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Mentor Resources: Public Benefits & Financial Literacy

  • Financial Assistance and Public Benefits 101 An overview of what financial assistance and public benefits refugees are eligible for upon arrival
  • eligibility.com A resource for understanding who is eligible for government benefits.
  • SNAP Understanding eligibility for food stamps.
  • Check LINK card balance (Emergency cash and SNAP) or call 1-800-678-LINK (5465).
  • Public Benefits Map A comprehensive list of public benefits available to immigrants and refugees created by the National Immigrant Women's Advocacy Project.
  • What is a Medical Card? And how to use it at medical appointments.
  • Health Insurance Enrolling in subsidized health insurance programs or Medicaid, if not provided by employer.
  • Health Insurance Navigators Make an appointment or drop in for assistance enrolling in health insurance coverage. 
  • MyMoney.gov U.S. government approved website with financial literacy information.
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