From the government to settle into a place they can now call home. Apart from their basic needs, the Salman’s also need further assistance for their children, as they have health challenges.

From the government to settle into a place they can now call home. Apart from their basic needs, the Salman’s also need further assistance for their children, as they have health challenges. Natasha has several food allergies and Mahesh is having trouble with his balance; the reason for this is unknown. Although Arjun is now working as a farmer in a strawberry farm, he is still unable to provide fully for the family; as his salary does not suffice to pay off utility bills, groceries and other expenses. He hopes to soon find a new job which will pay better. His wife Leksmi is attending school; therefore, is not currently contributing to their income. The children are enrolled fiill time at the Licenced Childcare Centre; they are attending Monday through Friday 7:30—4:30. All of the staff have been very supportive with both the children and parents. However, some days are very difficult for the children to say good bye to their parents; Arjun and Leksmi are unsure on how to handle this. Prior to immigrating to Canada, the families emotional and physical well being had taken a toll on them. Now, they are dealing with the adjustment to this new community, environment and culture. The family needs all the support that they can get; they don’t always know services in the community, or how to access them.

7) Think about the London & Middlesex area Community Resources that either you researched as part of your Community Resource Project or that we have discussed in class. List very specific Resources that are listed in Help Yourself Through Hard Times booklet and explain why you will be recommending these resources to this family or individual. (6 marks) “please indicate the page number your Community Resource can be found on. Family / or Name of Resource and explain specifically why you are Family recommending that agency etc. member 1. 2.

Reference: https://www.informationlondon.ca/Uploads/ContentDocuments/Help%20Yourself%20Through%20Hard%20Times.pdf

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