Our Stories of Hope and Compassion

Welcome to the Catholic Charities of Long Island Blog! Here, we share stories of how through Jesus Christ, we share hope, compassion, and help to those in our Long Island community who need it the most. Join us on a journey through the heartwarming experiences, valuable insights, and our tireless efforts to create positive change on Long Island. Explore our blog to stay connected with our Catholic calling to serve, inspire, and empower all God’s people with dignity and care.

Eagle Scout Projects Are Welcome Gifts for Catholic Charities

Written on 09 July 2026.

Lorenzo Falanga made quite an impression at Regina Residence in Merrick. Afterall, it’s not every day that Catholic Charities of Long Island receives a donation like the one planned, organized and collected by the high school junior from H. Frank...

As She Retires, Kim Parbst Looks Back on Her Care for Seniors

Written on 26 June 2026.

As She Retires, Kim Parbst Looks Back on Her Care for Seniors For the past decade, Kim Parbst has served as Director of Senior Services for Catholic Charities of Long Island, the culmination of her career working on behalf of seniors. Her love...

Catholic Charities Helps Refugees Find Hope Together

Written on 23 June 2026.

Catholic Charities Helps Refugees Find Hope Together United was the word at the annual World Refugee Day observance organized by Catholic Charities of Long Island. A large crowd, including many young families, gathered at the Amityville campus...

This DSP Felt Welcome at Bustamante from Day One

Written on 02 June 2026.

Chris Bornschein’s first visit to Bustamante Residence took place during an open house. He had never served as a Direct Support Professional, but immediately took a liking to the work beginning on his first day in January 2023. Residents...

Nonprofit Management Program Gives CCLI Director ‘Bigger Picture Perspective’

Written on 29 May 2026.

Christine Lai, a 20-year employee of Catholic Charities of Long Island who has been Director of Mental Health Services since May 2022, recently earned a certificate for Excellence in Nonprofit Management for completing a 36-credit Continuing Education...

Catholic Charities ‘Family’ Members Receive Caritas Award

Written on 20 May 2026.

This year’s Caritas Award Dinner honored the father and daughter team of Joseph J. Fennessy and Carol Sciotto for their support of Catholic Charities of Long Island’s service to our neighbors in need. The honorees “remind...

At St. Joseph’s Day, Seniors Told Faith Keeps Them ‘Young at Heart’

Written on 12 May 2026.

At Mass in St. Agnes Cathedral, Bishop John O. Barres thanked 300 seniors served by Catholic Charities of Long Island for living their Catholic faith in this season of their lives. “When we are in union with Christ on the cross, there is powerful...

Catholic Charities Leads First Mental Health Day for Students

Written on 07 May 2026.

The first Mental Health Day organized by Catholic Charities of Long Island was presented April 24 to students at St. John the Baptist Diocesan High School in West Islip. The morning offered an early recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month in...

Blessing of New Catholic Charities Center in West Hempstead and Seniors

Written on 24 April 2026.

Auxiliary Bishop Andrzej Zglejszewski blessed the new Catholic Charities of Long Island West Hempstead Senior Community Service Center at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish and seniors attending programs there April 21 in a joyful morning ceremony...