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Alternate Name
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Spanish Catholic Center of Catholic Charities Gaithersburg
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Description
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Offices are currently closed to the pubic. Must call
OVERVIEW: Provides support services for Montgomery County, Virginia, and DC residents, focusing on Spanish-speaking individuals and families.
SERVICES:
1) IMMIGRATION AND NATURALIZATION SERVICE: Focuses on the provision of direct legal immigration services to foreign-born individuals and their families. General information sessions are held on Wednesdays at 12PM and cost $40 to attend. Consultations also available, walk-in clients are seen on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited.
2) EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM: Matches employers with potential employees. Job opportunities are compiled and distributed each week. Also offers regular workshops on Job Readiness and Life Skills to help job seekers improve their employment potential. Additional workshops and assistance is available on topics including financial literacy, entrepreneurship, resume writing, local job market research, career counseling, job complaints, and internet applications. New Clients Orientation: Tuesday, 9:30AM-10:30AM and Thursday, 1PM-2PM (Spanish); Friday 9:30AM-10:30AM (English).
3) ESOL PROGRAMS: Focuses on assisting non-native English speakers master English as an educational and vocational tool. These courses are offered during 11-week sessions in the Spring, Summer and Fall. Pre-registration is required. Also provides a Family & Children Literacy Program that allows parents to study English while children receive academic support and a Spanish Literacy Program designed for native Spanish-speakers.
4) ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Provides emergency food and clothing referrals to individuals and families in need. Also assists in obtaining a photo ID card for a $20 fee.
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Defined coverage areas:
District Of Columbia - Washington
Maryland - Montgomery County
Virginia
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Hours of operation:
Mon: 8:30AM 5PM
Tue: 8:30AM 5PM
Wed: 8:30AM 5PM
Thu: 8:30AM 5PM
Fri: 8:30AM 5PM
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Eligibility
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Washington D.C., Virginia and Montgomery County, MD residents.
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Languages Offered
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Spanish, English
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Program Fees
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Varies.
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Application Process
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Call and make appointment.
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Documents Required
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Call for information.
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Volunteer Requirements
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2 volunteers
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Volunteer Duties
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Administration duties.
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Programs at this agency
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Catholic Charities, Montgomery County Family Center
Southern Maryland Food Bank
Angels' Watch Regional Shelter
Spanish Catholic Center Of Catholic Charities DC, Montgomery County Medical Clinic
Spanish Catholic Center, DC
Catholic Charities of Washington DC, Immigration Legal Services
Catholic Charities Legal Network
Community Companions
Employment Programs for Adults with Disabilities
Catholic Charities, SHARE Food Network
Job Training and Employment Services, Montgomery County
Catholic Charities Archdiocese of DC, Susan Denison Mona Center
Catholic Charities, SHARE Food Network in Downtown Frederick
Catholic Charities, SHARE Food Network at Frederick Health
Catholic Charities, SHARE Food Network in Washington County
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Fax Number
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301-740-2904
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Main
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301-740-2523
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ESOL Program
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301-740-2523 EX 972
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Employment Program
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301-740-2523 EX 973
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Family Support Program
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301-740-2523 EX 977
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Main Email Address
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[email protected]
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Sites offering this Program
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201 E. Diamond Avenue, 3rd Floor
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