Immigrant and refugee services
You are welcome at the Community Health Center
We provide care for everyone who lives in Multnomah County. If you are a refugee or are seeking asylum, we can help you get the care you need.
Our refugee program
We work with local organizations to help new refugees and immigrants get settled in Multnomah County.
Our Mid County clinic offers a special program to help refugees work with the US health system to get care.
How we can help
The refugee program at our Mid County clinic can help you understand and follow US and Oregon laws and rules from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
We can also help with:
- Medical screening and tests
- Vaccinations and immunizations
- Medications and prescriptions
- Filling out forms for schools
- Health requirements for green cards
- Case management
- Support in many languages
How to get started
Contact one of these local organizations to help you get started. They can help you schedule a Health Center visit.
Lutheran Community Services NW
Get counseling services, help applying for asylum, and more.
Catholic Charities
Get resettlement help, school support, and more.
Ecumenical Ministries of Oregon
Get resettlement help, case management, school support, and more.
Your first visits
Your first two visits will be at our Mid County clinic. You can ask for an interpreter to help in your language. Here’s what to expect.
Your first visit
A provider will ask you questions about your health and your family. We will also draw blood to perform some lab tests.
Your second visit
A provider will perform a medical exam, explain test results, and give you vaccinations. You can also get any medication you need.
Other visits
We can help you and your family become patients at a clinic near you. We can also help you sign up for medical insurance.
Emergencias y atención fuera del horario laboral
¿Necesitas atención de emergencia?
Si tienes una emergencia médica, llama al 911 ahora o ve a una sala de emergencias cercana.
Recibe ayuda cuando las clínicas estén cerradas
Recibe asesoramiento de enfermería si necesitas ayuda después de que nuestras clínicas estén cerradas.