Bilingual International Assistant Services
Eileen Cheong is an experienced Art Therapist who specializes in providing burnout relief to professionals in social activism and caregiving fields. Eileen has worked in various roles such as Case Therapist, Clinical Therapist, Yoga Instructor, Therapeutic Mentoring Counselor, and Art Facilitator, engaging with diverse communities and providing mental health services. With a Master of Arts in Art Therapy Counseling and certifications in yoga and community arts, Eileen is dedicated to using art as a tool for healing and empowerment.
Bilingual International Assistant Services
Bilingual International Assistant Services is a not-for-profit 501 (C) (3) organization established in May, 2002 by stateless refugee women. Bilingual International was founded as a response to the unmet needs of foreign-born seniors who had limited ability in the English language, were unable to navigate the intricate system of care, and often voiced fear over their future and livelihood. In 2005, the agency began serving US-born older adults, who, despite knowledge of English, lacked knowledge of the system of care and resources. Poverty stricken, isolated seniors who were also home bound and frail sought our services to help them improve their living situations, overcome anxieties, and increase their ability to maintain community living. In 2016, Bilingual International welcomed two long-time partner agencies: the Center for Survivors of Torture and War Trauma and the Places for People Faith Team. These recent additions have enhanced the agency’s service portfolio – especially to refugees and survivors of state-sanctioned torture. Free of negative bias, we advocate for and encourage legislation that promotes statewide accessible, appropriate health and social services for under-served individuals and populations. Through our services and proven track record, we not only live our mission – we go beyond expectations to help our elderly and foreign-born communities.