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Happy to be home
An 18-month nightmare, one that seemed much longer at times, was over. No longer would he be confined to living in only the den and kitchen of his home that was ravaged by Hurricane Ida.
After two months of living in front of his house in a customized POD with a temporary wall, window and air conditioner, Hawkins was finally able to stretch out in his den and wake up in his own bed. Click here to read more
CCDBR food bank to help serve needy in rural areas
A pilot food pantry program launched by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge will provide food to underserved residents in the rural areas of the diocese as well as offering the same service in the Baton Rouge area. Click here to read more.
What’s next? A flood overwhelms a woman’s home in Bayou Pigeon
The stench of wet wood and mold, cooked under the Louisiana sun, smothers you as you walk into Janet Derrick’s house. The floors remain wet a few days after a dam broke in Iberville Parish. The flooring gives way under each step. After delivering a meal, we asked Janet: “What else do you need?”
Meet Mr. Louis Gibson, Joseph Homes Graduate!
Joseph Homes is the first step to rebuilding the lives of homeless men recently released from prison. Joseph Homes provides short-term housing in a private, clean, efficiency apartment, food, clothing, and referrals for healthcare, mental health counseling, as well as support group meeting for ex-offenders. (more…)
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Happy to be home
An 18-month nightmare, one that seemed much longer at times, was over. No longer would he be confined to living in only the den and kitchen of his home that was ravaged by Hurricane Ida.
After two months of living in front of his house in a customized POD with a temporary wall, window and air conditioner, Hawkins was finally able to stretch out in his den and wake up in his own bed. Click here to read more
CCDBR food bank to help serve needy in rural areas
A pilot food pantry program launched by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge will provide food to underserved residents in the rural areas of the diocese as well as offering the same service in the Baton Rouge area. Click here to read more.
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What’s next? A flood overwhelms a woman’s home in Bayou Pigeon
The stench of wet wood and mold, cooked under the Louisiana sun, smothers you as you walk into Janet Derrick’s house. The floors remain wet a few days after a dam broke in Iberville Parish. The flooring gives way under each step. After delivering a meal, we asked Janet: “What else do you need?”
Meet Mr. Louis Gibson, Joseph Homes Graduate!
Joseph Homes is the first step to rebuilding the lives of homeless men recently released from prison. Joseph Homes provides short-term housing in a private, clean, efficiency apartment, food, clothing, and referrals for healthcare, mental health counseling, as well as support group meeting for ex-offenders. (more…)
Catholic Charities On Facebook
The Faith Fund staff and board members recently celebrated a milestone of providing $1 million in helping underserved communities escape payday lending traps and boost their financial health. The Faith Fund was started with an Economic Development Grant from CCHD. For more information, visit faithfund.org. #financialliteracy #CCDBR #faithfund
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We celebrated the grand re-opening of our break room! Team members have access to new vending machines and a more welcoming space to take a breather during the work day. ![]()
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A few CCDBR staff members are visiting Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma to check out their food program. We can’t wait to hear all the knowledge and ideas Erin, Crystal and David bring back to expand the Faith-Full Mobile Food Pantry!![]()
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#foodinsecurity #CCDBR #CatholicCharities #providinghelpcreatinghope
