Counseling Center for Iranians and Afghans living in Berlin
Provided by: Counseling Center for Iranians and Afghans living in Berlin
Overview
The counseling center of the Association of Iranian Refugees e.V. helps with coping with everyday problems, offers procedural counseling for refugees, social counseling, and courses.
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📘 Guide: General Independent Social Counseling (Clearing House)
The General Social Counseling (ASB) acts as a primary 'Clearing House' and first contact point in the support system. It offers a holistic analysis of complex problems (subsistence, housing, health, family) and sorts responsibilities between legal areas (SGB II, XII, AsylbLG). Counselors create a structured help plan and guide clients to specialized services to avoid revolving door effects.
Important Note
Bring unopened mail immediately – sorting by deadlines is the first step to relief.
Required Documents
- All letters and notices (even unopened!)
Steps
- 1Use this service as a pilot when responsibilities are unclear.
- 2Have your mail sorted and deadlines prioritized.
FAQ
▶What does "Initial Orientation for Migrants" mean?
First point of contact for questions about life in Germany when it is unclear which specialized agency is responsible. This counseling acts as a pilot in the support system and refers to lawyers or specialized services. Counseling Tip 1: Use this service to have letters from authorities sorted and understood before deadlines pass. Counseling Tip 2: Always bring all existing papers such as passport, notifications, and rental contract so that the counselors can correctly assess your legal situation.