Jean and Demi are the parents of a young child. They have recently arrived in Maine from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and they are living in a motel north of Portland. Jean and Demi do not speak English and it was arranged for them to meet with a multi-lingual Career Specialist from their country. The family relayed that they lacked adequate clothing, shoes, and kitchen supplies. To help the family, they were referred for ESOL classes through Portland Adult Education. Staff also contacted their community partner, Maine Needs to request the items needed. Maine Needs to supply everything requested and many extras, including toys for their child. As the family had no transportation, the staff delivered the donations to them at the motel. The family was referred for housing aid and the Mid-Coast Community Action program to provide added support.
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