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Ascentria Care Alliance Services for New Americans is a local affiliate of Episcopal Migration Ministries, the refugee resettlement service of the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society of The Episcopal Church. Located in Concord, in the Episcopal Church of New Hampshire, Ascentria provides a safe haven for refugees resettled to Concord and Nashua, caring for their most vital needs and providing the training and skills they require to thrive in years to come. Through partnerships and collaboration with the community, including Episcopal churches, Ascentria has served as a model of successful resettlement and integration.
Refugees and immigrants have always been the building blocks of American society and culture. They -- we -- have richly contributed to the character and strength of the American way of life for generations. At Ascentria Care Alliance, we believe the warm and generous welcome Americans have traditionally given refugees and immigrants reaffirms the roots and ideals of our American society.
For many years, the US government has demonstrated international leadership by responding to refugee emergencies promptly and generously. America continues to affirm its capacity to welcome and integrate newcomers fleeing terror, oppression or looking for a new start. It is what makes this country great.
To effectively facilitate the economic and social integration of refugees and immigrants into American society, Ascentria Care Alliance is committed to providing the highest quality services throughout the resettlement period, fostering the self-sufficiency of refugee and immigrant families, informing and educating the community about the refugee and immigrant experience, and partnering with volunteers and the community to support our new neighbors.
In addition to basic resettlement services, we provide a variety of services to assist refugees with their transition to their new homeland and culture.
In New Hampshire, Ascentria also provides statewide interpretation services for both refugees and immigrants through the Language Bank.
Volunteer opportunities
Ascentria Care Alliance Services for New Americans works in partnership with the community, congregations, and volunteers to carry out its work welcoming refugees to Concord and Nashua. From providing space for English or job skills classes, to mentoring refugee children, practicing English skills with parents, assisting single mothers with childcare, or accompanying a family on their first trip to an American grocery store, opportunities abound for you and your congregation to make a positive impact on the life of a family and on your wider community. Contact Courtney Perron, Community Outreach Coordinator for Ascentria Services for New Americans, at cperron@ascentria.org for more information.
Ministries
RESETT
With support from Episcopal Migration Ministries, Ascentria provides services for newly arriving refugees to help them put down roots in their first months in the United States. This includes securing and fully furnishing an apartment for an arriving family; picking up a families at the airport; and ensuring a culturally appropriate meal awaits the family at their new home.. Food is provided for the family until they can provide their own food; seasonal clothing and footwear is provided for each member of the family (including diapers for infants & toddlers) upon arrival. The family is assisted in applying for services and resources for which they are eligible; each member of the family receives a health assessment. Children are enrolled in school and adults are enrolled in English and cultural orientation classes. Work-ready adults receive employment services and assistance in applying for and securing a job.
Employment Services
With support from Episcopal Migration Ministries and a variety of federal and private funds, Ascentria offers extended employment services to clients; ensuring they will successfully secure employment to support their families and become financially self-sufficient.
PREFERRED COMMUNITIES
Ascentria provides mental health supports to refugees, including intensive case management and educational wellness sessions and conducts outreach to other social service providers to raise awareness of the unique mental health needs of refugee populations
SCHOOL IMPACT
Ascentria supports Educational Liaisons who serve as a link between refugee families and their children’s schools, and support children’s adjustment in those schools.
SERVICES FOR OLDER AMERICANS
Ascentria provides specialized support for senior refugees, including case management and transportation to appointments, social activities, citizenship education and volunteer opportunities.
ENGLISH AND CULTURAL ORIENTATION CLASSES
Ascentria provides daily English classes in Concord and also offers a cultural orientation course, covering topics such as employment, financial literacy, health, education, housing, safety, parenting and wellness.
261 Sheep Davis Road
Suite A1
Concord, NH 03301
United States
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