Bon Appetit! Local nonprofit partnership supports refugee employment
12 newcomers from CCC’s refugee resettlement program are cooking their way to self-sufficiency
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Sep 102 min read
Bridging Language Barriers
Werther Blanco is a natural storyteller. Blanco, who lives and works in the Hampton Roads area, is an interpreter for Commonwealth...
Aug 201 min read
A Call for Reassurance: Senior Services At CCC
Carol has always loved living alone. After retiring from a full-time career, she continued to find ways to stay engaged in her community...
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Aug 281 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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Aug 281 min read
Sending your kid off to college? Mental Health Tips for Parents
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...
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Jul 151 min read
Strength to Change
Mark did not believe that anger management classes were necessary. There was no violence in his home, just a few raised voices. Yet, the...
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Oct 23, 20231 min read
How to Use Mindfulness to Strengthen Relationships
Mindfulness in simple terms is the ability to become aware of our thoughts, behaviors and emotions in the present moment without...
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Apr 17, 20232 min read
PLEASE don't let stress harm your health
Many people don't realize how much their mental health impacts their overall physical health. Too much stress can make us neglect or ignore
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Mar 20, 20232 min read
March is Bipolar Awareness Month
Supporting someone living with Bipolar Disorder
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Jul 20, 20221 min read
Home at Last
When Tyrell first became homeless seven years ago, he connected with CCC’s Housing Resource Center for assistance. Tyrell visited staff...
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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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Jul 7, 20221 min read
Happy in a New Home
Perry is 63-years-old and does odd jobs for several local restaurants. Perry has been experiencing chronic homelessness since 2019. When...
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Apr 1, 20221 min read
From Homeless to High School Graduate
Just after his 18th birthday, John became homeless. Despite his new housing challenges and his ongoing struggle with mental health, John...
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