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Resources for California Newcomers

There are numerous resources out there, but finding the ones you need, when you need them can be a daunting task. We've curated a list of the most helpful links and resources for California newcomers, and the caseworkers and community members who support them.

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Find a Local Foodbank

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Food banks work with their local communities to ensure that everyone has access to healthful foods. See a list of Food Banks throughout California, by county, who provide food assistance to eligible individuals and households.

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California Association of Food Banks

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Everyone

Find a Local Foodbank (CDSS)

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Food banks work with their local communities to ensure that everyone has access to healthful foods. See a list of Food Banks throughout California, by county, who provide food assistance to eligible individuals and households.

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California Department of Social Services

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Clients & Community

Free Tax Filiing in California with United Way

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If your 2023 household income was less than $66,000, United Way can help you maximize your refund and save you an average of $200 in tax preparation fees – all through a safe and secure process. Visit to find out if you quality and get started filing.

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United Way

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Find Free Tax Preparation

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The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free tax help for taxpayers who qualify. Visit to find a provider nearby who can help you file your taxes for free.

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Inland Revenue Service

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Google Translate

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Visit Google Translate to easily translate text from one language to another.

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Google

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Russian-speaking Therapists

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A list of Russian-speaking therapists offering services throughout California. Visit for contact details to request services.

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Psychology Today

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Everyone

Translation and Interpretation Services

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Tajimly offers free and affordable remote interpretation and translation services to non-profit organisations, humanitarian volunteers, social workers, and direct to refugees and immigrants. Tarjimly's free mobile app connects multi-lingual volunteers direct to those in need of language assistance.

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Tajimly

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Ukrainian-speaking Therapists

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A list of Ukrainian-speaking therapists offering services throughout California. Visit for contact details to request services.

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Psychology Today

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Everyone

Refugee Resettlement Agencies (RAs) assisting Uniting for Ukraine Arrivals in California

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Visit for a complete list of Resettlement Agencies (RAs) assisting Uniting for Ukraine Arrivals in California. Agencies are listed by county and provide contact details.

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California Department of Public Health

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Everyone

How to Change your Address - AR11

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USCIS Guidance on how to complete a change of address

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Everyone

Commonly Used Immigration Documents

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Examples of commonly used immigration documents, including Certificate of Naturalization, Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), Refugee Travel Document, Employment Authorization Document (EAD) Card, I-94 Arrival/Departure Record, and others.

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Everyone

Correcting Info on I-94, CBP Deferred Inspection Sites

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Find your nearest Deferred Inspection Site. There are over 70 Deferred Inspections Sites throughout the United States and the outlying territories. These sites provide assistance to those individuals who at the time of entry into the United States were scheduled for a deferred inspection or believe that the documentation and corresponding endorsements issued at the port of entry require review and possible correction. The Deferred Inspection Site staff is also available to review and issue the necessary documents to remedy errors recorded on arrival documents issued at the time of entry to the United States.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection

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Everyone

Drivers Education Materials

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Access resources from the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), including the California Driver's Handbook, sample driver's license tests, and other helpful how-tos.

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California Department of Motor Vehicles

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Clients & Community

Requirements for a California Driver's License

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A California driver’s license (DL) is a card which grants permission to an individual to operate a motor vehicle. The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) provides guidance on how to apply for, renew, or replace a driver's license.

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California Department of Motor Vehicles

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Clients & Community

Employment Authorized Document (EAD) for Afghan and Ukrainian Parolees

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Nov. 21, 2022, USCIS announced that Ukrainian and Afghan parolees with certain classes of admission are employment authorized incident to their parole. Visit for more information and related forms.

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Everyone

Troubleshooting: Extension Not yet received for Ukrainians Paroled into the US

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For Ukrainians Paroled into the US who have not yet received their extention, complete this USCIS Form. Select Topic: “I-94/ Traveler Compliance” and Applicable Issue: “Ukrainians Paroled into US - Russia Invasion”.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection

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Clients & Community

Request a Fee Waiver for Immigration Forms (I-912)

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Use this form to request a fee waiver for certain immigration forms and services, based on a demonstrated inability to pay.

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Everyone

Apply for I-94, View Travel History, and Check Compliance

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International travelers visiting the United States can apply for or retrieve their I-94 admission number/record (which is proof of legal visitor status), request travel history of their U.S. arrivals and departures, and check travel compliance.

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U.S. Customs and Border Protection

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Everyone

Introduction to Transportation in the United States

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Public transportation in the USA can be a challenge to navigate. Nova Ukraine provides an overview of transportation options and answers frequently asked questions.

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Nova Ukraine

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Clients & Community

Uniting for Ukraine

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Uniting for Ukraine provides a pathway for displaced Ukrainian citizens and their immediate family members who are outside the United States to come to the United States and stay temporarily for up to two years. Visit this page for more information on how to apply, eligibility requirements, and what to expect.

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Everyone

Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukrainians

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USCIS provides guidance on Temporary Protected Status for Ukrainians, important dates, and details on how to apply.

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

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Clients & Community

211: Find Services in your Zip Code

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2-1-1 is a free and confidential service that helps people across North America find the local resources they need. 2-1-1 makes it easy to find food, housing, job training, after-school programs and much more.

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2-1-1 and United Way

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Clients & Community

California Tenants Rights & Responsibilities Guide

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What should a tenant do if his or her apartment needs repairs? Can a landlord force a tenant to move? How many days' notice does a tenant have to give a landlord before moving out? Can a landlord raise a tenant’s rent? This guidebook answers these questions and many others and provides an overview of the California laws that govern the landlord-tenant relationship.

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California Department of Real Estate

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Everyone

What to do about Housing Discrimination

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The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) is responsible for enforcing state fair housing laws that make it illegal to discriminate against or harass someone because of a protected characteristic, such as their gender, race, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. The law also requires reasonable accommodations for disabilities and prohibits retaliation against someone for exercising their rights. Visit to learn more about what discrimination looks like, available remedies, and the complaints process.

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CA Civil Rights Department

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Frequently Asked Questions on Housing Rights

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Central California Legal Services provides answers to commonly asked housing questions, including dealing with evictions, security deposits, and repairs.

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Central California Legal Services

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