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• Life is hard. Can you help me from the city?

  There is a comprehensive health and welfare consultation center called "Circle" where people who are having trouble in their daily lives can seek advice.
  If you make a reservation in advance for an in-person consultation, you will be guided smoothly.
  "Circle: General Health and Welfare Consultation Center" 047-495-7111
  Circle Brochure
  https://www.funabashi-multilingual.info/351c5a2ffaf14f3defbe193a85baf0aa494d13f4.pdf
  Reference articles on measures to support those living in poverty
  https://www.city.funabashi.lg.jp/kenkou/fukushi/012/index.html
  If you do not understand Japanese or would like to speak in your own language, please Telephone the Funabashi Multilingual Information Center .
  We will connect you to Circle and help you book a consultation.
  Telephone: 050-3101-3495
• Is there a hospital in Funabashi that can speak foreign languages?

  ●You can search on the Medical information net (NABII).
  https://www.iryou.teikyouseido.mhlw.go.jp/znk-web/juminkanja/S2300/initialize
  Please search under "Find a medical institution", "Search thoroughly", and then "Search by available foreign language".
  
  ●AMDA International Medical Information Center
  The AMDA International Medical Information Center introduces medical institutions and medical welfare systems in multiple languages.
  See AMDA International Medical Information Center website for details
  https://www.amdamedicalcenter.com/
• I don't understand Japanese well, so I'm worried about going to the hospital.

  ●Chiba General Consultation Service for Foreign Residents (Chiba International Convention Bureau, Chiba International Exchange Center) (JR Kaihin Makuhari Station)
  You can request medical interpretation over the Telephone, such as when communicating with doctors and nurses at a hospital. (Because it may not be possible, please check in advance.)
  URL: https://www.mcic.or.jp/support_for_foreigners/telephone_consultation/
  (Telephone number) 043-297-2966
  
  You can also download medical questionnaires and explanations of examination items translated into various languages ​​from the following site. please refer.
  
  ●Multilingual Medical Questionnaire
  http://www.kifjp.org/medical/
  You can search by subject or language.
  
  ● NPO AMDA International Medical Information Center
  https://www.amdamedicalcenter.com/questionnaire
  There are also translations for vaccinations, medical examinations, and tests.
• A friend comes to Funabashi to play. Do you have any recommended sightseeing spots?

  Funabashi City's "Funabashi Style" introduces the attractions of Funabashi, such as delicious food, fun shopping and sightseeing spots, and seasonal events.
  
  https://www.city.funabashi.lg.jp/funabashistyle/jp/index.html
• Is bicycle security registration required?

  After purchasing a bicycle, please register for crime prevention at a bicycle shop designated by the registration office.
  Even when riding a bicycle brought from your own country in Japan, please register for crime prevention.
  You can check the member stores that can be registered from the page of Chiba Prefecture Bicycle Light Vehicle Business Cooperative Association.
  https://chiba-bicycle.com/
  A bicycle (main unit), residence card, warranty card, receipt (sales certificate), and registration fee are required.
• I am being discriminated against at work, so I would like to consult about human rights.

  Foreign Language Human Rights Consultation Dial We have set up a dedicated consultation Telephone(navigation dial) to respond to human rights consultations from people who cannot speak Japanese freely. Human rights consultations are available by Telephone this number from anywhere in Japan.
  Telephone number: 0570-090911
  Weekdays (excluding year-end and New Year holidays) 9:00-17:00
  Languages: English, Chinese, Korean, Filipino, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Nepali, Spanish, Indonesian and Thai
  https://www.moj.go.jp/JINKEN/jinken21.html
• She often quarrels with her husband and suffers from violence. Where can I get help?

  ①There is a women's counseling room in Funabashi City.
  Consultation Telephone: 047-431-8745
  (1) Telephone consultation
  (Mon) - (Fri) 9:00 am - 4:00 pm (2) Interview consultation (Mon) - (Fri), 2nd (Sat) of every month. Since it is a reservation system, please make a reservation for the date and time in advance by Telephone for consultation.
  *If you do not understand Japanese or would like to speak in your own language, please consult with the Funabashi Multilingual Information Center(available in 12 languages). I will connect you to the women's consultation room and interpret.
  Telephone: 050-3101-3495
  ②Funabashi City women's way of life consultation (counseling)
  Counseling about women's problems at home, work, sexuality, etc. A female counselor provides consultation.
  Interview (50 minutes)
  Telephone(30 minutes) *If you would like a Telephone, please let us know at the time of booking.
  Reservation required
  Phone: 047-423-0757
  ③Chiba Prefecture Women's Support Center This center offers a wide range of counseling services to women facing problems such as spousal violence.
  (1) Telephone consultation
  24 hours a day, 365 days a year (consultation Telephone: 043-206-8002)
  (2) Interview consultation (reservation required) Weekdays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  
• Is there a consultation desk for men?

  Telephone consultation for Funabashi City men (we accept various troubles that men have)
  Counseling about men's family problems, work, sexuality, and other lifestyle issues
  Telephone number: 047-423-0199
  Consultation date and time: Every Monday (Tuesday the following day if Monday is a public holiday) 18:45-20:45
  *Reception until 20:15 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)
  https://www.city.funabashi.lg.jp/kurashi/danjyokyoudou/003/p004018.html
  If you do not understand Japanese or want to speak in your own language, please Telephone the Funabashi Multilingual Information Center . Telephone: 050-3101-3495
  ②Comprehensive consultation for men in Chiba Prefecture
  Consultation Telephone: 043-308-3421
  Consultation date and time: Every Tuesday and Wednesday 16:00-20:00
  https://www.pref.chiba.lg.jp/kyousei/soudan/dansei.html
  
  
• I want to help Ukrainian refugees. Do you have any volunteer opportunities?

  We support participation in Japanese language classes run by the Funabashi International Association so that people who have evacuated from Ukraine to Funabashi can quickly acquire the Japanese necessary for daily life. In addition, Funabashi City accepts donations using the hometown tax system for humanitarian assistance to Ukraine. The donations will be used to support those evacuated from Ukraine to Funabashi City, as well as to the Japanese Red Cross Society. (No gift will be sent in return for this donation.)
• I want to start volunteering, where can I find information?

  Information on NPOs, volunteers, citizen groups, and individuals active in Funabashi City is posted on the Funabashi Civic Power Discovery Site.
  For details, please check the URL below.
  https://funabashi-civilpowers.net/