Free Library of Philadelphia · New Americans
English learning and citizenship resources for people settling in Philadelphia.
libwww.freelibrary.org
Community
Resources for families
Starting points for families in Philadelphia and Bucks County: learning English, school, libraries, recreation and help with daily needs.
These services are run by other organizations. TCSA does not operate or guarantee them, and details can change, so please check each official website. We cannot give legal, medical or financial advice.
Learning English
Bucks County Community College · ESL
Non-credit English as a second language classes at several levels, on campus or online.
bucks.edu
Libraries
Bucks County Free Library
Library cards, children’s resources, events and an e-library for Bucks County residents.
buckslib.org
School and children
The School District of Philadelphia
Enrollment and registration for new students, with information for multilingual families.
philasd.org
In Bucks County, school enrollment is handled by your local school district. Search for your district’s website and look for “enrollment” or “registration”.
Recreation and youth
Philadelphia Parks & Recreation
Neighborhood recreation centers, parks, playgrounds, pools and programs for children and families.
phila.gov
Help with daily needs
PA 211
Free, confidential help finding food, housing, utilities and other services. Call 211, or text your zip code to 898-211. Help is available in many languages.
pa211.org
City of Philadelphia · Office of Immigrant Affairs
Information about city services in your own language, and a finder for legal and other help for immigrant and refugee residents.
phila.gov
In an emergency
For police, fire or medical emergencies, call 911. If you or someone you know is in emotional crisis, call or text 988.
Can’t find what you need?
Write to us in English, Dari or Uzbek and we will try to point you in the right direction.