Once an eviction is on someone’s record, it becomes incredibly hard for them to obtain housing again.
It is imperative to help before they get to that point.
Larry tried finding a place to live on his own but his extremely limited income and medical expenses made it impossible.
The turning point in his crisis came when he confided in his pastor after Sunday Mass. Father reached out to Catholic Charities about housing availability. He put the word out among the parishioners for assistance with physically moving Larry, his medical equipment and few personal possessions. Quickly, a community of care formed around Larry, determined that he would not wind up on the street.
The Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Fund stepped in and provided life-saving help.
CCEAF funds paid for a two-night stay in an inexpensive motel. Together, Catholic Charities’ staff and parish volunteers moved his few belongings.
For $150, Larry was safely housed and not sheltering on the street.
Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Fund helps hundred of people like Larry each year. Please donate to CCEAF today.
Read Larry’s Story
Larry’s Community Of Care Moves Mountains
When Larry first came to the parish, he was looking for a community of believers he could confide in and grow with. Being a regular attender, it was an experience he looked forward to and the more he went, the closer he got to the people around him. He didn’t just see...
Larry’s Voicemail. Sink or Swim.
Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Fund: Donate to Larry's...
Voicemail from Larry. Pray for me.
Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Fund: Donate to Larry's...
Father Bob Reflects on Larry’s Legacy
Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Fund: Our parishioners rallied around Larry, too. They bought him a bed, donated kitchen appliances, tables and lamps that...
Fellow Parishioner’s Act to Help Larry
Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Fund: My husband and I met Larry one Sunday, when he rolled up next to where we were sitting and parked his wheelchair next to our...
Father Bob Takes Action to Help Larry
Catholic Charities Emergency Assistance Fund: I shared Larry’s story with Susan Walker, one of our musicians, who is also on staff at Catholic Charities. I hoped that...