“The 2023 Winter Storms destroyed a client’s apartment – causing her to lose her housing. With few options, she chose to live in her car and sent her children to live elsewhere because she could not support them. This series of unfortunate events also caused her to relapse. The Disaster Case Manager (DCM) connected her […]
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“Over the years, Maria Christina taught herself English – both how to read and write it. But when it came to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) test questions, they weren’t what she expected. Maria Christina first took Catholic Charities’ citizenship class over Zoom during the pandemic. She struggled. She did not complete the […]
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“A 74-year-old woman sought assistance from Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, and was connected with the CalFresh Healthy Living team for nutrition classes to help her transform her weakening health. By attending a series of nutrition classes, Magdalena discovered a newfound sense of empowerment and vitality. The knowledge she gained not only helped her achieve […]
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Alicia came to Catholic Charities seeking health insurance enrollment support. With our guidance and advocacy, she was able to successfully navigate the complex healthcare system and enroll in comprehensive coverage. This assistance allowed her to access the medical services she needed and improved her overall health outcomes. Through compassionate service and expert support, Catholic Charities […]
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“A mother of three sought assistance with applying for CalFresh Food Benefits from St. Louise Resource Services after experiencing significant life-altering events, including the loss of employment and adapting to the role as a newly single mother. She had been reluctant to apply for CalFresh Food Benefits due to a number of challenges including stigma, […]
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“A family from San Benito County were hit hard by the January 2024 winter storm and lost their primary source of income, as their place of work was severely damaged. When the family heard about the Storm Assistance for Immigrants (SAI) program, they reached out for support. Thanks to the financial aid provided by the […]
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