"In partnership with Samaritas’ Refugee Youth Services, Michigan Refugee Hope has helped fill a new and major gap for youth who reach the age of 18 before the federal government has completed their visa process and granted them legal status. If a youth turns 18 before receiving this process has been completed, they lose their eligibility for many services provided by the government through foster care programs like Samaritas: healthcare, housing, financial support, case management guidance, and other necessities. Michigan Refugee Hope fills in these gaps of services by providing a safe place for them to live and, through volunteers and our welcoming community, the support these young refugees need to build a safe life and promising future in Michigan."