CARECEN (Central American Refugee Center)

Who We Are

The Central American Refugee Center (CARECEN-N.Y.) is a non-profit immigration and human rights organization serving the refugee community on Long Island and throughout southern New York State. Since our founding in 1983 CARECEN has worked to protect the civil rights of immigrants, increase understanding between the native born and newcomer communities, and raise awareness of the interaction of human rights disasters and immigration.

How to Get Help

At this time we are offering remote immigration legal services. You can reach us Monday-Friday 9am-5pm by calling (516) 489-8330. Please have all documents related to your case on hand.

Who We Serve

Area(s): Nassau County, Suffolk County

Language(s) Spoken

• Spanish / Español

Is this organization accessible by wheelchair?: YES

Does this organization provide access for the hearing impaired?: YES

Type of Help

This group provides the following types of services based on your legal needs and its resources:

• Full Legal Representation
• Brief Advice
• Self-Help Materials

General Contact Information

Address             CARECEN (Central American Refugee Center)

                 91 N. Franklin Street (map)

                 Suite 208

                  Hempstead, NY 11550

Phone               516-489-8330

Fax                    516-489-8308

Website             http://www.carecenny.org/