Public charge is a term used in immigration law to refer to a person who is dependent on the government for support. When a person wants to enter the US or change their status to become a lawful citizen, they have to pass the public charge test or get a public charge waiver. A publicContinue reading “Public Charge and You”
Tag Archives: Civic Engagement
Your Block, Your Neighborhood
Being active in your neighborhood is called community engagement. In community engagement, there is a wide range of groups from block parties on up to big charitable organizations and government. For this piece, engagement is cooperating with our neighbors, city, or area to make things better. Your block is a great place to start beingContinue reading “Your Block, Your Neighborhood”
Let’s go, let’s give, let’s volunteer
Volunteering connects you to people in your community. It can be good for the mind and body. It gives a sense of fun and fulfillment. It can also help your job skills and career. You get the benefit of all those things and more while helping your community prosper. When you volunteer you’ll be aroundContinue reading “Let’s go, let’s give, let’s volunteer”
Nice Yard, Nice Block
An important part of the community is living in and around other people. Keeping your home and neighborhood tidy helps people feel a sense of comfort. It starts with you leading by example. People will notice, and it might make them change too. None of the examples in this article cost a lot of money,Continue reading “Nice Yard, Nice Block”