Each year, lack of insurance, plus the expense of medical procedures and prescription drugs prevents millions of individuals from receiving the care they need. Immigrants often must overcome additional barriers such as the inability to speak English, and confusion or even fear regarding the health care system. As a result, many immigrants never receive basic preventative care and often end up in the emergency care system. Immigrants often lack the necessary information and resources about:

Health benefits (through employment or public assistance)

Insurance eligibility

Communication with medical staff and agencies