Ayiti Resource Hub
Kote pou jwenn èd Ozetazini

Pou Ayisyen kap viv Ozetazini

A resource movement for Haitian families in America.

Ayiti Resource Hub connects Haitian immigrants and families in the U.S. to food, housing, immigration guidance, healthcare, work, education, and community support while building visibility around the needs of our diaspora.

Founded by Raphaella Channer

Important update

Medicaid rules changed on October 1, 2026.

English People in the legal category called Cuban/Haitian entrants remain eligible for Medicaid/CHIP and are still exempt from the five-year waiting period. If your state sends a letter asking for immigration documents, do not ignore it. Respond by the deadline and ask a trusted navigator or legal aid group for help.

Kreyol Moun ki nan kategori legal yo rele Cuban/Haitian entrants toujou ka kalifye pou Medicaid/CHIP epi yo toujou pa bezwen tann senk ane. Si leta voye yon lèt pou mande dokiman imigrasyon, pa inyore li. Reponn avan dat limit la epi mande yon moun ou fè konfyans, yon navigator, oswa legal aid ede ou.

Resource finder

Filter by need, cost, or keyword. These are national entry points and trusted directories that can lead you to local help across the U.S.

CommunityFree

211 local assistance

Find food pantries, rent help, shelters, utility assistance, health care, transportation, and local nonprofit programs.

  • Best first call when you do not know where to start
  • Available in many states by phone, text, or web
Open Find 211
HousingFree

HUD Find Shelter

Search for shelters, housing support, food, clothing, and health clinics by location.

  • Useful for emergency shelter
  • Can point to nearby service providers
Search HUD shelter help
FoodFree

Emergency food help

Use government and community resources to find food banks, emergency meals, and local food programs.

  • Good for immediate food needs
  • Ask local churches and community centers too
Find food assistance
FoodFree

SNAP / EBT

SNAP helps eligible households buy groceries. Rules for non-citizens can be specific, so check your state and official eligibility page.

  • Apply through your state
  • Eligibility depends on household and immigration factors
Check SNAP non-citizen rules
FoodFree

WIC for mothers and children

WIC supports eligible pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding people, infants, and children up to age 5.

  • Food benefits and nutrition support
  • Often connects families to clinics and community services
Learn about WIC
ImmigrationFree

USCIS official updates

Use USCIS for official immigration forms, case status, TPS updates, work authorization information, and citizenship resources.

  • Never pay for forms from unofficial sites
  • Check deadlines directly on USCIS pages
Go to USCIS
ImmigrationLow-cost

Immigration legal help

Look for accredited nonprofit legal services before paying a private attorney. Ask whether they handle Haitian TPS, asylum, family petitions, or work permits.

  • Ask for written fees
  • Use accredited representatives or licensed attorneys
Find recognized legal organizations
HealthcareLow-cost

Community health centers

Federally supported health centers may offer primary care, dental, prenatal, behavioral health, and pharmacy services based on income.

  • Useful if uninsured or underinsured
  • Ask about sliding-scale fees
Find a health center
HealthcareFree

Medicaid/CHIP immigrant eligibility update

English: New federal rules changed which immigrant categories can receive full Medicaid or CHIP. Cuban/Haitian entrants remain eligible and are exempt from the five-year waiting period. Many green-card holders may remain eligible, but some still need to meet waiting-period rules unless an exception applies.

Kreyol: Nouvo règ federal yo chanje ki kategori imigrasyon ki ka jwenn Medicaid oswa CHIP konplè. Cuban/Haitian entrants toujou ka kalifye epi yo pa bezwen tann senk ane. Anpil moun ki gen green card ka toujou kalifye, men gen moun ki ka bezwen respekte règ tann yo sof si yo gen yon eksepsyon.

  • If you receive a state Medicaid letter, respond by the deadline and keep copies.
  • Si ou resevwa yon lèt Medicaid nan men leta, reponn avan dat limit la epi kenbe kopi.
  • Emergency Medicaid still covers emergency care for people who qualify by income, regardless of immigration status.
Read KFF's explainer
JobsFree

American Job Centers

Local workforce centers can help with job searches, resumes, training, unemployment support, and career services.

  • Good for first U.S. job searches
  • Ask about training grants and English classes
Find a job center
EducationFree

English and adult education

Public libraries, community colleges, adult education offices, and nonprofits often offer ESL, GED, digital skills, and citizenship classes.

  • Search by your city or county
  • Ask 211 for local ESL programs
Find English learning help
CommunityFree

Haitian community support

Haitian churches, cultural centers, student groups, and local nonprofits can help with translation, referrals, clothing drives, food, and trusted word-of-mouth.

  • Search “Haitian community organization near me”
  • Bring a trusted person when visiting a new office
Search community programs
Immigration

Private attorney option

For complicated cases, a licensed immigration attorney may be worth paying for. Verify the license, ask for a written agreement, and keep copies of everything.

  • Avoid notarios and guaranteed promises
  • Get a second opinion if something feels wrong
Search immigration attorneys
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Find local help

Start with your state or ZIP code.

Most assistance is local. Choose a state with a large Haitian community for quick starting points, or use the national tools if your state is not listed yet.

First steps when you need help

A simple order to follow when everything feels urgent.

1

Name the need

Food today, rent this month, legal deadline, clinic appointment, job search, or school enrollment.

2

Find local entry points

Call 211, search by ZIP code, and ask city, county, church, or nonprofit offices what documents they need.

3

Protect your papers

Keep photos and copies of passports, notices, leases, paystubs, school papers, and receipts.

4

Ask in writing

For paid help, request written fees, names, deadlines, and what service is included before paying.

Why this exists

Representation with purpose This hub is part of a larger vision to turn Haitian advocacy, philanthropy, and public visibility into practical help.
Help without shame Families should be able to find food, shelter, legal help, healthcare, and education resources without feeling lost.
Built to grow The site tracks basic reach and newsletter signups so the work can show measurable impact over time.

For urgent danger, call 911. For local food, rent, utilities, shelter, and health referrals, call 211.

Impact snapshot

Small proof points that help show the hub is reaching people while keeping visitor identities private.

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--Visits
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