Not long ago, a local resident we’ll call “PJ” visited our Elkins pantry, bringing with her a story of remarkable transformation. When PJ first arrived late last year, she was in a state of distress. Having recently relocated from another part of West Virginia, she faced an unstable living situation and a potentially dangerous environment....
Category: Case Management
Jumping for Summer Joy: A Day of Family Fun
While summer often means relaxation or vacations for many, some families face a different reality. “Many parents in our Relatives as Parents Program cannot afford family trips,” said Diana Bell, Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) Assistant Chief Program Officer. “For some, even going out to dinner is not possible. Each year, we strive to host...
Catholic Charities Receives Significant Donation from Supporter Edward Klash
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) received a donation in the amount of $89,080 from donor, Edward Klash, which will be used for CCWVa’s Hospitality House in Wheeling. Edward Klash, a long-time resident of Weirton and dedicated electrician at Weirton Steel Company, has left a remarkable legacy of generosity following his passing. Mr. Klash, an alumnus...
John’s Journey Home
In the heart of Parkersburg, a resilient soul named John Landon, at the age of 64, faced homelessness for seven long years. Battling fatigue and the overwhelming stress of life on the streets, John decided it was time to seek a path to change. He turned to Catholic Charities in Parkersburg, and was able to...
A Transformative Journey: Jason’s Inspiring Story Through Our Case Management Program
Case Management at Catholic Charities West Virginia serves to advance the organization’s mission by delivering comprehensive social services to the disadvantaged and underserved population, demonstrating the agency’s unwavering commitment to alleviating poverty among the residents of the Mountain State. Through collaborative efforts between the Case Manager and the service recipient, a strategic plan is devised...
A Story of Hope and Resilience: A Dream of a Homemade Meal Comes True
Many of us can empathize with the desire for a homemade meal. Levi shared this longing, but his aspiration went beyond that – he yearned for the opportunity to cook that meal in his very own kitchen. “I simply crave a homemade meal… the chance to prepare it myself,” Levi said. Levi and Molly encountered...
Hospitality House Empowers Families to Overcome Obstacles
By Katie Hinerman Klug Many families are one unexpected expense away from experiencing homelessness. Without a support system, families are often separated at homeless shelters and continue to struggle to save money. The Catholic Charities Hospitality House in Wheeling is a unique solution to this problem. The Hospitality House provides transitional housing for a family...
Facilitating Greater Self-Sufficiency
By Katie Hinerman Klug Families face poverty for multiple reasons, and there is no single solution. Because of this, helping families get out of poverty is complicated. Telling people in poverty to make better decisions, and penalizing them when they don’t, is ineffective. At the same time, simply providing money to meet their basic needs...