Refugee Youth Resource

Medical & Health

FOR PROVIDERS

Medical & Health

Refugee and newcomer children, youth, and families may face unique barriers to accessing healthcare and navigating medical systems in the United States, including language differences, unfamiliarity with services, and uncertainty on how to access care. Providers play an important role in helping families understand available health resources and connecting them to appropriate supports. This section includes information for providers supporting refugee and newcomer populations in accessing medical and healthcare.