After Cynthia became addicted to heroine, she lost her home, her marriage fell apart and she missed family milestones. It wasn’t until her addiction nearly cost her her life that she decided she had to make a change for the better. She turned to Voyage House to get clean, mend her relationships and get her life back on track. Continue reading
Published in our 2017 Annual Report. Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans’ Parish and Community Ministries program provides resources, assistance and development to parishes in the Archdiocese of New Orleans to better care for people in need in their communities. … Continue reading
The Happy Santas come together each year, dressed in full Santa costumes and armed with sacks of gifts for Padua Community Services residents and clients. Each receives a bag full of gifts customized to their special needs. The Santas also bring tokens of thanks for the staff who provide loving care and help make Padua a special place. Continue reading
Published in our 2017 Annual Report. On February 7, 2017, an EF-3 tornado devastated New Orleans East. Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) was on the ground later that same day offering counseling, helping to distribute food in collaboration … Continue reading
Published in our 2017 Annual Report. On March 11, 2016, historic floods devastated the North Shore and surrounding areas. Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans (CCANO) case managers were on the ground offering crisis counseling, food, water and cleaning supplies … Continue reading
Nelson always felt like he was meant to be in the United States. However, his journey to reunite with his mother was not what he imagined. Fearful for his life and the safety of his grandmother and family, Nelson was forced to make a difficult decision – to stay and endure the horrors of Honduras or attempt to escape. His decision to escape took courage and faith. Continue reading
In 1980, Kaven Donald, then 28, was sentenced to 198 years at the Louisiana State Penitentiary for heroin charges. After serving 32 years of his sentence, he was released on parole in 2012 at the age of 60. Luckily, he was connected with Catholic Charities’ Cornerstone Builders, who helped him secure documents, housing, work and more. Continue reading
Published in our 2016 Annual Report. It takes an open heart and spirit to welcome a child in need of a nurturing home. For New Orleans’ legendary Romig family, embracing and caring for foster children was part of the family … Continue reading
Published in our 2016 Annual Report. Health Guardians is an intensive and integrated care model that strives to remove and address any and all barriers (social, economic and health-related) to receiving effective health care. It is an integrated system of … Continue reading
Published in our 2017 Annual Report. On August 15, 2016, Catholic Charities Archdiocese of New Orleans opened a new Early Head Start program at Covenant House. While the program is open to all families who qualify, the Covenant House partnership … Continue reading