EIIC Services, Office Times
EIIC Immigration Services
Not quite the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) but many of our callers are glad that EIIC is there when they can't get anyone in the real INS to answer simple questions. EIIC immigration services will provide you with information on the procedures for most immigration matters; re-entry permits, lost or replacement green cards, all visa types etc. EIIC does now have a lawyer on staff who can deal with all kinds of Immigration questions and cases.
EIIC Citizenship Services
EIIC operates a Citizenship Program, by appointment, where you can be photographed and assisted with forms. Until recently EIIC provided fingerprinting services but these will now be taken only by the INS or the police. These are two of the three ingredients necessary for a complete citizenship application and are provided in one stop at the Center. The service is given at times which suit the working adult. In the last two years EIIC has helped over a thousand immigrants become U.S. citizens. EIIC strongly urges those eligible to pursue citizenship and play an active role in American life.
EIIC Employment Services
If you are looking for work or you are an employer looking for quality employees, why not avail of EIIC's employment service? This free service is available to everyone and we has referred hundreds of job-seekers over the last five years. The Center also advises on how to conduct a successful job-search in the United States, a daunting procedure for many newcomers.
If you are an employer with an available position in the New York City area please contact us. top
EIIC College Information Services
EIIC has long encouraged immigrants to avail of college opportunities in the United States and has been very instrumental in creating a culture of further studies among recent immigrants. In 1993, EIIC produced "Education: In Pursuit of the American Dream," a complete guide to the system from the perspective of an Irish immigrant. The guide was co-authored by Paul Finnegan and Tom Kirwan.
With the assistance of the American Irish Teachers' Association mentoring team, EIIC has hosted numerous successful education seminars over the years, thereby bringing many prospective immigrant students into contact with committed community volunteer mentors.
Health Awareness Counseling
We have also expanded our helping role in the community in response to the great need for people to have a trained and sympathetic ear to listen to their stories in a confidential and safe setting. Our trained listener can be the 1st step in taking care of your emotional health needs. Experienced listeners can often direct people to the help they need and be a source of new information about a problem you may be burdened by. top
EIIC Seniors Services
The EIIC has a dedicated Seniors Counselor Maire Kerins who works from both EIIC offices. She works from Queens Mondays, & Wednesdays through Friday. She can assist you on Tuesdays in Woodlawn by appointment with any inquiry you may have about benefits, the new medicare system, social security or returning home to Ireland enquiries.
Specialized Seniors information
* Safe Home Program
* Assistance with Irish passport applications (free to Seniors)
* Get information about an Irish Pension/Benefits under the Bi-lateral Social Security agreement (see below)
* Medicare Insurance Concerns
* Special Seniors Computer Classes >>More Info
Bilateral Social Security agreement between US & Ireland
Please ask us to help you get your pension and benefits from Ireland. We have been able to help many Seniors to secure their entitlements from the Irish Government under the Bilateral Social Security Agreement. Don't miss out on anything you may be entitled to either from the US or Irish Government- ring us up, call in and visit - we will be glad to help and fill in all the paperwork with you. For instance if you worked in Ireland prior to 1955 you may be entitled to claim a pension or other benefits.top
The Safe Home Program: Are you a Senior thinking of returning to Ireland?
The Safe Home Program is a repatriation program for Irish Emigrants and has been designated by the Irish Government as the National repatriation Program. By lobbying local Authorities a small percentage of housing is available to Irish Seniors looking to move back to Ireland and who may lack the economic resources to do so. Most of the seniors who have participated in the program have relocated from the UK, but there has been some participation from the US. The St. Brendan's Village project in Mulranny, Co. Mayo is one of the more well known examples of the program. Please contact us here in the center for more information.
Medicare Questions
Our Seniors counselor is more than happy to explain the medicare bill and its effects for Seniors to you. We can also arrange group seminars and Question & Answer sessions about topics affecting the seniors population.
Computer Open-House /Education
We have just refurbished our computer room with nine new Dell Desktop computers equipped to the highest standard of hardware and software requirements. The computer room is available during our regular office hours for public use. Come and look around or sit in on a class to see if you would like to learn more - you will be very welcome.
We have offered a full range of computer courses suitable for beginners, seniors adults and specialized courses for job seekers including QuickBooks, Excel, Word and Internet skills. We run special classes paced especially for Senior's.
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Drop-In Therapy
Social Services Brochure - Laura O'Brien should be contacted with any questions at 718-478-5502 Ext. 104
The Emerald Isle Immigration Center in Woodlawn is now offering:
DROP IN THERAPY HOURS
EVERY THURSDAY FROM 4-8pm
WITH A LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER
FREE CONSULATION
Ask yourself, do you or anyone you know:
- Feel down, anxious or overwhelmed?
- Are confused about where to call "home"?
- Sometimes feel like you need to cut down on your drinking or drug use?
- Feel the need to lie to cover up a problem at home?
- Are dealing with a DWI or other legal issue?
If you have responded yes to one or more of the above questions contact or come to the EIIC during our drop in hours to see how we can help.
Siobhan Dennehy - Executive Director
Emerald Isle Immigration Center
59-26 Woodside Ave Woodside, NY 11377
Phone: 718/478-5502 Ext 206 top |
Bronx Office Hours & Address
EIIC Services Schedule BRONX OFFICE
Immigration Counseling and General Queries
(by appointment only)
Monday 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.
Tuesday 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.
Wednesday 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.
Thursday 9.30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
2nd & 4th Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Queens Office Hours (June 2007)
EIIC Services Schedule QUEENS OFFICE
Immigration Counseling and General Queries (by appointment only)
Monday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
1st & 3rd Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bilingual Services
(by appointment only)
Monday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
1st & 3rd Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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