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Serving Through The Storm Catholic Charities celebrated the re-opening of the Beacon of Hope Center on Friday, August 7. Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas expressed her thanks to Catholic Charities and the community for their support during Hurricane Ike. For 27 years, Catholic Charities has been providing compassionate services to those in need on Galveston Island. Fulfilling its mission to provide culturally sensitive social services to individuals, without regard to race, religion or socio-economic status, Catholic Charities provides a variety of services including help with food, clothing, financial assistance and counseling services to more than 14,900 people annually in Galveston County.    The Beacon of Hope Center was moved from its previous location on 45th due to major flooding caused by Hurricane Ike. Despite Ike’s devastation, Catholic Charities’ dedicated staff opened immediately following the storm in temporary quarters at St. Patrick’s Church to serve those in need.   “This reopening is truly a testament to the dedication of our caring staff, who put the needs of others before their own after the storm and continue to do so today,” said Harold Fattig, Southern Regional Director for Catholic Charities.   Providing Help, Creating Hope in Fort Bend   For Sarah, 85, Catholic Charities represents another chance. A client in the Catholic Charities’ Senior Services program, designed to help seniors remain living independently in their own homes. Sarah discovered Catholic Charities when a friend recommended their services. Since the connection was made, she has been able to continue living independently by making friends, keeping doctor appointments, and participating in social activities... Click to read Providing Help Creating Hope in Fort Bend      Contact Us | Site Map | | OPML | Search This Site | Home Tendenci® Membership Management Software | Privacy Policy   If you experience problems with this page or to be removed from this email list, please email hope@catholiccharities.org for assistance.

Aug 18, 2009 4:26 PM

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Serving Through The Storm Catholic Charities celebrated the re-opening of the Beacon of Hope Center on Friday, August 7. Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas expressed her thanks to Catholic Charities and the community for their support during Hurricane Ike. For 27 years, Catholic Charities has been providing compassionate services to those in need on Galveston Island. Fulfilling its mission to provide culturally sensitive social services to individuals, without regard to race, religion or socio-economic status, Catholic Charities provides a variety of services including help with food, clothing, financial assistance and counseling services to more than 14,900 people annually in Galveston County.    The Beacon of Hope Center was moved from its previous location on 45th due to major flooding caused by Hurricane Ike. Despite Ike’s devastation, Catholic Charities’ dedicated staff opened immediately following the storm in temporary quarters at St. Patrick’s Church to serve those in need.   “This reopening is truly a testament to the dedication of our caring staff, who put the needs of others before their own after the storm and continue to do so today,” said Harold Fattig, Southern Regional Director for Catholic Charities.   Providing Help, Creating Hope in Fort Bend   For Sarah, 85, Catholic Charities represents another chance. A client in the Catholic Charities’ Senior Services program, designed to help seniors remain living independently in their own homes. Sarah discovered Catholic Charities when a friend recommended their services. Since the connection was made, she has been able to continue living independently by making friends, keeping doctor appointments, and participating in social activities... Click to read Providing Help Creating Hope in Fort Bend      Contact Us | Site Map | | OPML | Search This Site | Home Tendenci® Membership Management Software | Privacy Policy   If you experience problems with this page or to be removed from this email list, please email hope@catholiccharities.org for assistance.

Aug 18, 2009 4:26 PM

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Serving Through The Storm Catholic Charities celebrated the re-opening of the Beacon of Hope Center on Friday, August 7. Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas expressed her thanks to Catholic Charities and the community for their support during Hurricane Ike. For 27 years, Catholic Charities has been providing compassionate services to those in need on Galveston Island. Fulfilling its mission to provide culturally sensitive social services to individuals, without regard to race, religion or socio-economic status, Catholic Charities provides a variety of services including help with food, clothing, financial assistance and counseling services to more than 14,900 people annually in Galveston County.    The Beacon of Hope Center was moved from its previous location on 45th due to major flooding caused by Hurricane Ike. Despite Ike’s devastation, Catholic Charities’ dedicated staff opened immediately following the storm in temporary quarters at St. Patrick’s Church to serve those in need.   “This reopening is truly a testament to the dedication of our caring staff, who put the needs of others before their own after the storm and continue to do so today,” said Harold Fattig, Southern Regional Director for Catholic Charities.   Providing Help, Creating Hope in Fort Bend   For Sarah, 85, Catholic Charities represents another chance. A client in the Catholic Charities’ Senior Services program, designed to help seniors remain living independently in their own homes. Sarah discovered Catholic Charities when a friend recommended their services. Since the connection was made, she has been able to continue living independently by making friends, keeping doctor appointments, and participating in social activities... Click to read Providing Help Creating Hope in Fort Bend      Contact Us | Site Map | | OPML | Search This Site | Home Tendenci® Membership Management Software | Privacy Policy   If you experience problems with this page or to be removed from this email list, please email hope@catholiccharities.org for assistance.

Aug 18, 2009 4:26 PM

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Catholic Charities’ Beacon of Hope Center will open the doors of its new location on Friday, August 7 at 4 p.m. Located at 6811 Stewart Road, Galveston, Texas 77551, the center will continue providing Disaster Recovery Services, Basic Needs and Food Pantry Assistance, Senior Services, and Counseling. 

“We invite the public in celebrating the rebirth of the Beacon of Hope Center,” said Harold Fattig, Southern Regional Director for Catholic Charities. “The Center has a long history of caring for our neighbors in need.”

For 27 years, Catholic Charities has been providing compassionate services to those in need on Galveston Island. Fulfilling its mission to provide culturally sensitive social services to those in need, without regard to race, religion or socio-economic status Catholic Charities provides a variety of services including help with food, clothing, financial assistance and counseling services to more than 14,900 annually. 

“This reopening is truly a testament to the dedication of our caring staff, who put the needs of others before their own after the storm and continue to do so today,” said Fattig.

The setting of the Beacon of Hope was moved from its previous location on 45^th due to major flooding caused by Hurricane Ike. Despite Ike’s devastation, Catholic Charities’ dedicated staff opened immediately following the storm in temporary quarters at St. Patrick’s Church to serve those in need.

Speakers will include Deacon Doug Matthews, Catholic Charities’ Board Member, with pastor Rev. John Bok of St. Patrick Parish performing the blessing. Volunteers from the Men’s ACT Community in Texas City will be honored for landscaping the facility.

In addition to the afternoon Open House Catholic Charities staff and volunteers will be hosting a food fair in the morning starting at 11am.  

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For Sarah, 85, Catholic Charities represents another chance. A client in the Catholic Charities’ Senior Services program, designed to help seniors remain living independently in their own homes, Sarah says the word angel over and over when talking about Catholic Charities. They are really considerate people. Everyone is so kind and caring. They take such pains with you to make sure you’re happy. They are like angels, said Sarah. Sarah discovered Catholic Charities when a friend recommended their services. Since the connection was made, she has been able to continue living independently by making friends, keeping doctor appointments, and participating in social activities. Before Catholic Charities, Sarah relied on family if they were available and used cabs for transportation. I didn’t know they existed, but my friend told me she used them for transportation. After speaking with them they told me they could take me wherever I had to go, Sarah explained. Sarah, who became…

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For Sarah, 85, Catholic Charities represents another chance. A client in the Catholic Charities’ Senior Services program, designed to help seniors remain living independently in their own homes, Sarah says the word angel over and over when talking about Catholic Charities. They are really considerate people. Everyone is so kind and caring. They take such pains with you to make sure you’re happy. They are like angels, said Sarah. Sarah discovered Catholic Charities when a friend recommended their services. Since the connection was made, she has been able to continue living independently by making friends, keeping doctor appointments, and participating in social activities. Before Catholic Charities, Sarah relied on family if they were available and used cabs for transportation. I didn’t know they existed, but my friend told me she used them for transportation. After speaking with them they told me they could take me wherever I had to go, Sarah explained. Sarah, who became…

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For Sarah, 85, Catholic Charities represents another chance. A client in the Catholic Charities’ Senior Services program, designed to help seniors remain living independently in their own homes, Sarah says the word angel over and over when talking about Catholic Charities. They are really considerate people. Everyone is so kind and caring. They take such pains with you to make sure you’re happy. They are like angels, said Sarah. Sarah discovered Catholic Charities when a friend recommended their services. Since the connection was made, she has been able to continue living independently by making friends, keeping doctor appointments, and participating in social activities. Before Catholic Charities, Sarah relied on family if they were available and used cabs for transportation. I didn’t know they existed, but my friend told me she used them for transportation. After speaking with them they told me they could take me wherever I had to go, Sarah explained. Sarah, who became…

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