RISE Program
Refugee & Immigrant Specialized Experience (RISE) Program
The RISE Program supports adult and youth newcomers who are experiencing complex and multiple challenges in settling into their new community. RISE assists newcomers to use their strengths and resources to increase their capacity to cope with issues and barriers, and to increase their skills and knowledge to independently settle and integrate.
Through safe and specialized case management in first language, RISE provides:
- Social and emotional support
- Settlement information and counselling
- Life skills, literacy and essential skills development
- Practical assistance and supported access to services
- Connection to community
Languages offered: Arabic, Burmese, French, Karen, Kirundi, Kinyamulenge, Kinyarwanda, Nuer, Portuguese and Swahili.
To make a referral or to access RISE or RISE Youth, please contact 604-954-4001 or see the attached RISE Referral Form and send to risereferrals@dcrs.ca.
2SLGBTQI+ Case Management
Our 2SLGBTQI+ Case Specialist is here to ensure that your journey as a 2SLGBTQI+ refugee in your new community is as smooth as possible.
For more information, visit LGBTQ+ Newcomer Services or please call 604-954-4001 or email risereferrals@dcrs.ca.
What to Expect from the RISE Program
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Client Rights and Responsibilities
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