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Jan 281 min read
CCC statement on suspension of the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program
The new administration has indefinitely paused refugee resettlement and suspended payment on current contracts that enable CCC and other...


Jan 231 min read
Restoring Hope Through Supportive Housing
When his wife died, Ronnie felt lost and hopeless. Severe depression eventually led him to homelessness. At the time, Ronnie lived in...


Jan 171 min read
Empowering Refugees Through Family Mentorship
Thanks to CCC’s incredible volunteers, families are not alone as they navigate their new communities.
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Nov 26, 20241 min read
Celebrating National Adoption Month
Over the years, countless individuals and families have been deeply touched by Commonwealth Catholic Charities’ adoption and pregnancy...
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Oct 16, 20241 min read
7 Tips for Helping Your Child with Bullying
If you suspect that your child is being cyberbullied or bullied, it's important to take action
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Aug 28, 20241 min read
Back to School Blues? Mental Health Tips for a New School Year
As the new school year begins, it’s important to prioritize both our children’s and our own mental health . Below are some tips...
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Jul 30, 20241 min read
A Joyful New Beginning: A Foster Care Story
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...
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Jul 29, 20241 min read
Spotlight on Foster Care's Independent Living Program
CCC’s Independent Living Program helps youth from foster care become self-sufficient as they reach adulthood.
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Jun 13, 20242 min read
Resettled and Reunited: A Refugee Journey
Roshan was 12 when the Taliban took over Afghanistan. Chaos and fear filled the streets. Twice the Taliban interrogated Roshan’s...
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Apr 19, 20242 min read
Keep Kids Safe
CCC counselor, Jessenia Pagan, provides tips on prevention, recognizing signs and what to do with child abuse. Prevention Know the...
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Mar 13, 20241 min read
Change a Life as a Foster Parent
Bryce's parents struggled with addiction and mental health challenges, making it hard for them to provide Bryce and his three siblings...
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Mar 8, 20244 min read
The Greatest Gift: Foster Care and Adoption
by Lynn DiChristina The precious gift of life has been the cornerstone of my identity and has impacted all the major areas of my life. As...
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Apr 4, 20232 min read
Princess Adelina
As a child who is non-verbal, Adelina has developed a variety of other communication tools that help her through her daily life. “Adelina...
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Nov 17, 20221 min read
Right Where He Belongs
Alex is a loving child with a big heart. Like most kids, he enjoys being outside, riding bikes, making crafts, playing video games, and...
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Jul 15, 20221 min read
A Very Happy Birthday
Andrew had a difficult beginning in life, experiencing homelessness with his mother and father who both struggled with substance abuse....
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Jun 1, 20222 min read
Rewritten Past
As a child in foster care who moved frequently, Taylor sometimes felt hopeless. But when she came to CCC and was placed with a family who...
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May 20, 20221 min read
A Little Boy's Burden Is Lightened
At just six years old, Jack carried a very heavy burden. Jack’s father was incarcerated, his mother struggled with substance abuse and...
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May 13, 20221 min read
Ethan's Forever Home
Ethan, who lives in southwestern Virginia, entered foster care when he was 10-years-old after witnessing his mom's battle with addiction....
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May 2, 20221 min read
A Chance to Learn
Esperanza is 16-years-old. She is quick to laugh and loves music. Growing up in a family experiencing poverty, Esperanza's opportunities...
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Jun 25, 20211 min read
The Power of Love
In 2015, a little boy was born in China. He was born with Down syndrome and placed into the care of an orphanage where he lived for three...
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Nov 20, 20201 min read
A Family of his own
While Justin and Maike Doty were in China to adopt their daughter, an unexpected thing happened...a little boy captured their hearts too.
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Jun 19, 20201 min read
I am a Refugee
My name is A.S. I am 13 years old. I came to the United States in 3 years ago by a big plane, lots of miles, from my home country in Asia.
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