Opening borders,
uniting communities
FEDECMI, promoting the well-being of Mexicans and immigrants
The path to citizenship and psychological therapy
Become a U.S. citizen
If you meet any of these requirements:
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Be a legal resident for 4 years and 9 months and have basic English
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Be a legal resident for 2 years and 9 months, be married to a U.S. citizen for at least 3 years, and have basic English.
English is not necessary if you have:
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50 years old and has been a legal resident for 20 years
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55 years old and has been a legal resident for 15 years
Psychological therapy
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Free
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In Spanish and English
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In-person and virtual
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Individual, family or group
To the following people:
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If you identify as LGBTQ+
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You live in Illinois
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If you are over 12 years old
or
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If you live in Kane County, you can receive therapy at our Elgin office.
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If you live in Chicago, you can also receive therapy at our Chicago office.
* Priority will be given to the LGBTQ+ population
Educational Services
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Workshops such as: first aid, digital security, housing rights, how to acquire a home, and others
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Guitar course
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Computer class for adults
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Book club
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History talks about Michoacan
Legal Assistance
Legal Clinic - West Chicago & Elgin
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Status adjustment
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Family request
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Advanced Parole
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Naturalization
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Replacement of "green card"
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U Visa
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VAWA Petition
Legal advice - Chicago
Health and Wellness
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Assistance for public aid: LINK/SNAP, Medical Card, TANF
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Appointment and paperwork management: school, medical, employment, consular, City Key ID, driver's license, US passport and more
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Marketplace (Obamacare) registration and assistance in selecting a health plan
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Individual, family and/or group therapy for LGBTQ+ populations and residents of Kane County
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Information and referrals: rehabilitation, psychological therapy, domestic violence, English classes, food bank, medical clinics, housing assistance, tax preparation, LIHEAP, WIC, Moms & Babies, VTTC, emergency medical card, and more
Cultural Events
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Celebration of Michoacán culture "Michoacán Presence"
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Folkloric ballet for children
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Art exhibitions
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Plays
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Celebration of the Purepecha Year
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Workshops: baking, embroidery, cross-stitch, piñata making, sugar skulls and Catrinas, among others
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Day of the Dead celebration
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Annual Christmas Posada
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