Immigration Services Resources
Monroe County Legal Resources
Monroe County Legal Aid / North Penn Legal Services
Nonprofit legal assistance for low-income residents of Monroe County, including help with housing, public benefits, healthcare access, family law, and consumer issues. Provides referrals to immigration legal services when needed.
Phone: (800) 274-3258
Website: https://www.nplspa.org/
Regional Legal Assistance Organizations
Catholic Charities of Metuchen – Immigration Services
This nonprofit immigration program provides low-cost legal assistance to individuals and families in the Phillipsburg, NJ region, serving parts of eastern Pennsylvania as well.
Location: 700 Sayre Avenue, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Phone: (908) 777-3730
Website: ccdom.org
Services May Include: Adjustment of Status (Green Card), DACA, family-based petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship, Temporary Protected Status (TPS), U & T Visas, VAWA petitions, and representation before Immigration Court and the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Catholic Charities of Allentown
Provides immigration legal assistance to residents of eastern Pennsylvania, including help preparing and filing applications with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Location: 900 South Woodward Street, Allentown, PA 18103
Phone: (610) 435-1541
Website: catholiccharitiesad.org
Services May Include: Adjustment of Status, DACA, Employment Authorization applications, family petitions, Naturalization/Citizenship applications, and Temporary Protected Status (TPS).
Catholic Social Services of Scranton – Immigration & Refugee Services
Offers immigration legal services and refugee support in northeastern Pennsylvania. Assistance is typically provided by accredited representatives or attorneys.
Location: 600 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
Phone: (570) 207-2283 ext.2121
Website: dioceseofscranton.org
Services May Include: Adjustment of Status, Consular Processing, DACA, employment-based petitions, Naturalization, TPS, U Visas, VAWA petitions, and limited representation before the Board of Immigration Appeals.
Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center (PIRC)
PIRC is a nonprofit legal services organization that provides free legal representation and advocacy to detained immigrants in Pennsylvania. The organization works with individuals held in immigration detention and may provide legal consultations, court representation, and referrals.
Service Area: Pennsylvania (including individuals detained within the state)
Website: www.pirclaw.org
National Immigration Resources
National Immigration Legal Services Directory
A searchable national database of nonprofit organizations that provide free or low-cost immigration legal services across the United States.
Search Legal Providers Nationwide
Immigrant Legal Resource Center – “Red Cards”
Printable “Know Your Rights” cards available in multiple languages. These cards help individuals understand their legal rights during interactions with immigration officials or law enforcement.
Download Know Your Rights Cards
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is the federal agency that oversees lawful immigration to the United States. USCIS processes applications and petitions for visas, green cards (permanent residency), naturalization/citizenship, asylum, employment authorization, and other immigration benefits.
On the USCIS website, you can:
- Find and download official immigration forms and instructions
- Check processing times and application status
- Learn eligibility requirements for different immigration benefits
- Access official guides and resources about U.S. immigration law
Website: www.uscis.gov
Employment & Workforce Resources
PA CareerLink® – Monroe County
Offers free employment services including job search assistance, resume workshops, career counseling, and workforce training programs. Some services may assist individuals with work authorization questions.
Website: www.pacareerlink.pa.gov
National Immigration Forum
Provides information about immigrant workforce participation, employment rights, and entrepreneurship resources. Includes educational materials for employers and employees.
Website: immigrationforum.org
Know Your Rights & Government Information
ACLU – Immigrants’ Rights
Educational materials explaining immigrants’ rights related to law enforcement interactions, workplace protections, and constitutional rights.
USA.gov – Immigration Information
Official U.S. government portal providing information on visas, green cards, citizenship, work authorization, and other federal immigration services in multiple languages.
www.usa.gov/immigration-and-citizenship
Know Your Rights – Printable Guides
These guides provide general information about rights and responsibilities related to immigration enforcement and workplace compliance.
Health & Social Services
Pennsylvania Health Law Project (PHLP)
A nonprofit legal services organization that provides free assistance to Pennsylvanians who are having difficulty accessing public health coverage or services. PHLP helps individuals understand and apply for Medicaid (Medical Assistance), CHIP, Medicare, and other health programs.
Services may include eligibility guidance, help resolving coverage denials, appeals assistance, and information about healthcare rights. Assistance is available statewide.
Phone: (800) 274-3258
Website: www.phlp.org
PA Navigate
PA Navigate is a free online tool that helps Pennsylvania residents find local health and social services. The platform connects users with resources such as food assistance, housing support, healthcare services, mental health support, transportation, and other community programs.
The site allows individuals, service providers, and community organizations to search for services by location and type of need.
Website:
www.panavigate.org
PoconoInfo – Pocono Mountains United Way
PoconoInfo is a free information and referral service that connects Monroe County residents with local health and human service programs. Trained specialists help individuals find resources such as food pantries, housing assistance, rent and utility support, childcare programs, transportation services, and mental health resources.
Residents can call or email to receive referrals to local, state, and federal assistance programs.
Phone: (570) 517-3954
Website: poconounitedway.org – Get Help
PA 211 – Northeast Pennsylvania
PA 211 is a statewide information and referral service that connects individuals with health and social services. Residents can search for services online or contact trained specialists by phone, text, or chat.
Services include referrals for food assistance, housing support, mental health services, healthcare programs, childcare, transportation, and disaster assistance.
Phone: Dial 211
Website: pa211ne.org
Immigrant & Community Organizations
FLECHA – Federation of Latinos for Education About Cultures of Hispanic America
FLECHA is a nonprofit community organization in Stroudsburg that promotes cultural awareness, education, and community support for Latino residents in the Pocono region. The organization hosts community events, cultural programs, and initiatives that connect individuals and families with local resources and services.
FLECHA works with community leaders and volunteers across areas such as education, health, law, social services, and business to support the Latino community in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Website: FLECHA-Poconos
Latino Community Center
The Latino Community Center provides resources and educational materials for immigrant families, including information about immigration courts, locating detainees, legal service providers, and family preparedness planning.
The organization also shares guides and support resources designed for immigrant parents and caregivers.
Website: latinocommunitycenter.org – Community Resources
Important Tips
- Confirm what services an organization provides before scheduling an appointment.
- Ask about consultation fees or eligibility requirements in advance.
- Keep copies of all applications, receipts, and supporting documents.
- Be cautious of immigration scams or “notario” fraud.
- Only take advice from licensed attorneys or accredited immigration representatives who represent you.
- You can search attorneys licensed in Pennsylvania here:
Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board – Find a Lawyer/Attorney