Catholic Charities of Buffalo

Nutritional services - we administer the women, infants & children (wic) federal nutrition program in erie, niagara and chautauqua counties. Trhough wic, 92,861 women, children and families were supported.catholic Charities operates nine food pantry and outreach centers in three counties one in allegany, one in cattaraugus and seven in erie county. One thrift store serves erie county and another serves allegany county. The ladies of charity, which operates the Buffalo (erie co.) thrift store, also provides a number of other special programs for people in need including holiday gifts, clothing, newborn layettes and household goods. Ladies of charity of the diocese of Buffalo is a ministry of service provided by women and young women within the community on a volunteer basis. The group is an affiliate organization of Catholic Charities. A total of 19,230 people were assisted thruogh these services.

Community outreach - community outreach programs address needs of some of the most vulnerable in our community who face challenging and unexpected situations. This assistance is offered in all eight counties. Basic needs such as food, clothing, shelter, financial, prescription, and heat assistance were provided to 8,724 individuals, children and families across western new york. In cattaraugus and allegany counties, our kinship caregiver program supported 514 kinship and non-relative caregivers and their families. Using a case management model and support groups, kinship caregiver also offers families other community resources for financial and non-financial assistance. Programs focusing on older adults that sustain social interaction for personal well-being and keep individuals safely in their own homes served 230 people. These include home visitation in genesee and orleans counties, telephone assurance program in erie county, friendly phones in orleans county, and project hope, a case management program geared to older adults.care coordination comprises programs to assist 361 children and adults, many of whom are low income. Services include assessing and assisting client needs through the children's health home care management and community health worker (chw) programs. The programs work with clients and their network of health providers (medical, dental, mental health counselors), health plans and community-based organizations to meet their needs.

Family stability - Catholic Charities works to stabilize, empower and strengthen families through programs such as preventive services, parenting programs, multisystemic therapy, our kids parent education and awareness program (okpeap), caring dads, the domestic violence program for men and therapeutic visitation services. These programs impacted 3,506.our in-school programs provide extra supports to help students overcome obstacles they may face in achieving success in the classroom. The in-school social work program (isswp) enhances student success by providing comprehensive character-development and skill-building activities for students through short-term individual sessions, small groups and classroom presentations. The closing the gap (ctg) program seeks to improve the academic success of students in Buffalo public schools by addressing non-academic barriers to learning. A total of 6,392 students were impacted by these programs.the foster grandparent program for older adults who work one-on-one with students in need in schools and other educational settings provides benefits for the lower income eligible older adult, include making a difference in the life of a child, financial benefits, trainings and social interaction with peers and others. The program impacted 940 lives.

Immigration & refugee assistance programs - Catholic Charities of Buffalo has provided services to the immigrant and refugee populations in western new york since it was founded in 1923. Pre- and post-arrival services such as assistance with housing, food, clothing, employment, english language learners classes and immigration services are provided to our resettlement clients. Medical case management servivces also are provided. A total of 1,085 individuals were assisted in 2022-2023.our clients arrive in the united states through the auspices of the united states conference of Catholic bishops/migration refugee services and only after approval from the u.s. department of state and u.s. Citizenship and immigration services. Refugees considered for resettlement by the united states must pass through a series of security screenings aimed at ensuring they will not pose a security risk. The information examined to confirm a refugee's identity is checked against law enforcement, the intelligence community, and other relevant databases, including those administered by the national counterterrorism center, department of defense, federal bureau of investigation, department of state, and department of homeland security. If there is doubt about whether an applicant poses a security threat, the individual does not gain admission to the u.s.

Workforce development - our workforce development programs offer educational and job training services. Our programs guide and support individuals who are out of school and want to improve their employability, and ultimately earn a living wage and more. For those who may be unemployed, underemployed or a dislocated worker, we provide a high school equivalency program, offer remedial assistance, and assist with enrollment in college or vocational training programs. Our vocational training programs offer hands-on experience and certifications in growing fields such as construction and telecommunications. Since 1975, Catholic Charities has assisted thousands of erie and niagara county residents get a fresh start with these services. Our workforce development programs impacted 1,097 people.

Payments to affiliates - diocese of Buffalo and monsignor carr institute

Behavioral health - Catholic Charities of Buffalo behavioral health services treat children as young as three years old, adolescents, adults, and families to assess for and provide counseling and medication management services to address mental/behavioral wellness needs. Through our behavioral health services, we strive to treat the whole person through comprehensive assessment and person-centered care planning to help individuals and families achieve their wellness goals. Behavioral health services of Catholic Charities impacted 8,270 people.