Holly Yzquierdo

Robert Earl began volunteering in May 2015 in the Catholic Charities finance department. He is part of a team that scans financial documents and organizes them in the document management system.

“I really enjoy what I do, who I work with, and the ability to use my computer skills and attention to detail,” said Robert. “I like doing a good job, and I feel appreciated for my work.”

Choosing to place your child with an adoptive family is one of the most difficult decisions any parent can make.

At 8 months pregnant, Crystal was 22 years old and living with her boyfriend, who was not her child’s biological father.  She had no money and no job. She needed to make a decision.

Mike and Carol are on a mission to help children who have experienced severe trauma. In ministry, they’ve counseled trauma survivors all over the world. Now they’ve accepted a new challenge to become foster parents. The goal of foster care is to return the children to their parents after addressing safety issues in the home.

Michelle Aubuchont has a long history as a volunteer. She first started volunteering at the zoo as a teenager and later at the police department. She even ran a 5k dressed as McGruff the Crime Dog.

Going back to school can be stressful for kids of all ages. After a summer of sleeping late and having fun, the early mornings, unknowns and structure of a school day can weigh heavy students. Some kids have a harder time than others adjusting to a new schedule.

Some kids will tell you if they are struggling but many won’t. Catholic Charities counselor Anna Smith gives us some insight into their behavior.