Counselling, Family and Clinical Services Expands
Over the past 12 months, CatholicCare’s Counselling, Family & Clinical Services team has continued to provide support to many people across the Hunter, Lake Macquarie and Manning regions.
Christmas Morning Joy at CatholicCare Supported Accommodation
On Christmas morning, the people at McNeil House in CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning supported accommodation, woke to a big surprise of donated presents.
Soul Compass at CatholicCare Social Services
Sr Kim Barnes rsj is the chaplain at CatholicCare Social Services, based at Mayfield. She is the first chaplain at CatholicCare and sees her role as one that is evolving and will continue to evolve.
Marriage: It's All In the Pitch
Like many opportunities in life such as learning to drive, upskilling or attending ante-natal classes, there are courses available for couples preparing for marriage.
The Girl on the Train
Regular writer Shirley McHugh shares an experience that changed her, and one which invokes the injunction of the Year of Mercy, “Be merciful as God is merciful.”
Depression: My Path to Peace
As a psychologist, I have the privilege of walking alongside my clients on their paths to better mental health. Often the path to a sense of stability or recovery can appear insurmountable. Below is a client’s account of depression. It is real; sometimes awful, but also full of hope. I share with permission.
Inclement Weather No Handicap to Corporate Golf Day Success
The wind and rain did nothing to dampen the spirits of our intrepid golfers as they battled the elements for a good cause – raising vital funds for CatholicCare Social Services’ mental health and disabilities programs.
CatholicCare Offers Strong Support for Foster Carers
CatholicCare Social Services is delighted to be participating in Foster Care Week, an annual event held in NSW to acknowledge and celebrate the outstanding work of foster carers.