Alexis Lawrence

Catholic Community Services

WE BELIEVE … in compassion, love and respect for all people, especially those who are poor and vulnerable. For over 100 years, Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services have served individuals and families in need Western Washington. As the largest private social service provider in the state, our employees and volunteers serve on average 100,000 people each year. We offer over 180 services, including emergency services, family day centers, shelters, housing, mental health and addiction recovery, pregnancy support, youth enrichment and services to seniors. …in every person having the right to a safe, affordable place to call home. CATHOLIC HOUSING SERVICES provides stable housing and serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness, have no to little income and have special physical and mental needs. … in every child growing up in a safe, loving and nurturing environment. FAMILY BEHAVIOR HEALTH SYSTEM provides counseling services for children and their families. …in healthy family life being affirmed and supported in our communities. 13 FAMILY CENTERS from Bellingham to Vancouver, Washington offer regional services that meet local needs. …in elders living in security and dignity. LONG TERM CARE SYSTEM hires, screens, trains, and supervises home care workers who provide personal care and homemaker tasks to people who need the assistance to remain independent and in their homes. …in joining with others to change the systems which oppress, discriminate or otherwise cause human suffering. …in employees and volunteers working in an environment which offers respect, teamwork and excellence. …in all these things for all people, whatever their color, whatever language they speak or however they worship.