Refugee & Immigrant Assistance Center
Who We Are
Mission
RIAC’s mission is to promote cultural, educational, and socioeconomic development in the refugee and immigrant community.
Vision
The vision of the Refugee & Immigrant Assistance Center (RIAC) is to promote greater acceptance by the communities it services, while enhancing the the quality of life for refugees, asylees, and immigrants, through improved support, services, and technology.
What We Do
Bringing Hope Home
RIAC welcomes around 200 refugees annually from diverse nations like Bhutan, Iraq, Congo, Syria, Afghanistan, Burma, Somalia, Ethiopia, and beyond. Join us in building new lives.
Continued Support Beyond Arrival
Our services link individuals and families to resources, benefits, and counseling for smooth social adjustment. Together, we foster resilience and progress.
Healing Hearts, Restoring Lives
Led by our psychiatrist, a team of licensed social workers offers personalized and group counseling. Let us help you find strength in community.
Where We Work
Boston
Boston, MA, 02119
Phone: +1 (617) 238-2430
Fax: +1 (617) 238-2430
Email: riac@riacboston.org
*Main office closed Thursdays,
Mental Health Clinic Still Open
Lynn
Lynn, MA, 01901
(Inside the New American Center)
Please contact Boston office for questions about Lynn office. Email: riac@riacboston.org
Worcester
Worcester, MA, 01608
Phone: +1 (508) 756-7557
Fax: (508) 756-2006
Email: riac@riacboston.org
Get Involved Make A Difference
Together, let’s establish a welcoming environment and provide comprehensive services to refugees and immigrants.
Donate to RIAC
When refugees arrive in Boston we like to provide them with a welcome basket of basic household goods necessary for day to day life. Click here for a basic outline of what to include!
Help new refugees go to and from appointments, learn how to grocery shop, practice English, enroll children in school, and more other volunteer opportunities. Find out more here!
Make a strong commitment toward supporting a refugee family by creating a co-sponsorship group with RIAC. Learn how you can start your journey here.
Fundraise on behalf of our work personally, through your organization or company.
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