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services Our mission is to empower individuals by providing culturally competent services, facilitating access to essential information and resources across a variety of life domains, while promoting independence and self-sufficiency. ​ At Source Hub, we understand the importance of cultural competency in our services. We recognize that each individual we serve comes from a rich and diverse cultural heritage, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our interactions are respectful, welcoming and sensitive to these unique cultural experiences. Our commitment to cultural competency is embedded in everything we do, allowing us to provide truly meaningful and accessible services. Financial Stability Workshop and Others Connecting the Dots to Success Financial literacy and entrepreneurship, along with personal storytelling . T his program is a comprehensive and holistic initiative aimed at empowering women with limited English proficiency b y allowing them to not only have financial knowledge, but also explore entrepreneurial opportunities. Central to the program is the discovery of inner strength through the narrative of each participants' autobiography, promoting resilience and self-confidence. This approach with cultural inclusion ensures that participants can overcome personal, linguistic and cultural barriers, opening up the path to improving their quality of life and greater economic independence. Calendar 2024: February 5 to April 15. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9am-12pm. Most of the workshop op will be in person. To register, fill in this form. First Time Home Buyer In partnership with Thay Realty Group and Tower Home Loans, we teach you how you can buy or prepare to buy your home while taking into account the challenges our immigrant community faces. With financing agents available to do your pre-approval, you can leave the presentation with your pre-approval in hand. Calendar: 2023 November 16 at 6p m Location: 357 South Main Street Fall River MA 02721 To register, contact us at 508-558-10 44 Immigration In partnership with Catholic Charities Diocese of Fall river , we offer a presentation about removal, ICE check-in, work permit, change of address, common relief applications, and basic descriptions about SIJS, TPS, and U/T/VAWA. Calendar: 2023 November 15 at 5:30pm Location: 357 South Main Street Fall River MA 02721 To register, contact us at 508-558-10 44 Narcan Training and Education In partnership with the SSTAR clinic, we offer training on how to use Narcan to prevent overdose, and we offer resources and information about treatments available . This one-hour training provides you with a certificate of conclusion at the end. Calendar: 2023 November 27 at 6pm Location: 357 South Main Street Fall River MA 02721 To register, contact us at 508-558-10 44 For more information about our services contact us: 508-558-1044

services Our mission is to empower individuals by providing culturally competent services, facilitating access to essential information and resources across a variety of life domains, while promoting independence and self-sufficiency. ​ At Source Hub, we understand the importance of cultural competency in our services. We recognize that each individual we serve comes from a rich and diverse cultural heritage, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our interactions are respectful, welcoming and sensitive to these unique cultural experiences. Our commitment to cultural competency is embedded in everything we do, allowing us to provide truly meaningful and accessible services. ITIN Application (Individual Tax Identification Number) and Income Tax Filling Financial Stability Workshop and Others Case Management and Referral Services Application for Citizenship and DACA Renewal For more information about our services contact us: 508-558-1044

services Our mission is to empower individuals by providing culturally competent services, facilitating access to essential information and resources across a variety of life domains, while promoting independence and self-sufficiency. ​ At Source Hub, we understand the importance of cultural competency in our services. We recognize that each individual we serve comes from a rich and diverse cultural heritage, and we are dedicated to ensuring that our interactions are respectful, welcoming and sensitive to these unique cultural experiences. Our commitment to cultural competency is embedded in everything we do, allowing us to provide truly meaningful and accessible services. ITIN ITIN (Individual Tax Identification Number) and Income Tax Filling ITIN & Income Tax Due to restrictions on funding received from the United Way of Greater Fall River, we can only offer these services to residents of Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Assonet, Little Compton, Tiverton, and Westport. If you don't live in these cities, look for the VITA program that offers these services. (Explanatory video here ) ​ This funding allow us to pay the accounting company to come to our office to offer these services free of charge to people making up to $60,000 per year. To apply for the ITIN, the accountant must also issue your income tax return. You must have arrived in the country in the previous year or earlier. According to the IRS rule, you cannot apply for an ITIN in the same year you arrived in the country, as you will not have income from the previous year to declare. ​ To schedule your appointment c ontact us at 508-558-1044. ​ ​ Understanding the ITIN The ITIN is a tax processing number that has nine digits, formatted as follows: XXX-XX-XXXX. The ITIN is a document issued to those who need to receive a salary or other types of payment that require a tax return. It is only provided by the IRS and used by taxpayers who do not have a Social Security number. It is very similar to the Individual Taxpayer Registry (CPF) in Brazil. The main function of the ITIN is to allow a foreigner to file his or her personal income taxes in the United States. The identification number is provided the first time the interested party declares their tax to the IRS. However, this ITIN has other benefits. With it you can open a bank account, apply for a credit card, finance the purchase of a car or house, open a company and other things. ​ Other places that provide this service at no cost are the VITA program and also the Community Economic Development Center (CEDC) of New Bedford. ​ 1285 Acushnet Ave. New Bedford, MA 02746 ​ Website: http://www.cedcnewbedford.org Email: cedcfamilia@gmail.com Phone: (508) 979-4684 Fax: (508) 990-0199 ​ ​ For more information about our services contact us: 508-558-1044

ITIN Read More The Alternative Registry will be offering application for 10 ITIN along with income tax to anyone on the day of the event on a first come, first served basis. Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, Dartmouth, Little Compton and Tiverton residents will also be making appointments to get their ITIN free starting July 1 by partnering with us at Source Hub. This work is being funded by the generosity of the United Way of Fall River to help our immigrant community. ​ for you to make yours, It is it is important to take: -Valid passport -Full US address -Full address of BR -Date you arrived here in the country -List with your income from the previous year -List of work-related expenses from the previous year (e.g. uniform expense, work supplies, cell phone bill, mileage spent, etc.) ​ Your passport does not need to be sent to the IRS, on the day they will verify the authenticity of your document, take a copy, and return the original to you. remember that the service It is free, although you have to pay your income tax directly to the IRS. It doesn't have to be on the day, anymore It is important that you pay the most fast possible so that no interest is charged on top of the amount. ​ *To receive any free service offered on the day, you will need to visit the resource table to have your "passport" stamped. You will receive a " passport " at the door. This is a way for each participant to learn about the many resources available to the community. All the resources offered are not part of the public charge and do not hinder a possible legalization. ​ ​ CITIZENSHIP

NATIONAL GRID Read More National Grid will be there offering discounts, payment plans and other assistance on your electric and gas bill. ​ If you use any public benefit such as WIC, SNAP, MassHealth or others, you can be eligible for discounts of up to 32% on the National Grid electric bill, and 25% on the gas bill. You may also be eligible for a discounted payment plan, and if you pay on time for 12 months they can forgive the rest of your debt. ​ ​ Bring to the event: -Your bill -Identification -Card for any public benefit you receive ​ ​ ​ ​ CITIZENSHIP

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TENANT RIGHTS ​ All tenants have their rights regardless of immigration status. To be evicted from your home, the owner cannot just call the police or threaten you. He has to go through an eviction process in court. Understand your rights and protect yourself from landlords who charge illegal fees, who don't fix what's broken, and who threaten eviction. ​ common questions ​ before you change ​ Legal and illegal rental fees: What your landlord may charge ​ What kind of rent do you have ​ tenant selection ​ Protect your security deposit ​ Rent ​ Bug ​ Domestic violence Federal Public Housing Housing Titles Section 8 ​ Housing discrimination ​ How to get the landlord to make repairs ​ Lead laws protect tenants ​ Public services, rights and programs law on water ​ eviction protecting yourself Submit an Answer Exclusion of Default Law of Eviction and Custody of Assets Instruction If you receive an eviction order Use of the court system When to take the owner to court Tenants and Foreclosure ​ ​​ ​ Mass Legal Help page with all the resources available to help tenants understand their rights ​ ​ ​

Nantucket Resources ACCESS THE RESOURCE GUIDE HERE Who we are Source Hub is a non-profit agency with the aim of educating and connecting the public to information and resources from all areas of basic needs, empowering independence and self-sufficiency. Acknowledgment This Resource Guide was made possible by "A Safe Place". A Safe Place is an agency located in Nantucket whose mission is to eliminate domestic violence and sexual assault while empowering all women, men and children to live a life free of violence. By calling the 508- 228-0561, you will receive services that are FREE and CONFIDENTIAL and are available without regard to race, color, immigration status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. ​

VICTIM ASSISTANCE If you are experiencing any abuse, know that you are not alone. You are entitled to various assistance regardless of your immigration statues. There are several agencies throughout the state that offers full assistance to people affected by domestic or sexual violence. Simply contact the agency serving your area to receive free and confidential services. These agencies help with crisis intervention, restraining and harassment orders, court follow-up, individual or group counseling, therapy, shelter placement, emergency food (grocery gift cards), moving or relocation costs, lawyer referral, cell phones with 30-day plan, and other assistance you might need. . These agencies can also help you fill out victim's compensation application. For more information about this application, read our page "Compensation for Victims of Crime" To be able to find an agency in your area enter here or call Safelink which is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week: (877) 785-2020 and press number 3 for Portuguese. They provide information on agencies in your area and shelters available throughout the state. For information about protective order, click here. For anti-harassment order information, go here ​

Harassment Order- 258E You can apply for a Harassment order (Order 258E) if you are being harassed by any person, you need three incidents in order to apply. If the harassment is of sexual nature, one incident is enough to be able to apply. ​ Harassment must be: -Intentional and malicious. That means it was done on purpose and it was done out of cruelty, hostility or revenge. -They were directed at you. -Are intended to cause fear, intimidation, abuse or property damage. “Abuse” means causing or attempting to cause physical harm, or causing fear of imminent serious physical harm. -Indeed, caused fear, intimidation, abuse, or property damage. If you are of Sexual Origin, you need only one event: -Indecent assault and aggression -Rape - statutory rape -Attack with intent to rape - Seduction of a child -Criminal harassment Drugs for sexual intercourse To apply for an order you must have the first and last name, and full address of the person you are referring to. Harassment Order Form - 258E Step-by-step example of what happens when you arrive in court: -Go to the clerks office and say you need a harassment order. Right there, if you don't speak English, ask for a translator. Even if you speak some English, it is important that you ask for a translator now, so that you don't wait so long until one arrives to help you with your audience. -Clerk will give you the papers to fill out. You might be referred to a Safeplan advocate if they are available. Safeplan advocates assists victims fill out restraining orders and will help with harassment orders if they are available. -Inside the room you will fill out the papers, including a sworn statement. If you do not speak English, you will fill this out in Portuguese, and the translator will do the necessary translation. Then hand the forms back to the clerk so they can put them in the system. - Clerks will tell you which courtroom your case will be heard in. -You will enter this room and sit until your name is called. -When called, the judge will ask you some questions and at that moment it is very important that you explain why you need this order. -If the judge decides to approve your order, it will only be valid for 10 days. -You will go back to the clerk's office to get the copy of the approved order and there you will have the next date to appear in court, which will be 10 days. - Within these 10 days, the defendant will be served court papers where he/she learns that there is an order against him/her, and that he/she is entitled to appear on that date. -When you appear in court for your second hearing, the defendant may or may not appear, and it is up to the judge to extend the order up to 1 year. It is important to know that: -This order is Civil, and becomes criminal the moment the defendant violates the terms stipulated by it. -If you have any violation of this order, call the police immediately and explain what happened. In this case the defendant will be arrested, depending on the violation he pays a bail and is released until the date of the new hearing.

Early intervention The Early Intervention is a free Massachusetts program for infants and children from birth to 3 years of age who have developmental delays or are at risk of developmental delays. ​ These services are intended to help support families and caregivers and to enhance the development and learning of infants and young children through individualized, developmentally appropriate activities in the child's and family's everyday life. Usually the pediatrician will refer you to a place that offers this program if it is seen that your child is late. ​ Parents, physicians, childcare providers, and caregivers can contact the program to initiate a referral for; Assessment, Coordination of Services, Physiotherapy, Orthophony, Occupational Therapy, Aquatic Therapy, Equine Therapy, Maternal and Child Health Nursing Services, Vision Services, Deaf Education Services, Infant Massage Instruction, _cc781905-5cde-3194- bb3b-136bad5cf58d_Sensory Integration, Emotional Behavioral or Social Intervention and Education. ​ Early Intervention helps children to: Develop positive socio-emotional skills (building relationships) Acquire knowledge and skills (learning) Use appropriate behaviors to meet your needs (developing independence) And it helps families to: Know your rights Communicate your children's needs Help your children develop and learn Who is eligible? Any Massachusetts family with a child under age three may be eligible for services if the child: Not reaching age-appropriate milestones Is diagnosed with certain conditions Has a medical or social history that could put the child at risk for developmental delay How are the services? Babies and toddlers develop and learn through everyday experiences and interactions with familiar people. The Early Intervention process, from initial contact to transition out of the program, is collaborative, individualized, and reflects the child's and family's priorities, learning styles, culture, and community. You are an important part of this process. You play the most important role in bringing the results of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) to your family. ​​ What will my visit be like? During the home visit, you, your child, and your early intervention specialist will: Learning about things your family does every day, like eating, showering, or going to the grocery store. Are these things easy? Are they difficult? How does your child do these things to you? Develop strategies to support the results of the Individualized Family Service Plan. Help make sure you and your child are feeling confident learning new skills while enjoying family activities. Why are visits made this way? Massachusetts Early Intervention uses surveys to guide home visits. It focuses on three concepts in working with families: Babies and toddlers learn best through lots of practice during everyday activities. You have the biggest impact on your child's progress. You are with your child every day. Early intervention is only with your family for a short period of time. The specialist supports your relationship with your child. They use the Parents Who Interact with Babies (PIWI) principles to guide home visits. PIWI helps parents and guardians, as well as babies and toddlers, feel good about what they are doing together and individually. ​ For more information about these services contact here ​ ​ ​

How to use the drive-through Have you noticed that most banks have a queue where you can you go with your car?! One always gives you access to an ATM machine, and the other gives you access to a person. This track is called drive through/thru You can do it deposits, withdrawals, payments, cash advances and ordering checks. To save time, always have all your items handy! Let them know what kind of transaction you need to do and if you have difficulty filling out your transaction paper just ask for help. ​ Note that when you get in line, there will always be money deposit and withdrawal papers that you can pick up and fill out. Remember that each bank has its own deposit paper. If you joined the queue where you use the cylinder like this: ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ ​ And just remove it from the place, put your deposit inside, such as checks, money, the deposit paper, and if you don't remember your account number, just add your bank card and go back to the place where it was removed . You will have the Send Carrier button, you press it and it will be sent by air pressure to the person inside the bacus who will process your transaction. When completed, the cylinder will be returned to you. . ​ ​ ​ ​