We are one of the largest private social service providers in Connecticut, offering assistance throughout the 23 towns in the Bridgeport Diocese.
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New Covenant Center’s Summer Soiree 2024
Join us to kick off the summer season! Dress in your favorite summer cocktail attire and enjoy a fun evening on the waterfront including cocktail hour with lawn games, dinner, special program, call for generosity and more! Featuring guest speaker Larry Kudlow.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Advocacy, Support, and the Clarity of Spring Cleaning
Advocacy and support serve as the fundamental pillars of mental health, crucial for dismantling the stigma that often surrounds mental health issues. By actively advocating and providing robust support systems, we create an inclusive environment that encourages individuals to seek help without fear of judgment. This proactive approach not only empowers those affected but also educates the broader community, fostering a culture of understanding and compassion that is vital for effective mental health management.
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Our programs and services address both immediate needs and provide support and preparation for fostering independence and self-sufficiency.
Helping Since 1916
Catholic Charities serves Fairfield County with programs that feed the hungry and homebound, shelter the homeless, strengthen families, assist with physical and mental health, and deliver consultation and assistance to immigrants. We serve all people without regard to age, race, religion, or ability to pay.
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Spotlight on Service: Celebrating Volunteers with Broadway Stars at Westport Playhouse
Relive the magic of our ‘Voices for Volunteers’ event at the Westport Country Playhouse! We celebrated the selfless dedication of Catholic Charities volunteers across Fairfield County with performances by Broadway stars like John Treacy Egan and Cady Huffman.
Thomas Merton Center Celebrates Fifty Years of Serving the Community
Discover the inspiring journey of the Thomas Merton House of Hospitality, from its humble beginnings in 1974 to its evolution into the largest soup kitchen and pantry in Bridgeport. Learn how this beacon of hope has provided meals, support, and community to thousands, and explore its exciting future as it expands into the Thomas Merton Family Center, offering comprehensive services to those in need.
Rebuilding Lives: Empowering Futures through Housing Case Management
After facing several challenges including homelessness, Mr. McNeill was matched with the CCR program. CCR offers strengths-based case management and permanent housing for individuals with histories of chronic homelessness and incarceration. With the support of this program, Mr. McNeill found a lifeline in Catholic Charities.
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