Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia
The mission of Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia is to improve quality of life for all people in need by providing professional, compassionate services through intervention, prevention, education, and advocacy. For more information, see: http://www.cceva.org or http://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org.
29 August 2010 Catholic Charities of Eastern
Virginia News:
Two job openings
available at Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia (Southside)…..Both
are full time with benefits. In-Home Respite Care Coordinator needed to
manage a respite program for local seniors. College degree in social
work or human services preferred. Other position is for a Life Coach who
will be based in the Emergency Department of a hospital located in
Portsmouth, VA. and be responsible for connecting patients with chronic
illnesses to a primary care physician and to resources in the community.
Medical Assistant or LPN with hospital experience preferred. For more
information, please see web site
www.cceva.org. Resumes can be sent to Catholic Charities of
Eastern Virginia, 5361 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23462,
FAX 757-456-2367 or email hr@cceva.org.
EOE.
Calling all artists and crafters…There still is time to get out your paint brushes, glitter and fabric to decorate a cane for the “Raising Cane” Art Show to benefit guardianship clients of Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia. For a $25 entry fee, you get to use your talent to transform a plain wood cane to be put on public display at Pembroke Mall in Virginia Beach from September 17-19. Pick up your cane and register at Catholic Charities office at 5361 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach 23462. See website www.cceva.org for information and registration form.
When you seek counseling, you want results. If you
or someone you love is struggling with Addictions, Anger, Anxiety,
Behavioral Issues, Childhood Trauma, Depression, Domestic Violence,
Grief, Marriage Issues, Physical Abuse, Pornography, Post Traumatic
Stress, School Adjustment, Sexual Abuse, or
Substance Abuse, Catholic Charities’ trained professionals will focus on
improving your life. Additionally, our Residents and Interns can help
when money is an issue. The Life Counseling & Recovery Center of Eastern
Virginia, a service of Catholic Charities, is now accepting new clients
at 4855 Princess Anne
Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. Phone (757) 467-7707
Thank you sincerely for the tremendous outpouring of support for the retired nun in Virginia Beach who needed furniture for her apartment. She now is getting round-the-clock medical care at a local nursing home and needs only your prayers.
Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia is
pleased to announce that its mental health counseling office has a new
name: the Life Counseling and Recovery Center. The center will
remain at the same location at 4855 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach
( next to Ascension Church) and will continue to provide the same high
quality of counseling services that people have come to expect from
Catholic Charities. The
center offers expanded services in:
- Pastoral Counseling for Addictions and Family issues
- Counseling for Couples in distress
- Play Therapy to help children process difficulties
- Individual counseling for anger, depression and disorders
Call today for an appointment at (757) 467-7707. Most forms of insurance are accepted. (current as of 7-11-10)
A very big thank you to the generous Vacation Bible
School participants at Blessed Sacrament Church in Norfolk! The children
took up a supply drive to help older adults under the care of Catholic
Charities of Eastern Virginia. They collected soap, shampoo, lotion,
mouthwash and even a few potted plants to give
to the seniors ---many of whom live on limited incomes. Thanks again,
Vacation Bible School campers, for helping Catholic Charities aid the
less fortunate in our community. (7-11-10)
Getting in shape this summer doesn’t only have to
be about how you look in a swimsuit! How about taking some classes to
get your personal life in better shape? Catholic Charities of Eastern
Virginia offers a variety of continuing education classes for families
including Cooperative Parenting, a course that for
parents interested in minimizing problems for children when separation
or divorce occurs; and Daddy University which enhances parenting skills
for fathers. To learn more, please call (757) 467-7707 or visit our web
site at www.cceva.org. (current as of
7-11-10)
Mentors
needed to help keep kids in school… Catholic Charities of Eastern
Virginia is joining
A free
workshop is available to help prevent elder fraud and identity
Donate your vehicle to Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia….Used
cars, trucks, boats,
motorcycles, RV’s, campers
and wave riding vehicles (in any condition) are gratefully accepted.
They do not even have to run! A tow truck will come and remove them from
your property. In return for your donation, you will get a letter for
tax purposes and feel good that your donation is supporting Catholic
Charities. To learn more, please call Catholic Charities at
Donate your old car—help needy—receive $500+ Tax
Deduction: It’s fast, it’s easy and just a call or visit at our website.
Cars For Help, a 501(c)3 not-for-profit charity, is working through
Catholic charities to help alleviate human suffering. If you would like
to donate any vehicle of yours in any
condition, or just have questions, please visit us at
www.CarsForHelp.com. You
can also call us directly at (630) 595-9272. Together we can make a
difference!
Freshen up
your parenting skills with classes offered by Catholic Charities of
Are you in need of health insurance for your child? Are you pregnant and need health insurance? You may qualify for FAMIS. Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia can help you with the enrollment process. To find out more, please call on the Southside 757-467-7707, Peninsula – 757- 875-0060, on the Eastern Shore – 757-442-6211.
Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia
extends its sincere appreciation and gratitude to the many parishes,
parishioners and volunteers who helped to make the Bishop’s
Humanitarian Award Gala a grand success. More than 300 guests
turned out on February 27th to recognize the recipients of the 2010
Humanitarian Award, Jacqueline and Frederick J. Napolitano, Sr. The
award was presented by Bishop Francis DiLorenzo who spoke about the
importance of faith in action.
Proceeds from the Gala benefit Catholic Charities’ programs and services
throughout Hampton Roads.
14 Feb: Catholic
Charities of Eastern Virginia News:
Job opening at Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia-
Parttime, licensed clinician (LPC or LCSW) needed for our Newport News
office. 3 to 5 years experience preferred. Please send letter of
interest along with resume to hr@cceva.org. EOE
Volunteers needed ----Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia is
seeking volunteers to assist with outreach activities and to help
families sign up their children for FAMIS, a Children’s health insurance
plan. Please contact Kathy on the Southside at 757-467-7707 or Vanessa
on the Peninsula at 757- 875-0060.
29 Nov: FLOOD DAMAGED VEHICLES GRATEFULLY ACCEPTED! If your car has been damaged by the recent storm and needs to be removed, Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia, Inc. will gladly do so. Catholic Charities’ vehicle donation program accepts water damaged cars, trucks, RVs, campers, motorcycles, and boats...whatever their condition. We work with a company that will tow them away. You in turn can receive a tax deduction. The only requirement is that the donor has the title and keys! Please call to arrange the vehicle pick-up at (757) 456-2366 ext. 521 or 504. Proceeds benefit Catholic Charities. Thank you.
1 Nov 09: Catholic
Charities Announcements:
Positions available at Catholic Charities- Facilitators are
needed to run bi-monthly Pre-Marital Preparation course for couples
planning to be united in the Holy Sacrament of Marriage.
Requirements include being a Catholic in good standing, previous
experience as a facilitator, and knowledge of one or more of the subject
areas: Building Your Marriage on a Sound Foundation, Establishing
Emotional Intimacy, Dealing with Conflict and the Sacrament of Marriage.
(A Deacon is preferred for the last
section). It would be highly desirable to have a married couple as
facilitators. The Pre-Marital classes are held in Virginia Beach and
Newport News on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. Interested
applicants are asked to e-mail their resume, with Premarital facilitator
in the subject line, to hr@cceva.org.
1 Nov 09: Southside—Foster parents are needed to provide temporary homes for infants in Catholic Charities’ adoption program. Interested couples should be between the ages of 25-65, in good health and have parenting experience. For information about becoming a foster parent, please call 484-0703 or 467-7707 at Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia.
18 Oct 09:
Volunteers are needed to help acquire donations and ad sponsors for the
Bishop’s Humanitarian Award Gala to be held in February 2010. The Gala,
which is sponsored by Catholic Charities, recognizes individuals for
their works of charity in the community. Gala volunteers can work from
home (if preferred) and are asked to attend only a few meetings at our
office in Virginia Beach. Even if you can give only a few hours a week,
please call Jessica Lombardi at Catholic Charities of
Eastern Virginia at 757-456-2366 ext. 504.
18 Oct 09: Among
its many services, Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia cares for
Guardianship clients, many of them indigent, who no longer can care for
themselves. Can you help provide them with adult diapers (large),
toiletries including shampoo, deodorant, soap, body lotion, men’s
electric shavers
and aftershave, and men’s and women’s socks (all sizes). You may drop
off your donations at any Catholic Charities’ office. Thank you
and God bless you for your kindness.
18 Oct 09:
Southside Volunteers are needed to facilitate Catholic Charities’
programs to support grandparents who are raising their grandchildren.
For information, please call Catholic Charities of
Eastern Virginia at (757) 467-7707.
4 Oct 09: Catholic Charities Collection:
Thank you to all who gave to the second collection last weekend. The
collection supports Catholic Charities’ many services and programs in
the community. Requests for emergency financial assistance has increased
greatly. Your support helps Catholic Charities help the
needy and disadvantaged throughout the year.
What are you doing to help others during these difficult times? Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia is seeking volunteers to answer phones, greet clients and do some computer work at its offices in Virginia Beach and Norfolk. You can volunteer several hours or several days. You make your own schedule. Any help will be appreciated. Questions? Please call 456-2366 ext. 520. --posted 5-17-09
Mental health counseling is now available on a walk in basis Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Catholic Charities office at 4855 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach 23462 (behind the Church of the Ascension). Walk in mental health counseling also is available on Thursdays and Fridays at Catholic Charities’ Norfolk office on 1802 Ashland Avenue. While there may be a short wait, we encourage you or anyone you know who is experiencing anxiety, depression, or family issues to drop in to see one of our professional counselors. (757) 467-7707 --posted 3-22-09
Do you have a car or truck to donate? Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia will gladly accept your used vehicle---whatever its condition—as long as it has four tires, a key and a title. It does not even have to run! If necessary, Catholic Charities will have it towed. You, in turn, will receive a tax deduction and the satisfaction in knowing that your donation is supporting Catholic Charities’ services. We currently are seeking a reliable vehicle for our older adult department. To learn more about how you can help, please call (757) 456-2366 ext. 521. (3-1-09)
What are you doing to help others during these difficult economic times? Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia is seeking volunteers to process requests for emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage and utilities. Individuals will be trained to process aid applications and should be willing to commit between 15-20 hours per week. For information, please contact Catholic Charities’ human resources department at (757) 456-2366 ext. 505 or ext. 520. (3-1-09)
CCUSA, which has been commissioned by the U.S. Catholic Bishops to represent the Catholic community in times of domestic disaster, responds with emergency and long-term assistance as needed. Its Disaster Response Office connects the Church’s social service agencies and disaster planning offices across the nation.
Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia has HUD Certified Housing Counselors available to help those facing foreclosure or mortgage problems. Did you know that 50% of households in our community earn below median income? Fewer dollars coming in means more struggle to pay household expenses. More and more of us cannot even make our mortgage payments! Last year, Virginia went from 40th in the nation to 17th in frequency of foreclosure. For more information, you may pick up a flyer at all exits of the church. Or call 484-0703 for more information.
Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia provides mental health services for the uninsured. With a recent grant, Catholic Charities is able to offer counseling sessions at little or no cost to individuals who lack health coverage. If you know someone who could benefit from these services, please have them call 757-467- 7707 on the Southside or on the Peninsula 757-875-0060. All inquiries are strictly confidential.
Needy mothers count on Catholic Charities for help. Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia distributes free baby supplies to mothers of limited means. Due to increased demand for assistance, our supplies are running low. Can you help by providing a package of diapers (newborn through toddler), diaper rash ointment, baby wipes, shampoo or infant formula? Please drop donations at your local Catholic Charities’ office or call 757-490-4931. The mothers and babies will thank you.
One person CAN make a difference. Volunteers are needed in Catholic Charities’ older adult program helping seniors to balance their checkbooks and manage their finances. To learn more, please call Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia at 757-533-5217.
Donations needed…… Catholic Charities of Eastern Virginia distributes free baby diapers and Depends to individuals of limited means. Our supply has run low. If you can help, please drop off disposable diapers (newborn thru toddler) and any size Depends at your local Catholic Charities office. We thank you for your generous heart.
Catholic Relief Services
Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the U.S. Catholic community. We alleviate suffering and provide assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Click on the logo above for more information.
Catholic Relief Services
(CRS) is mobilizing in multiple countries in Southeast Asia, battered by
a typhoon, a tsunami and an earthquake over the last week. While the
immediate focus is on rescue efforts and emergency relief, CRS and
partner Caritas Internationalis are already planning for the long-term
reconstruction vital to recovery efforts. If you would like to make a
donation:
Call 1 – 877 – HELP CRS.
Donate on line at www.crs.org
Or send a check to
Catholic Relief Services
P.O. Box 17090
Baltimore, MD 21203-7090