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The following are free online services and a few of the community resources available in San Luis Obispo County.

UFW Foundation offers FREE immigration legal services to ALL students, staff and faculty. All consultations are completely confidential.

   Make an Appointment Here! 

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Virtual and In-person Appointments are Available:

Every 1st Wednesday of the month- Virtual
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month- In-person
Availability is 9:00am - 5:00pm

Services Include:

DACA Renewals
Naturalization Process
Family Petitions
Adjustment Status
Visas (U, T, Special Immigrant Juvenile)
Immigration Consultations and more!

Note:
If you are having issues making an appointment, call UFW at (805) 246-3867 or call the Monarch Dream Program (805)546-3109, we are happy to help you.

Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights' mission is to achieve a just society fully inclusive of immigrants. They offer a toll-free Immigrant Assistant Line available Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call 888-624-4752.

They can answer your questions about:

Know-your-rights issues
Health care for all
DACA
AB60 drivers’ licenses
Citizenship process
Financial literacy
Rent relief
Prop 47 (reduced penalties for some crimes)
Immigration fraud
Disaster Relief Assistance for Immigrants

CARECEN-LA offers high quality immigration legal services at low cost and advocates for policies that reflect the great contributions of our immigrant communities.  

If you would like to learn more about CARECEN's Advocay, Legal Services and Day Labor Center. 

National Immigration Legal Services Directory helps individuals locate immigration legal service providers by state, county, or detention facility. Only nonprofit organizations that provide free or low-cost immigration legal services are included in this directory. 

Know Your Rights an ilrc page that helps community members and advocates stay informed abour exercising vital constitutional rights and protections if ever encounter with immigration enforcement officers

 

CAUSE Now- It is the Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy that highlights Labor and Renter Rights Resources  as well as enviromental advocacy.

 

 

211 San Luis Obispo County provides trained specialists who help find resources in the community that can support the needs of each individual. Support is available 24/7! Dial 211, Text 211-211, or visit 211 Online

Undocuhealth via UnitedWeDream, this resource offers a toolkit, mental health directory, informatative sessions and current updates in legislation that impacts our undocumented community accessing health services in the nation. 

Community Counseling Center provides short-term, low-cost, professional counseling for individuals, couples and families who would not otherwise be able to afford it. Most clients have no insurance and a low to moderate income.

Immigrants Rising offers Virtual Wellness Gatherings for Undocumented young people to help them stay grounded and connected to one another during these challenging times. For times and days, visit Immigrant's Rising Wellness Gatherings.

Lumina Alliance is a non-profit organization that provides services for survivors of sexual and domestic violence in San Luis Obispo County.

Transitions Mental Health has numerous services for community members. Check out their monthly calendars to see what is happening at their wellness centers: Wellness Calendars

 

California Food Assistance Program for noncitizens who are ineligible for Calfresh due to their immigration status and are 55 years or older. If you would like to learn more about eligibility please visit Who is Eligible? and if you would like to submit an application please visit How to Apply ? or visit SLO County Social Services.

 
CalFresh for Mix-status families is a free nutrition assistance program that gives an average of $204 per month to eligible students to help buy groceries! CalFresh dollars come to you in the form of an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card which looks similar to a debit card and can be used at many grocery stores and farmers’ markets. Find out your eligibility and apply for CalFresh today by visiting www.calfreshcalpoly.org  to schedule an appointment at a time that works for you! 

 
SLO Food Bank and its community partners offer free and nutritious food across SLO county. For information on food distributions, meals, pantry sites, and more visit SLO Food Bank. 

Employment and Skill Building Opportunities

A dedicated space to guide and support our immigrant enterprenurs built their own businesses.  

To learned more and start your enterprenuer journey visit IMMIGRANT BIZHUB 

This space provides tools to navegate every step in your enterpreneurial Dreams.