Refugee Mental Health Navigation
Guiding newly arrived refugees through Alberta's mental health system in their language.
Based on research showing that refugees face a 'daunting' navigation challenge when trying to access mental health services, Swyft Cares provides a dedicated mental health navigator who meets newly arrived refugees, assesses their needs, and accompanies them through the system.
Who It Is For
Government-Assisted Refugees (GARs), Privately Sponsored Refugees (PSRs), refugee claimants, and Convention Refugees.
Topics Addressed
Format
Walk-in or referral from any settlement agency. No documentation required.
Languages
Amharic, Somali, Arabic, French, Tigrinya, English + community interpreter network
Location
Calgary, Alberta walk-in + virtual for Edmonton and rural Alberta
How to Access
Walk-in during office hours or referral from any settlement agency.
Partners
We connect refugees to appropriate services — AHS, CMHA Alberta, Crisis Services, and Swyft Cares programs — in their language.