Failed second interview for US Citizenship.

[NigeriaorBust 4,087]

13 minutes ago, ManCharsey said:

How long has she been an LPR? If more than 10 years (or over 40 qualifying quarters), I don't see why she can't have government assistance without you or her sponsor being in the hole for it.

 

Insurance isn't dependent on citizenship status. Anyone can purchase insurance. She can get insurance with her LPR status.

40 qualifying quarters requires employment at a certain level to be granted a quarters credit.  Many people can live here decades and never earn 40 quarters of credits.

[Pearlz555 7]

5 minutes ago, MyJourney said:

English Language Exemptions

You Are Exempt From The English Language Requirement, But Are Still Required To Take The Civics Test If You Are:

• Age 50 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident (green card holder) in the United States for 20 years   (commonly referred to as the “50/20” exception).
  OR
• Age 55 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident in the United States for 15 years (commonly referred to as the “55/15” exception).

Medical Disability Exceptions to English and Civics

You may be eligible for an exception to the English and civics naturalization requirements if you are unable to comply with these requirements because of a physical or developmental disability or a mental impairment.

To request this exception, submit Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions. This form must be completed by a licensed medical or osteopathic doctor, or licensed clinical psychologist.

For more information, see the USCIS Policy Manual Citizenship and Naturalization Guidance.

Thank you, we definitely will try this. 

[ManCharsey 254]

8 minutes ago, NigeriaorBust said:

40 qualifying quarters requires employment at a certain level to be granted a quarters credit.  Many people can live here decades and never earn 40 quarters of credits.

That makes sense. Seems like the easiest route for the OPs mum would be citizenship.

 

[Hopeful2004 70]

14 minutes ago, MyJourney said:

English Language Exemptions

You Are Exempt From The English Language Requirement, But Are Still Required To Take The Civics Test If You Are:

• Age 50 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident (green card holder) in the United States for 20 years   (commonly referred to as the “50/20” exception).
  OR
• Age 55 or older at the time of filing for naturalization and have lived as a permanent resident in the United States for 15 years (commonly referred to as the “55/15” exception).

Medical Disability Exceptions to English and Civics

You may be eligible for an exception to the English and civics naturalization requirements if you are unable to comply with these requirements because of a physical or developmental disability or a mental impairment.

To request this exception, submit Form N-648, Medical Certification for Disability Exceptions. This form must be completed by a licensed medical or osteopathic doctor, or licensed clinical psychologist.

For more information, see the USCIS Policy Manual Citizenship and Naturalization Guidance.

I was going to suggest asking for a waiver. Best of luck. People kill me when they ask others why they desperately want to be USC? Are you guys watching the news lately? Best of luck to your mom.

[Pearlz555 7]

12 minutes ago, Hopeful2004 said:

I was going to suggest asking for a waiver. Best of luck. People kill me when they ask others why they desperately want to be USC? Are you guys watching the news lately? Best of luck to your mom.

Thank you,  we need it...

[Pearlz555 7]

32 minutes ago, Coco8 said:

Try to get some free classes for her. There are usually free English conversation classes. Some libraries have free reading groups. Or she could volunteer somewhere. Anything she could do in which she would have to speak English would help her. 

Thank you, I will look into it.

[FOSSLGRL 63]

I find it odd that she isn't eligible. I am not a citizen, don't even have my GC yet but I was approved for government assisted health care... and that's with my husband as my sponsor.

 

Can you purchase a family plan and list her as a dependent?

Edited June 26, 2017 by FOSSLGRL

[MzJan 18]

3 hours ago, Pearlz555 said:

 Trying to find any info on our situation....My mom didn't pass second interview for US citizenship and the reason is English (she didn't pass first interview for the same reason). What can be our next step? She is 68 years old, been in US for 13 years as a Permanent Resident. About 15 years ago she had multiple surgeries back in Ukraine. During one of them she had clinical death and lost a lot of memories. Since then she has difficulties to remember a lot of information. She tried to study very hard, she was studying everything day and night for the last 6 month. She passed the history, reading and writing tests, but failed English. What can we do next? 

Invest in English classes. This will be a good way for her to learn. And seeing that having her citizenship is so important then taking the classes need to be a priority. Also inform all family members to only communicate in english. You can start by labelling items in and around the home in english. Get flash cards. She needs a full emersion for her to become good at it. Hope this helps.

[Tolly 1]

Due to the circumstances, you highlighted, I will suggest you read to her. I mean the sample questions. This will give her ability to retain the new learned information

[Pearlz555 7]

23 minutes ago, FOSSLGRL said:

I find it odd that she isn't eligible. I am not a citizen, don't even have my GC yet but I was approved for government assisted health care... and that's with my husband as my sponsor.

 

Can you purchase a family plan and list her as a dependent?

My insurance at work allow me to add only children or spouse to my family plan. To purchase cheapest insurance for her $800 a month in South Carolina.

[FOSSLGRL 63]

2 minutes ago, Pearlz555 said:

My insurance at work allow me to add only children or spouse to my family plan. To purchase cheapest insurance for her $800 a month in South Carolina.

 

Ouch. Criminal that they would charge anybody that much!

 

Sorry you are in that position. I hope it all works out for you guys.

[MyJourney 276]

Insurance topic is redundant here. It is your mother's choice whether or not to become a USC regardless. You can either wait two years to apply under 55/15 rule or fill out the medical exemption form and apply asap depending on how soon you want it.
Good luck - udachi.

[Pearlz555 7]

3 minutes ago, MyJourney said:

Insurance topic is redundant here. It is your mother's choice whether or not to become a USC regardless. You can either wait two years to apply under 55/15 rule or fill out the medical exemption form and apply asap depending on how soon you want it.
Good luck - udachi.

Thank you. I think we will start with medical exemption. In our case time is valuable.

[charmander 692]

If I were you I'd also consult with an immigration attorney. These exemptions are there but not sure how many VJers have successfully gone through using these exemptions. I'm sorry to hear what your mom went through during her surgeries but there might be some critical parts about the N648 for the physicians to fill in.

 

I used the advanced search function for N648. Bunch of old postings come up such as the one below. I know the lawyer fees are high but given that your mom was already denied with her first application, it may be time to bring in some professional help. Best of luck!!

 

[Pearlz555 7]

11 minutes ago, charmander said:

If I were you I'd also consult with an immigration attorney. These exemptions are there but not sure how many VJers have successfully gone through using these exemptions. I'm sorry to hear what your mom went through during her surgeries but there might be some critical parts about the N648 for the physicians to fill in.

 

I used the advanced search function for N648. Bunch of old postings come up such as the one below. I know the lawyer fees are high but given that your mom was already denied with her first application, it may be time to bring in some professional help. Best of luck!!

 

Thank you. WOW, I read this post about mother-in-law and can't believe something like this can happen.