REFUGEE & IMMIGRANT SERVICES PROGRAM
Our Refugee & Immigrant Services Program (RISP) collaborates closely with local, volunteer-based Refugee Resettlement Coalition of Lane County (RRCLC) to provide a comprehensive hub of social services, connections, and immigration legal services with the mission to help refugees, asylum seekers and other immigrants navigate and integrate into life in their new country.
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As the only refugee resettlement affiliate office in Lane County, it is our privilege to welcome recent arrivals, creating a more diverse, stronger, and just community for all to live.
WELCOMING OUR NEW NEIGHBORS
CONTACT INFORMATION
RISP 541-345-3628 ext. 1326​
Fax 541-744-2272​
Social Services 541-345-3628 ext.1339​
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Legal Services 541-543-3254​
Employment Services 541-543-5082​
Refugee & Immigrant Services Program
1055 Charnelton Street
Eugene, OR 97401
Services provided based on eligibility
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Immigration and Refugee Services Update - Lane County
Current Federal Situation:
The Trump administration's new immigration policies have created uncertainty in refugee and immigrant services. We are consulting with the U.S. Council of Catholic Bishops (our national resettlement agency) for guidance as they seek clarity from the administration.
Local Impact:
The suspension of the Refugee Admissions Program has directly affected our Refugee & Immigrant Services Program (RISP) and our community, with two refugee families' planned arrivals to Eugene being canceled and other anticipated arrivals on hold. This reflects a broader nationwide impact, with hundreds of refugee arrivals being halted across the country. Our local immigrant communities are experiencing increased stress and fear during this uncertain time, needing the support and services of RISP more than ever.
RISP Services Status:
Despite changes in federal funding with the pause of refugee admissions, RISP services remain fully operational for now because of diverse funding sources including state funding, grants, and community donations. We continue to provide case management, employment services, immigration legal services, and our Asylum Seekers Pilot Project. To support these efforts please consider donating through the form below.
Community Support:
The strength of our refugee and immigrant program lies in our community's support and fierce commitment to our immigrant neighbors. Local landlords have provided safe, affordable housing, volunteers assist with advocacy, transportation and daily needs, community groups assemble Welcome Kits, and medical professionals accompany immigrants to appointments. This collaborative effort has created a positive and successful environment for newcomers seeking home and safety in Lane County.
For additional ways to help and information about client resources,
Catholic Community Services' Refugee & Immigrant Services Program (RISP) provides essential support to refugees and immigrants building new lives in Lane County.
From their first days in Lane County, we provide intensive case management, helping families navigate housing, healthcare, education, and employment. We assist with essential tasks like enrolling children in school, accessing medical care, learning to use public transportation, connecting with their new community and immigration legal services.
Every dollar donated helps refugees and immigrants build stable, successful lives in our community. Join us in welcoming these new neighbors and helping them thrive.