Information Sessions

During 2015/16, ARISE conducted a health insurance literacy information workshop on understanding the essentials of health insurance benefits. Other workshops were also conducted, including the emotional impact of resettling in the USA and obtaining work authorization and preparation for citizenship applications.

May 30, 2015
Understanding the Essential of Health Insurance Terms and Benefits

Venue: Sustainability Hub, 912 Main Street, Worcester MA

Organizer: Advocacy for Refugees and Immigrants Services for Empowerment (ARISE)

Presenter: Alvaro and Julia – Edward M. Kennedy Health Center

Participants: Male – 8; Female – 4

Age Group: Participants’ ages ranged from 28 to 65′Age Group: Participants age ranged from 28 to 65.


June 27, 2015
Emotional Health Impact of Resettling in the USA

Venue: Sustainability Hub, 912 Main Street, Worcester MA

Organizer: Advocacy for Refugees and Immigrants Services for Empowerment (ARISE)

Presenter: Dr. Mary Fierro, VP of Behavioral Health – Edward M. Kennedy Health Center

Participants: Male – 11; Female – 7

Age Group: Participants’ ages ranged from 22-65 years


August 1, 2015
Health Insurance Literacy Information Session and Legal document’s application and importance.

Presenter: Alvaro Marques and Julia – Edward M. Kennedy Health Center

Interpreter: Mohan Sunuwar/Bernard (for Swahili)

Place: Sustainability Hub, 912 Main Street, Worcester MA

Participants: Male – 20; Female – 5

Age Group: Participants’ ages ranged from 16 to 75.


February 27, 2016
Parenting in New Culture (Swahili Speaking African Group)

Presenter: Elaine – Edward M. Kennedy Health Center

Interpreter: Bernard

Place: Sustainability Hub, 912 Main Street, Worcester MA

Participants: Male – 7; Female – 6

Group: Swahili Speaking African Group

Age Group: Participants’ ages ranged from 25 to 55.


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