When St. Pius X church encountered a parishioner who needed more than a temporary fix to address underlying issues, they reached out to Doug Karicker from CCANO’s Parish Community Ministries (PCM) to assist “Rhonda.” As a mother of six children … Continue reading
Since opening its doors in February, Bethlehem Housing has served thirty families, including Ms. Jalessa who was referred by a church parish in Alexandria to Archbishop Aymond. Jalessa has been trying to balance the responsibilities of parenting seven children, but … Continue reading
The recent Head Start graduations were meaningful not just for the students advancing to kindergarten but also for CCANO’s Foster Grandparents. Among the supportive families, a group of Foster Grandparents including Wilma McCaskill cheered with pride as the students walked … Continue reading
On Saturday June 15th Catholic Charities held our annual World Refugee Day Celebration. It was an afternoon filled with international cuisine, music, dancing and family-fun. Over 100 clients, staff members, volunteers, allies, and advocates came together in community to celebrate … Continue reading
At last month’s St. John the Baptist Head Start transition event, fifty eager young learners fidgeted with their caps and gowns as they listened to the wise words of their commencement speaker Elise Barnes, a Head Start graduate about to … Continue reading
At CCANO Project SAVE (Stopping Abuse through Victim Empowerment), staff members like Program Director, Allyson Tuttle, triage a variety of urgent symptoms for their clients, many of whom have never shared their stories of abuse before with anyone. “We are … Continue reading
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