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LIFE-SKILLS ENGLISH FOR NEWCOMERS: CHILD CARE EMERGENCY 1
VOCABULARY BUILDER:
Nausea = A feeling like you want to vomit/throw up
To run a fever = To have a fever
Cast = A solid object around a broken bone, which helps heal the bone
Hereditary = Running in the family; something that you might get from your mother, father, etc.
To faint = To lose consciousness; to pass out
EXERCISE/VOCABULARY PRACTICE TEST:
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THINGS TO LISTEN FOR:
Is he/she responsive? = Is he/she conscious? Is he/she awake and aware?
We'll have to run some tests. = We have to do some tests.
We'll have to give him a painkiller. = We have to give him something to relieve the pain.
Is he/she allergic to any medications? = Does he/she have a bad physical reaction after taking a certain kind of medication?
RESOURCES FOR NEWCOMERS: PERTH, AUSTRALIA
(Check our other exercises below for resources in other places.)
Here's a comprehensive guide to immigrant and refugee support services in Perth, Western Australia - including settlement help, community support, legal referrals, English classes, health services, and more:
GOVERNMENT AND OFFICIAL SUPPORT
• Office of Multicultural Interests - Western Australian government office that promotes multiculturalism and provides information and support for culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) communities.
• Western Australian Settlement Services (WA Migration Services)- Offersfree walk-in settlement support, referrals and information to help migrants and skilled visa holders settle, including employment, education, and health.
LOCAL NONPROFIT & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
• Multicultural Services Centre of Western Australia Inc- Long-standing multicultural service provider offering community support, housing referrals, social services and counselling for refugees and migrants.
• MercyCare Community Services - Mirrabooka - Settlement support including casework, settlement guidance, and help connecting to services. MercyCare's Step by Step migrant settlement service supports eligible newly arrived humanitarian entrants.
• West Australian Catholic Migrant and Refugee Office- Church-based support offering community mentoring programs (e.g.,Neighbours 4 Newcomers), advocacy, and integration support.
• Centre for Asylum Seekers Refugees and Detainees- Provides welfare, advocacy, and support for asylum seekers, refugees and detainees in Perth.
SPECIALIST COMMUNITY SUPPORT
• ASeTTS - Association for Services to Torture and Trauma Survivors - Trauma-informed support services for refugees and survivors of torture and trauma, including counselling and advocacy.
• Edmund Rice Centre WA - Offers multicultural and community engagement programs to assist migrants and refugees with settlement challenges.
LANGUAGE, EMPLOYMENT, AND COMMUNITY INTEGRATION
• Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) - Free English language classes funded by the Australian Government to help eligible migrants and humanitarian entrants build essential language skills for daily life, work and community.
• Jobs and Skills Centres - Multicultural Services- Specialist support for jobseekers from CaLD backgrounds to access employment, training and career advice.
• Local libraries and community centres often host conversation groups and social meetupswhich help with English practice and community networking (e.g., Perth CBD library events and Meetup groups).
LEGAL & RIGHTS-FOCUSED SUPPORT
• Multicultural Legal Centre - Provides culturally sensitive access to justice and legal advice (e.g., for visa, discrimination, family law - check directly for eligibility).
• Circle Green Community Legal - Humanitarian Services - Offers legal support for people from CaLD backgrounds, including refugees and asylum seekers.
• Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) - Free interpreter service for migrants needing translation during appointments with Australian government services.
HEALTH & WELL-BEING SERVICES
• Humanitarian Entrant Health Service (HEHS) - Free comprehensive health assessments and basic care for refugees and humanitarian entrants soon after arrival in Western Australia.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT & COMMUNITY SERVICES
• Social groups & playgroups: Local neighbourhood social groups, playgroups, and "Buy Nothing" community groups can be great ways to make connections and find informal support (often found via libraries, community noticeboards or Facebook groups).
• Local council multicultural services: Many councils (e.g., City of Cockburn, City of Stirling) offer information, events and referral support for culturally diverse residents.
TIPS FOR USING THESE SERVICES IN PERTH
1. Start with settlement services. WA Migration Services and MercyCare's settlement staff can help you navigate government systems (Medicare, Centrelink, housing, school enrolment) and connect you to local support.
2. Enrol in English classes early. The AMEP is free for eligible visa holders and includes flexible class times and sometimes childcare support.
3. Seek community support. Organisations like the Multicultural Services Centre, Edmund Rice Centre, and WACMRO are ideal for social connection and building local networks.
4. Legal help is available. For assistance with legal issues, contact the Multicultural Legal Centre or Circle Green
