La Casa Amiga
Friendship House
Discover Bright Beginning
Our Mission
La Casa Amiga fosters cultural understanding by organizing community events that showcase Hispanic culture to the residents of Jefferson County. These initiatives build bridges between diverse communities, empowering both new immigrants and existing residents to become active and valued members of our shared community.
Learning, Loving, Growing
About Our Program
La Casa Amiga serves as a vital hub for newcomers, connecting them to essential resources and fostering their active participation within our community. This welcoming space celebrates the rich diversity of cultures, enriching our Jefferson County community while improving the lives of immigrants and residents alike.
La Casa Amiga events and services provide linkages between cultures and people and help new immigrants and residents become valuable participants in their community.
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English classes
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Computer classes
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Homework help
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Bilingual library and weekly bilingual story hour
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Translating and Interpreting
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Translating Official Documents ($25/per page)
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Medical problems
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Education
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Passport Applications
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Legal needs
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Job Placement
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Housing
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Childcare
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Budget and Nutritional counseling
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Substance abuse
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Spanish/English social events
Classes & Weekly Events
Monday
English as a Second
Language Class
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free Food Pick-Up
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
English as a Second
Language Class
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Wednesday
Tutoring in Math & Reading, Bilingual story hour for all children learning English and/or Spanish, Computer based learning.
Time: 3:45 - 6:00 PM
Thursday
English as a Second
Language Class
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Extra Classes
Knitting Class
By Appointment
Citizenship Class
By Appointment
Ways to participate and help:
Volunteer on Wednesday or Thursdays, Summer Tutoring, Drivers, Child Care,
Interpreters-Bilingual, Contributions payable to La Casa Amiga.
DONATIONS: Children's Clothing, Toys, Furniture, Hygiene Products, School Supplies.
Call
812-493-5062
Visit
Eggleston Community Center
419 East Street., Madison, IN 47250
Office Hours
Monday: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday: 2:30 - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 5:00 - 8:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 - 12:00 Noon