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Commonwealth Catholic Charities said it has welcomed 348 legally authorized refugees since its current fiscal year began Oct. 1.

The new administration has indefinitely paused refugee resettlement and suspended payment on current contracts that enable CCC and other...

When his wife died, Ronnie felt lost and hopeless. Severe depression eventually led him to homelessness. At the time, Ronnie lived in...

Thanks to CCC’s incredible volunteers, families are not alone as they navigate their new communities. 

Over the years, countless individuals and families have been deeply touched by Commonwealth Catholic Charities’ adoption and pregnancy...

If you suspect that your child is being cyberbullied or bullied, it's important to take action

12 newcomers from CCC’s refugee resettlement program are cooking their way to self-sufficiency

Werther Blanco is a natural storyteller.   Blanco, who lives and works in the Hampton Roads area, is an interpreter for Commonwealth...

As the new school year begins, it’s important to prioritize both our children’s and our own mental health . Below are some tips...

As parents, it's natural to feel a mix of emotions as your child embarks on this new chapter. Here are some evidence-based tips from the...

Carol has always loved living alone. After retiring from a full-time career, she continued to find ways to stay engaged in her community...

In May of 2021, just before turning seventeen, Melissa’s life was turned upside down. She and her fifteen-year-old brother were called to...

CCC’s Independent Living Program helps youth from foster care become self-sufficient as they reach adulthood.

In the fall of 2021, the Ishan family fled Afghanistan to seek safety in the United States.  CCC met them at the airport and supported...

Mark did not believe that anger management classes were necessary.  There was no violence in his home, just a few raised voices. Yet, the...

Sona Rahmani lost everything when she fled her home in Afghanistan. As she builds a new life in Roanoke, she wants to remind fellow refugees

It was a journey that required patience and perseverance, but she remained committed throughout

Roshan was 12 when the Taliban took over Afghanistan. Chaos and fear filled the streets. Twice the Taliban interrogated Roshan’s...

On a chilly morning this spring, Supportive Housing Supervisor, KeKe Cody, attended a breakfast for unsheltered individuals in Hopewell

In April, Jessenia Pagan, CCC Behavioral Health Program Manager, attended a Congressional briefing on Capitol Hill