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Gilcrest immigrant resource center connects newcomers with English, computer and citizenship classes
Summary
A staff member described the Gilcrest immigrant resource center as a local bridge to county services, offering English, computer and citizenship classes plus conversation practice and partnerships with local nonprofits to help newcomers access services.
A staff member of the Gilcrest immigrant resource center told the Montgomery County Spanish-language community program that the center has become a first step for many immigrants seeking integration and essential services.
“The mission of the Gilcrest center is to connect people who live here in Montgomery County with resources, information and services that can answer their questions,” the staff member said, describing the center as a bridge to government and nonprofit services.
The staff member listed core services offered on-site: English language classes, computer classes, citizenship classes and conversation-practice sessions. They also described partnerships with local nonprofit organizations that provide referrals and additional services to center visitors.
No specific schedules or funding details were provided on-air; the program presented the center’s services as ongoing community resources and encouraged listeners to contact the center or county resource pages for more information.
