Living in a new country is hard! The Immigrant Guide offers a great reference for learning the laws, systems and culture for living and succeeding in the U.S. Topics include: applying for a job, renting an apartment, filing taxes, the role of the police, healthcare, and helping kids with school just to name a few. The content can be used to supplement our Confidence and Connections Adult ESL curriculum, as a workshop, and as a resource for newcomers.
What’s new in Edition 6 of The Immigrant Guide? We are now shipping Edition 6 of The Immigrant Guide in English and Spanish. (The remaining language versions continue to be offered as Edition 5.)
Edition 6 updates include:
- Avoiding today’s common scams
- Internet safety and speed
- Inclusive language
- Parent-teacher conferences
- Filing taxes and ITINs
- Navigating discrimination
- Helping kids succeed
- Bullying and child safety
- Community resources
- Getting legal help
- Vaccinations and preventing illness
Resources
Immigrant Guide Resources
We’ve compiled a list of helpful links to provide extra information about the topics covered in the Immigrant Guide.
ALCOHOL & DRUGS
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Information
Finding an AA near you
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): Know Your Rights
DRINKING & DRIVING
Limits and Penalties by State
Blood Alcohol Concentration Chart
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Basic Information
BECOMING A U.S. CITIZEN
Qualify for Citizenship
GETTING PROBLEMS FIXED
A List of Local Housing Agencies
THE LEASE
Sample Housing Lease
HOW TO FIND JOBS
Small Business Administration: How to Start a Small Business
RESUMES
Sample Resumes
COVER LETTERS
Sample Cover Letters
BENEFITS
Typical Benefits Packages
Benefits Information
Information About Unions
OVERTIME
More Information About Overtime
MINIMUM WAGE
Minimum Wage by State
TAX TIME
Do You Need to File Taxes?
Application for Tax Extension
Application for ITIN
1040 EZ Form
EITC Information
FILLING OUT MEDICAL FORMS
Sample Medical History Form
VACCINATIONS & CHECK-UPS
More Information About Check-ups
Vaccination Schedules
USING A THERMOMETER
When is a Fever Dangerous?
FIRST AID
Emergency Medical Care – First Aid Resources
Finding CPR and First Aid Courses in Your Area
WATCH WHAT YOU EAT
Calculate How Many Calories You Should Consume Daily
CIGARETTES
More Information About the Dangers of Smoking
ALCOHOLISM
Risks and Symptoms
CHILD SEATS
Specific Requirements
CAR INSURANCE
AAA
BUYING & REGISTERING A CAR
Calculate the Value of a Car
PARENTING IN THE U.S.
Child Abuse Information
CHILD SAFETY
Child Safety Tips
FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL
Birth Control Methods
PREGNANCY
Resources for Pregnant Mothers
FINDING A SCHOOL FOR YOUR KIDS
Head Start Information
COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY & VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS
Student Loans and Grants
Financial Aid Overviews
LEARNING ENGLISH
Helpful Websites
POSTAGE & THE POST OFFICE
General Information and Specific Costs
NAMES & TITLES
When to Use Mr., Mrs. and Ms.
ANSWERING PHONES & CHECKING MESSAGES
Cell Phone and Texting Laws by State
RELIGION
Statistics on Religions in the U.S.
DOGS
Dog Care Tips
SEX
Preventing STDs
READING EXPIRATION DATES
Reading Expiration and Sell By Dates
WALKING & BIKING
Biking Safety Tips
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer Match
Idealist.org
Serve.gov