Children’s Institute's Resource Guide for Immigrants
Children’s Institute is committed to ensuring that all our community —regardless of immigration status—have access to the essential resources, guidance, safety, and support they need during these challenging times. In moments of fear and uncertainty, we stand firmly with our immigrant children, families, and neighbors, and our commitment to them remains steadfast.
We will continue providing mental health services, early childhood programs, and health navigation support to all those in need. In addition, we will share timely updates, resources, and announcements on our website and other platforms to support immigrant families in our programs. Please be sure to check for updates regularly.
Click links below for resources and information.
Preparedness:
- Red Card (Immigrant Legal Resource Center – available in multiple languages)
- Blue Card (Inner City Law Center – for staff who may have to interact with ICE)
- LAUSD’s Safe Zones (LA Unified School District)
- Family Preparedness Plan Tip Sheets (Immigrant Legal Resource Center – available in English & Spanish)
- Family Preparedness Plan (Immigrant Legal Resource Center)
- KIND Family Preparedness Plan (Kids in Need of Defense) – English & Spanish
- What to do if stopped by police or ICE (American Civil Liberties Union)
- Notifica App helps families plan and act if they are at risk of being detained
Know Your Rights:
- Immigration: Know Your Rights (Loyola Law Center) – webinar on Monday, February 11 at 11am (Zoom link and passcode: 521026)
- Know Your Rights Resources (National Immigration Law Center)
- Know Your Rights: Prepare for Mass Deportation Threats (National Immigrant Justice Center)
- Know Your Rights: What to Do if You or a Loved One is Detained (National Immigrant Justice Center)
- Know Your Rights: A Guide When Interacting with Law Enforcement (Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc.)
- KIND Know Your Rights (Kids in Need of Defense) – English & Spanish
- Know Your Rights: Immigrants’ Rights (American Civil Liberties Union)
Legal Assistance:
- Immigration Law Help
- Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles County
- Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)
- Immigrant Assistance Line: 888-624-4752 (888-6-CHIRLA) Available Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- National Immigrant Justice Center
- Immigrant Center for Women and Children
- National Immigration Legal Services Directory
- National Lawyers Guild of Los Angeles
Mental Health:
- Navigating Trauma as a Refugee (NAMI)
- Wellness Support Groups for Undocumented People (Immigrants Rising)
- Mental Health Resources for Undocumented People (Immigrants Rising)
- Supporting Young Children Experiencing Separation and Trauma (ZERO TO THREE)
- How to Talk to a Children about Deportation (English & Spanish)
- Supporting Children Exposed to Hate Crimes (Spanish)
Additional Resources:
- Resources for direct service providers and communities
- Public Charge Information & FAQ (L.A. County Office of Immigrant Affairs)
- How to Help Families Prepare for Immigration Raids (The Center for Law and Social Policy)
- LAUSD’s Immigration Response (English & Spanish)
- Long Beach Unified School District’s Immigration Resources (English & Spanish)
- Detainee Center Locator (U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement)