"The pandemic hit the immigrant community the hardest, in terms of not having access to the right information."

The Pastor describes the need for reaching immigrant communities with accurate information via channels they know and trust, and how he used that method to ensure ongoing communication with his community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What resources are there for the Haitian community in Boston?

What resources are there for the Haitian community in Boston?

Immigrant Family Services and Institute: Services, programs and advocacy for the Haitian immigrant community servicing primarily residents of Mattapan, MA. Providing support with legal aid, healthcare, housing, and health insurance. 

True Alliance Center: True Alliance Center is a nonprofit, Haitian-led organization that advocates for the Haitian community in Boston. They are dedicated to helping this population to transition into the United States by providing social services, educational resources, healthcare, and advocacy.

Equity Now and Beyond: A community-based organization that primarily works with immigrant and refugee populations in Boston (African, Brazilian, and Haitian). This partner provides social services and health resources to enhance economic and educational factors relating to civic engagement and equitable living. 

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Do I have Long COVID?

Do I have Long COVID?

If you’ve had COVID symptoms - like cough, body aches, fatigue, or “brain fog” - for more than four weeks, you might have Long COVID. With Long COVID, you may feel tired an experience body aches, you might forget things, and you may feel weak or quickly tire.  

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Where can I get vaccinated and boosted?

Where can I get vaccinated and boosted?

As the pandemic has been officially declared over and the restrictions lifted, it is important to remain up-to-date with COVID boosters for you and your family.  These are especially important for those who are at greatest risk of becoming seriously ill with COVID variants -- children, those over 65 and anyone who is moderately or severely immunocompromised.

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How can I get support as someone newly arrived to the United States?

How can I get support as someone newly arrived to the United States?

Resources exist to help with healthcare and other facets of being a new arrival to the US.   Information on accessing health care coverage, legal and educational support can be found using the links below.

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Pastor Keke

Dieufort Jean Fleurissant (Pastor Keke) is a Mission-oriented Pastor successful in developing robust
youth ministry programs and serving as positive role model. Highly accomplished in helping immigrants and underserved communities strengthen personal relationships with God and while providing advocacy and growth opportunities. Talent in program administration, operations management, and spiritual leadership.

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The Massachusetts Community Engagement Alliance (MA-CEAL), led by Boston Medical Center, is part of a nationwide initiative funded by the National Institutes of Health. MA-CEAL’s mission is to provide trustworthy information on COVID-19 through active community engagement and outreach to the people hardest-hit by the pandemic. Our goal is to build long-lasting partnerships and improve diversity and inclusion in our research response to COVID-19 and beyond.
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