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Refugee Services | Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

121 6th Avenue South, Suite 200, Clinton, IA 52732

Eligibility

Currently serves all legally admitted refugee or asylees who have been in the U.S. for less than 5 years and those granted asylum

Required documents

Social Security Card, Photo ID, proof of income (others might be requested)
(800) 362-2780

Voice - Toll-Free

(515) 344-3675

Voice - Main Phone

https://hhs.iowa.gov/programs/programs-and-services/refugee-services
[email protected]

Application process

Call or visit website for more information

Fees

None for most services, Court interpretation/translation $25.00/hr

Service area

IA

Description

Seeks, as resources allow, to help refugees and asylees reach economic self-sufficiency and to them with any problems, interests and concerns they may have. The Bureau of Refugee Services works to serve as a central clearinghouse in order to refer refugees and asylees to any resource necessary and available to them. The Bureau is the service agency for all refugees enrolled in FIP, the state welfare reform program.

Now offering a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) program.  This program will help participants prepare for the class, enroll into the DMACC CDL program at no cost, and obtain a job after completion. Participants will also qualify for “Jump Start” training specially designed to help English Language Learners.

Providing organization

Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

Provides Public Health and Human services to the community.