Integration Class

Immigrating to the U.S. can be an incredibly exciting prospect. Whether a person is looking for freedom or success (or both!), opportunities abound. While the promise of a better life lures people to the country, it doesn’t take long before the reality of moving into a new culture sets in. Not only can the lifestyle differences be alarming, but they can also make adjusting to a new environment challenging.

The goal of the Integration Class is to help transition newcomers to the area into their new community. The class is offered twice a week and is 1 hour long. It is designed to provide basic information such as where and how to apply for jobs, how to find doctors and dentists and make appointments, how to navigate the community, and how to open a bank account, among others.

Living in the U.S. can be advantageous, but there can also be culture shock when an individual first moves into a new community. Integration classes can help reduce fears and anxieties and put a person on the path to success. With a stable foundation and the right information, newcomers will have what they need to live the life they’ve been dreaming of.

Class times: 

• Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at the Family Resource Center (3020 18th St, Suite 4,
  Columbus, NE)
• Saturdays from 10:00 to 11:00 am at the Columbus Public Library (FNBO Conference Room)