| Grounded in the belief that families
express faith and charity through their love and
service to one another, the Community-Based Services Division
of Catholic
Social Services is committed to preserving
and nurturing family life through preventative, rehabilitative
and support services. Families contribute to the
strength of our parishes and neighborhoods. Family
Services seeks to partner with faith-based and service
organizations to enhance the quality of life for
families. We are equally committed to those individuals
who are vulnerable and isolated from their families.
Who is eligible for Services?
Anyone in need can contact a Family
Service Center to receive an initial, comprehensive
interview with a professional social worker to discuss
needs, possible solutions and a plan of action. Home
visits can be arranged as needed.
Frequent requests
Elder
Care provides services including
activities, groups and support centers through Senior
Community and local Family Service Centers.
In-home
counseling and case management services are also
provided. Families often seek assistance in securing
nursing home placements and in-home services.
Pregnancy
and Parenting programs assist
by providing free, confidential pregnancy tests,
access to prenatal care, support services during
a crisis pregnancy, and follow-up services for infants
and parents. A variety of parenting programs is
offered which includes in-home parenting instruction.
Counseling is provided to individuals,
couples and families. Licensed professionals provide
therapy in a warm and caring environment. Individuals
and families approach Catholic Social Services at
times of loss, confusion and instability created
by emotional or financial stress. No one is denied
counseling services since fees are adjusted according
to need and income.
Emergency assistance includes providing
information and referrals to community resources
and assessment for financial and material
assistance.
Accredited representatives and lawyers
specializing in immigration
and naturalization provide immigration services.
Social workers also provide assistance
to families caring for dependent mentally retarded
adults and children, families struggling with unemployment
and financial hardship and families seeking support
groups and other educational programs.
Community and Parish Outreach are
priorities for us. Family Service Centers welcome
invitations from parishes
and community groups to partner in
expanding programs and services offered in the community.
Neighborhood projects, development of safe environments
for children to learn and play and the development
of friendly visiting programs are some of the special
outreach projects Catholic Social Services has sponsored
or participated in planning and developing.
Family Service Centers offer a range
of prevention programs for children. Catholic Social
Services partners with city, county, and state government
to provide quality before and after school programs,
Family Fun Nights, youth leadership groups, conflict
resolution classes for schools, and other programs
in accessible locations.
“Thank you for all you
have done for me and my family. You were always
there for me
when my husband was sick. Not just to help with bills
and things but if I needed to talk. Thanks again.”
-customer satisfaction
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