Rainbow Refugee – Resources and Support during COVID-19
AMSSA Webinar: Medical Services Program (MSP) Coverage During COVID-19 for BC’s Temporary Residents
April 30, 2020
Burnaby Neighbourhood House – Service Update
May 12, 2020
Group Support
Virtual Drop ins –Information and support for LGBTQI refugee claimants & newcomers in BC. Stand-by interpretation in Farsi, Arabic, Spanish & Bahasa Indonesian is usually available.
- New members welcome!
- Wednesdays 7-8:30 | Sundays 2-3:30
- Email [email protected] to ask for an invitation and interpretation if you need.
- Invitations are sent in English, Arabic, Spanish, Farsi by email or text.
Social Events Online
Rainbow Refugee’s Community Outreach team plans online social time—karaoke, meditation and conversation.
- Have an idea for a social event?
- Want to join? Email [email protected] for updates Referrals
Referrals
Email [email protected] A volunteer will respond by email or phone to assist.
- Volunteers speak Arabic, Bahasa Indonesian, English, Farsi, French, Spanish.
- Volunteers can connect you with food or meal supports, legal information or referrals, and ways to access COVID-19 relief.
1:1 Support and Consultation
Nazanin Moghadami has joined Rainbow Refugee in her new role as case manager. Nazanin has many years experience supporting newcomers and refugees. Originally from Iran, she is fluent in Farsi and English. She can help members get connected with resources and services, including legal, financial, health, food and COVID-19 relief services.
- Email [email protected] or text her at 613.604.5024
