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Language Interpretation | Center For Southeast Asians

270 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02907

Eligibility

Services are offered to all members in our community who need assistance bridging the language barriers between providers/clients.

Required documents

Varies

Hours

Mon-Fri 8:30AM-5"00PM Emergency services 24/7

Languages

Cambodian, Hmong, Laotian, Vietnamese

Application process

Contact Director Kannyka Pouk, [email protected], 401-274-8811 x 226

Fees

Varies

Service area

Statewide

Description

The mission of the Center for Southeast Asians (CSEA) is to promote the prosperity, heritage and leadership of Southeast Asians in Rhode Island They assist new Americans in the areas of social and economic independence and creating greater access to education and healthcare services. They can provide: translator services; free tax preparation; interpreting services, job training, English/ESL classes, health insurance navigation; tobacco and substance abuse information; and more. SEDC's social service programs include: Affordable Care Act (ACA), Meal Café, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program); Southeast Asian Elder Advancement Program; assistance with transitional housing management; and case management. Social Services in Providence include: Volunteer Income Tax Assistance; Victim's Assistance Program; Affordable Care Act; and Meals on Wheels and SNAP referrals. Their International Language Bank provides fee-for-service, 24/7 translation and interpretation in over 40 languages.

Providing organization

Center For Southeast Asians

The mission of the Center for Southeast Asians (CSEA) is to promote the prosperity, heritage and leadership of Southeast Asians in Rhode Island