Since May 1, almost 17,000 individuals have received emergency assistance through Catholic Charities.  By the numbers, through July 9, 2010:

• 16,703 people (6,288 families) have received emergency assistance from Catholic Charities;
• $370,600 in food vouchers have been distributed to affected families, $75,030 in emergency food boxes from Second Harvest Food Bank have been distributed at the relief centers, in addition to regular distributions through the SHFB partner pantries in the area;
• 393 cans of baby formula and 1,051 packages of diapers have been distributed;
• Total food assistance: $445,630
• 3,524 people have received individual counseling and 60 have taken part in group counseling with Catholic Charities crisis counselors;
• $147,107 in direct assistance and baby supplies has been distributed to families;

If you or someone you know needs help, please call the Catholic Charities toll-free Care Line at 866-891-2210.

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