Recursos sobre inmigración para familias de Miami-Dade y Broward
A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources helps immigrant families in Miami-Dade County and Broward County get food, health coverage, and other support their household qualifies for. For immigration legal matters, staff connect you with accredited organizations that can lawfully help.
We serve families regardless of immigration status. Everything we do is free.
Protect yourself from immigration fraud. In Florida, only licensed attorneys and representatives accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice may give immigration advice or prepare immigration forms. A notario público in the United States is not a lawyer, whatever the sign outside says.
Never pay someone who is not an attorney or an accredited representative to fill out immigration paperwork. Verify a lawyer with The Florida Bar at 866-352-0707. Report fraud to Miami-Dade Consumer Protection at 786-469-2333 or consumer@miamidade.gov.
How A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources helps immigrant families
Many immigrant families in South Florida go without help they are entitled to, because they assume the whole household is ineligible or because they are afraid to ask. Often that is not true.
- Medicaid for children — citizen children qualify regardless of their parents' status, and some lawfully residing non-citizen children may qualify too
- Food assistance — our food pantry in Miami Gardens serves every family, and we can check who in your household is eligible for SNAP
- Health care access — clinics and medical care for adults and children without insurance
- School support — referrals coordinated with Miami-Dade and Broward County Public Schools
- Screening for the whole household — staff work out who is eligible for what, so nobody misses out and nobody applies for something they should not
- Connecting you to accredited immigration help — see the list below
What we do not do
Being clear about this protects your family.
A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources is not a law firm. Staff are not attorneys and are not accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice. We do not give immigration legal advice, we do not prepare or file immigration forms, and we do not represent anyone before immigration authorities. We never charge for anything.
If anyone tells you otherwise, or asks you for money to handle an immigration matter on our behalf, they do not speak for this organization. Please tell us.
What we do is connect you with organizations that can lawfully help, and take care of the other needs your family has in the meantime.
Free and low-cost immigration legal help in South Florida
These organizations provide immigration legal services through licensed attorneys or DOJ-accredited representatives. Contact them directly. A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources can help you make the call if that is easier.
| Catholic Legal Services, Archdiocese of Miami | Asylum, family petitions, DACA renewals, removal defense, citizenship workshops 305-373-1073 |
|---|---|
| Miami-Dade Office of New Americans | Free legal guidance, information sessions, and application support, including Temporary Protected Status 305-636-1010 |
| Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC) | Statewide hotline for legal rights questions and community clinics 1-888-600-5762 |
| Saint Thomas University Human Rights Institute | Legal aid on civil rights and immigration matters 305-441-5240 |
| CASA Miami | Legal support, education, and advocacy for immigrant families 305-463-7468 |
| International Rescue Committee, Miami | Refugees, asylum seekers, and adjustment services |
| University of Miami School of Law Immigration Clinic | Community resources and self-help guidance |
| Legal Services of Greater Miami | Housing, tenant defense, and public benefits 305-576-0080 |
| USCIS Contact Center | Case status and appointments 1-800-375-5283 |
| Refugee Health Program, Florida Dept. of Health in Miami-Dade | Free health assessments and immunizations for newly arrived families |
Contact details last checked August 2026. Phone numbers and services change — if one does not work, call us on (786) 396-3144 and we will help you find the current one.
What your children may qualify for right now
This is the part families most often miss.
- Medicaid — citizen children qualify regardless of their parents' status, and some lawfully residing non-citizen children may qualify too. See Ayuda para solicitar Medicaid en Miami.
- Florida KidCare — health insurance for children under 19 who are citizens or lawfully residing, often $15 or $20 a month for the whole household. See Ayuda para la inscripción en Florida KidCare.
- School meals and school support — available to every enrolled child regardless of status
- Food assistance — our pantry serves all families, and eligible household members may qualify for SNAP
Staff will explain exactly what each application asks for and what it does with that information, before you decide anything.
How to avoid immigration fraud
Immigration fraud is common in South Florida and it targets the families with the least to lose. Protect yourself:
- A notary is not a lawyer in the United States. In many Latin American countries a notario público is a trained legal professional. In Florida a notary has no legal authority in immigration matters at all.
- Only two kinds of people may help. A licensed attorney, or a representative accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice working for a recognized organization. Nobody else.
- Verify before you pay. Check any attorney with The Florida Bar at 866-352-0707. Ask an accredited representative to show you their accreditation.
- Never sign a blank form. Never sign anything you have not read or do not understand.
- Keep your original documents. Give copies, never originals.
- Get a receipt for anything you pay, and keep a copy of every form filed for you.
- Report fraud. Miami-Dade Consumer Protection, 786-469-2333 or consumer@miamidade.gov.
Dónde y cuándo te atendemos
Ministerios y recursos «Una nueva vida en Cristo»7900 NW 27th Ave, local 50B
Miami, FL 33147
Nuestra oficina está dentro de Centro comercial Northside, en la intersección de la 27.ª Avenida NW y la 79.ª Calle NW. El aparcamiento es gratuito.
Horario: De lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a 17:30. Cerrado los sábados y domingos. Con cita previa — Llama antes de venir. Horario completo e indicaciones para llegar.
Condados en los que prestamos servicio: Miami-Dade y Broward.
Teléfono: (786) 396-3144
At a glance
| What we provide | Referral to accredited immigration providers, plus benefits screening, food, and health access for your household |
|---|---|
| What we do not provide | Immigration legal advice, form preparation, or representation. We are not a law firm. |
| Coste | Free. We never charge for anything. |
| Situación migratoria | Not required. We serve every family. |
| Children's Medicaid | Citizen children qualify whatever their parents' status. Some non-citizen children may qualify. We will check. |
| Condados en los que prestamos servicio | Miami-Dade y Broward |
| Appointments | Required. Call (786) 396-3144. |
| Última revisión | Agosto de 2026 |
Preguntas frecuentes
¿Dónde puedo obtener servicios de inmigración gratuitos en Miami?
En Miami-Dade se ofrece asistencia jurídica gratuita y a bajo coste en materia de inmigración a través de Catholic Legal Services, de la Arquidiócesis de Miami, en el 305-373-1073; la Oficina de Nuevos Estadounidenses de Miami-Dade, en el 305-636-1010; la línea de atención de la Florida Immigrant Coalition, en el 1-888-600-5762, y CASA Miami. «A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources» no es un bufete de abogados y no presta servicios jurídicos en materia de inmigración, pero su personal le ayudará a ponerse en contacto con la organización adecuada y asistirá a su familia con alimentos, cobertura sanitaria y otros programas mientras su caso se tramita en otro lugar.
¿Quién puede ayudarme a rellenar los formularios de inmigración?
En Florida, solo los abogados colegiados y los representantes acreditados por el Departamento de Justicia de EE. UU. pueden ayudarte a cumplimentar los formularios de inmigración o asesorarte sobre tu caso. Los notarios, los servicios de traducción y los consultores no pueden hacerlo legalmente, independientemente de lo que anuncien. Póngase en contacto con Catholic Legal Services en el 305-373-1073 o con la Oficina de Nuevos Estadounidenses de Miami-Dade en el 305-636-1010 para recibir ayuda de un proveedor acreditado.
¿Dónde puedo recibir asesoramiento gratuito sobre inmigración?
En Miami-Dade se ofrece asesoramiento jurídico gratuito en materia de inmigración a través de Catholic Legal Services, el Instituto de Derechos Humanos de la Universidad de Saint Thomas (teléfono: 305-441-5240) y la Clínica de Inmigración de la Facultad de Derecho de la Universidad de Miami. La Coalición de Inmigrantes de Florida también cuenta con una línea de atención gratuita en el número 1-888-600-5762. «A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources» no puede ofrecer asesoramiento en materia de inmigración y siempre le remitirá a alguna de estas entidades.
¿Pueden mis hijos acogerse a Medicaid si no tenemos estatus migratorio?
Sí. Los niños que son ciudadanos estadounidenses tienen derecho a Medicaid, independientemente de la situación de sus padres. Algunos niños no ciudadanos que residen legalmente en el país también pueden tener derecho. La elegibilidad depende de la situación concreta del niño. Muchos padres nunca presentan la solicitud porque dan por hecho que toda la familia no cumple los requisitos. La organización 'A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources» puede evaluar gratuitamente la situación de su hogar y presentar la solicitud para los miembros que cumplan los requisitos.
Is it safe to ask for help if I do not have papers?
A New Life in Christ Ministries and Resources serves families regardless of immigration status, and does not ask about the status of anyone who is not applying for a benefit. Staff will tell you plainly what any application does and does not involve before you decide anything. If you have concerns about how applying might affect your family, speak with an accredited immigration provider first.
How do I avoid immigration fraud in Miami?
Never pay a notary or consultant to prepare immigration forms. In Florida only licensed attorneys and DOJ-accredited representatives may do that work. Verify an attorney with The Florida Bar at 866-352-0707. Ask for the person's accreditation in writing. Never hand over original documents. Report unauthorised practice of law or notario fraud to Miami-Dade Consumer Protection at consumer@miamidade.gov or 786-469-2333.