Catholic Charities Receives Record-Breaking Assistance ALBANY, NY – Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany today announced an unprecedented investment from the National Grid Foundation, which has awarded two grants totaling a record $550,000 to support the organization’s Emergency Assistance services. This milestone underscores the growing need for financial assistance in the face of rising living costs and increased demand for basic necessities like fuel, electricity, and [...]
The Adirondack Thunder will go on the power play this holiday season to support Catholic Charities, one of the largest, private, social service agencies in the region which assists those in need with food, clothing and shelter, among other basic necessities. Thunder fans can participate in a silent auction for a chance to win a special Adirondack Thunder prize pack during the team’s home contests on Saturday, Nov. 30 against the Reading Royals and on Saturday, Dec. 14 against the [...]
Once fiercely self-reliant, Susan recently found herself struggling with an unexpected loss of independence. Due to a series of falls, the senior apartment complex she lived in became concerned for her well-being and urged her to transition to an assisted living community. What followed was a disheartening encounter with unresponsive care, where promises of support rang hollow."The original agency I was at wasn't listening," Susan recalls, her voice tinged with disappointment. [...]
In the quiet corridors of a local nursing home, amidst the everyday routines and shared stories, Barbara and Kim's love story unfolded—a testament to hope, resilience, and the transformative power of companionship.Barbara, found herself at a crossroads after a fall left her with a broken wrist and a knee in need of care. "I couldn't stay at my son's house anymore," she recalls, "because of my fall it just wasn’t a safe place for me."It was in this [...]
In the heart of community care, Judy and Debbie stand as pillars of support, their dedication to the Ombudsman program shaping stories of empowerment and advocacy within long-term care facilities.Judy, drawn to an ad calling for volunteers, has found a purpose in the program. "I had been wanting to do some volunteer work, and I like this population," she explains with a warm smile. What began as a commitment of two hours a week quickly expanded into a daily ritual of connection and [...]
