As the newcomers become more settled and independent, your contact with them decreases. However, there will still be problems.
Many newcomers are reluctant to ask for help, so be available and be alert.
Although you will provide money for the basics, and help them shop, it can be hard for the family to keep accepting things from strangers. You might be able to help them with some of these difficulties by having a housewarming party for them. You can explain this Canadian custom, have an opportunity for members of the congregation to meet the family in casual circumstances, and provide the family with some extra household items that wouldn't normally be included in their purchases. Shopping Explain about bulk buying for food. This is a strange concept to many people accustomed to shopping daily for small quantities of food.