ABSTRACT
According to the U.S. Census, there are over 11 million individuals living in the U.S. as undocumented immigrants. These individuals face multiple structural and social challenges when attempting to access benefits of various social services. One area of concern is how undocumented immigrants negotiate access to health care services. In this study, we examine qualitative data collected from 16 in-depth interviews with undocumented immigrants around Miami, Florida. We argue that undocumented immigrants consciously construct their subaltern status while also creating and sharing narratives on fear, survival, and community as these relate to negotiating health and well-being.
