3,293 individuals received funds through the Emergency Assistance program, to avoid eviction, restore heat, feed their families, buy prescriptions for their children and new shoes for school. Christ House provided information or referrals to 989 people who called for assistance. Hundreds of other families and individuals come to Christ House throughout the year for shelter, but have to be turned away because of lack of space. Family Services Over 3,200 individuals, couples, families and children received counseling to address a wide spectrum of life problems, including anxiety and depression, difficulties with peers or with learning, and marital trouble. Last year nearly 11,000 hours of counseling are provided by licensed, professional clinicians throughout the diocese.
Bilingual counseling is provided, as well as psychological consultation to Hispanic families.
Family Services professionals field more than 2,400 calls annually, providing consultation as well as information about community resources. Hogar Hispano 429 individuals received social services assistance with applications, translations, notarizations, consultations, transportation, food, clothing, medical supplies, utility and rent assistance. 5,952 individuals were provided with legal assistance to help them obtain permanent residence, political asylum, naturalization, temporary protective status, employment authorization documents, and labor certifications, all with the goal of helping immigrants become self-sufficient. Nearly 900 immigrants were enrolled in classes to learn English as a Second Language. A total of 2,608 elderly persons were served through the daycare and outreach programs.