Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse

Community homeless facilitiesprovided 24,885 overnight service stays for homeless people at La Crosse warming center, eau claire sojourner house, wausau warming center. Guests in all 3 areas can rest, shower, wash clothes and eat supper and breakfast. the beyond shelter program provided homes to 5 men in wausau, 3 men in La Crosse and 3 women in loyal.

Post adoption servicesthis program provided retreats, programs, workshops, newletters and support groups to 4,253 individuals in the 19 county Diocese Of La Crosse.

Disability support servicesprovided 24,057 hours Of support to children, adults and families affected by aspergers, autism and other severe emotional disabilities. Clients are assisted with daily routines so they can stay in their homes, be successful in school or live in an adult home. Services are provided through our adult, school and community.

St. lawrence community servicescharitable outreach provided financial couseling and limited financial assistance for basic needs to 6,123 clients experiencing a crisis or a disaster in their lives. Representative payee program offers case management and monthly budgeting services to 403 different individuals during the year.

Adoption servicesthis program placed 74 children in families through the process Of adoption and supported 36 birth parents to ensure healthy pregnancies.

Immigration and refugee serviceslegal services provided to 169 individuals. Also helped with the afghan refugees at fort mccoy.