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A Word from the CEO Vincent W. Colonno Right now, we are grieving – grieving for George Floyd, for Ahmaud Arbery, for Breonna Taylor, for Michael Brown and for countless others who’ve been victimized by racial violence. At Catholic Charities, we denounce racism, violence and hatred. It is a part of our mission to respond to and empower all persons, regardless of race, creed or lifestyle, and to advocate for a just society.   We stand with the members of our community who [...]

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany Adapts Services in Face of Pandemic Seniors, homeless individuals, the immunocompromised, those without health insurance – in short, the vulnerable – are feeling the disproportionate effects of the COVID-19 outbreak. People living paycheck to paycheck have been laid off, while seniors are ordered to remain home, without the promise of outside communication or socialization. “Quarantine, layoffs – these are things that directly [...]

 Catholic Charities Senior and Caregiver Support Services temporarily closes senior dining centers – known as “Friendship Cafés” – amid coronavirus concerns. In response to potential risks associated with COVID-19, Catholic Charities Senior and Caregiver Support Services is closing its senior dining centers, also known as “Friendship Cafés” for 30 days, beginning March 16.  The Cafés provide midday meals, wellness programs and [...]