No workshops are scheduled at this time.
No workshops are scheduled at this time.
Here are some general “frequently asked questions” about LUM immigration services — and the answers.
Q: Need to find the contact information for a specific government agency?
A: In the first pages of the USCIS new citizen guide you’ll find contact information for all the federal departments and agencies, a list of the federal holidays observed, and specific information to contact USCIS.
Q: Want to know what research resources are available?
A: This section of the USCIS guide orients you to the purpose of the Guide for New Immigrants and includes free resources to answer further questions you may have on life in America.
Q: Have questions about maintaining your permanent resident status? Want to know your rights?
A: Becoming a US Citizen comes with a lot of perks, but also a few responsibilities. Both are outlined in this chapter with explanations on how to renew your permanent resident card, how to remove the conditions on your permanent resident status, if you have them, how to find legal assistance, and the consequences you may face if charged with a crime as a permanent resident.
Q: Have social security questions? Want to know what to do if you’re a victim of housing discrimination?
A: This section deals with the fundamental checklist of things you’ll need to do as a permanent resident. This starts with getting a social security number, which is often needed by financial institutions to set up bank accounts or receive aid, schools, and to get a driver’s license. This section also gives options on how to find housing and where to go if you feel you have been a victim of housing discrimination, the best way to look for a job and how to determine if you’re eligible for employment, childcare, and transportation options.
Q: Need help filling out tax forms or with personal finance?
A: The “taking care of your money” section discusses how to keep you personal finances in order, what the different types of tax are in the U.S. and how to pay them, and how to protect yourself from scams, identity theft, and other fraud.
Q: Have questions about health care, education, or federal benefits programs?
A: This section provides information on the different forms of education in the U.S., health care, and other federal benefits programs. It includes information on how to enroll your child in school and common questions about transportation to and from school, activities, and school lunch. It also runs through the type of higher education degrees anyone can pursue, regardless of age, and how to apply for federal financial aid. It also talks about federal and state healthcare and federal benefits programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Q: Want to know how to protect yourself and your family in an emergency?
A: This section has information on how to prepare for an emergency, like making sure you have working smoke alarms in your home and what to put in a disaster kit. It also includes under what general situation you should call 911 for and what happens when you do and the important government agencies that will issue alerts in the case of a natural disaster.
Q: Have questions about American history or the function of the government?
A: This chapter includes a brief history of how the United States came to be and an outline on the three branches of the federal government. It also includes an outline of the fundamental rights of every citizen and the functions of state and local governments.
Q: Do you want to take your permanent resident status a step further and become a United States citizen?
A: The last chapter describes the process of naturalization, or how to turn your permanent residence status to a citizenship. It includes the benefits of becoming a U.S. citizen and the requirements for naturalization.
Find the guide in other languages!
FAQs for NATURALIZATION, click HERE.
Go back to main LUM Immigration Clinic page, click HERE.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN — Please review the application first and be sure that you have all of the information you need before filling out the form. You will NOT be able to save your work and return to this form at a later time.
When you have the information you need — fill out the form below.
When the form is completed and you’re ready — click SUBMIT.
IMPORTANT — Stay on this page until the form is done processing — otherwise, it may not go through. You will receive an email confirming that LUM has received your form when it is submitted properly. When typing information into this form, please do NOT use only lower case or upper case letter.
Immigration Clinic – main page, click HERE
Date/times:
Monday-Friday, School-dismissal-time through 6 p.m.; August 10, 2023 – May 22, 2024 (dates may change due to changes in LSC calendar)
Location: LUM Ray Ewry Center, 525 N 4th St., Lafayette, IN 47901
Sign Up Your Children TODAY — Click HERE
Sliding Fee Scale – Per Child | ||
Poverty Level | Weekly | Monthly |
<127% | Your family may qualify for CCDF vouchers | |
128 – 175% | $40.00 | $128.00 |
176 – 400% | $50.00 | $160.00 |
400%+ | $60.00 | $192.00 |
Medical Information:
Attendance, Absence & Pick-Up Information
Other Information:
Forms & Information:
Contact information:
Kristi Hogue, LUM Youth Programs director
Email: khogue@lumserve.org
Phone: 765-423-2691
After School Program Application — Click HERE
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No LUM Program applicant shall suffer discrimination due to his/her race, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, physical handicap, sexual orientation, political association or belief, or union affiliation or activity.
After School Program – APPLICATION PROCESS
After School Program application will NOT be accepted until ALL of the below items are submitted.
If you have additional questions, please email or call Kristi Hogue (khogue@lumserve.org | 765-423-2691).
Important After School Program Information may be found HERE
Who’s eligible for the After School Program:
Contact information:
Kristi Hogue
Email: khogue@lumserve.org
Phone: 765-423-2691
BEFORE YOU BEGIN — Please review the application first and be sure that you have all of the information you need before filling out the form. You will NOT be able to save your work and return to this form at a later time.
When you have the information you need — fill out the registration form below.
When the registration form is completed and you’re ready — click SUBMIT.
IMPORTANT — Stay on this page until the form is done processing — otherwise, it may not go through. You will receive an email confirming that LUM has received your registration when it is submitted properly. When typing information into this form, please do NOT use only lower case or upper case letter.
After School Program – Important Information, click HERE
After School Program – main page, click HERE
No LUM Program applicant shall suffer discrimination due to his/her race, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, physical handicap, sexual orientation, political association or belief, or union affiliation or activity.
Here are some “frequently asked questions” about LUM financial assistance — and the answers.
Q: What do I need to bring with me for rent, utility, or prescription assistance?
A: Depends on what you need help with, but generally a photo ID, a copy of your current lease (or mortgage payment book), the most recent utility bill that shows “disconnect notice,” your HIP/MDWise statement, the information of which pharmacy your medications are ready for pick-up.
Q: Does my utility bill need to be a disconnect notice?
A: Yes. Exceptions to this are if you have a deposit, payment agreement, or budget billing showing on your current bill.
Q: Will you help with an eviction?
A: Many times real eviction court dates come with a hefty amount owed. We may or may not be able to help you because our funding is so small or we’ll require you to already have paid a significant portion of the amount owed.
Q: Do you help with phone cards?
A: No. We do not help with phone cards. If you are receiving TANF/SNAP, you should qualify for a government phone and that is what we recommend you seek since it’s free of charge to you.
Q: Do you help with cable TV/internet bills?
A: No. This is not something we are able to assist with.
Q: Will you help with CityBus tokens or Greyhound trips?
A: No. This is not something we can generally assist with. In extremely rare and unique situations, it may be possible.
Q: What do you help with?
A: We help with utilities after you receive a disconnect notification (but please come see us before you are actually disconnected!) or in other situations like payment agreements, deposits, or budget billing. We offer small amounts for rent/mortgage. We’ll help with most prescription drugs, including prescription glasses. We’ll help pay your annual HIP premium.
Q: Besides financial assistance, is there anything else you do?
A: Yes! Our program also helps to resource you with other avenues for assistance and by guiding you to other areas where you may qualify for varying types of help to improve your situation. This includes things like: referrals, a current “Now Hiring List” for area employers, information about government programs, etc.
Go back to main LUM Financial Assistance Program page, click HERE.
In addition to the services & programs offered by LUM — here is a list of resources you may also find helpful:
You may also check the Bauer Family Resources’ Community Resource Guide:
DISCLAIMER – Lafayette Urban Ministry does not examine, determine, warrant or endorse the information listed above. Use of this list is voluntary and will not result in any liability against LUM. In no event shall LUM be liable for damages to any user of this list for the voluntary selection of any professional, for the services provided by any agencies, companies and individuals listed above, or for any other damages which may occur. Furthermore, it is important to understand that this directory is simply a list of agencies, professionals or businesses, and no recommendations, guarantees or endorsements are made regarding the quality of service you might expect from any of the professionals or businesses listed. Understand also that inclusion or omission of particular professionals, businesses, organizations, or services does not imply a recommendation, or lack of, by LUM.