Author: emma stanley
Bunnies, eggs and fasting – we answer some of your Easter questions
Every year, once Christmas is over, the Easter bunnies, eggs and hot cross buns seem to enter shopping centres earlier and earlier. These symbols of Easter are so entrenched in our culture that we don’t often think to ask where they originated.
Oscar’s search for family takes him to NZ
From a young age, Oscar wondered about his estranged family, but these thoughts were often associated with sadness. After entering care with CatholicCare in 2019, his team of workers became his substitute family.
A shared zest for life and adventure
Rain, hail or shine, 82 year old Rudy will never say no to an adventure with his CatholicCare Support Worker, Anthony. Rudy is always ready to go when Anthony arrives at his door.
At the mercy of his perpetrator
For several months, 66 year old Peter lived between hotels. As he grappled with memory loss and substance use, Peter would rely on the goodwill of hotel owners and acquaintances for shelter.
Bridging gaps and creating change on World Day of Social Justice Day 2025
World Day of Social Justice is celebrated each year on 20th February and the theme for 2025 is ‘Empowering Inclusion: Bridging Gaps for Social Justice.’ Perhaps there is something a little familiar about the theme for World Social Justice Day this year.
Taylor thrives in her placement
Before entering an Individual Placement Arrangement with CatholicCare in October 2022, 12 year old Taylor had never lived anywhere for very long. Her placements with foster carers and family members would regularly break down, and in the months before coming to CatholicCare she was living in temporary accommodation with agency workers.
Gemma survives financial abuse
For Gemma, aged 35, her $26,000 debt didn’t accrue overnight. Gemma’s debt was the culmination of years of financial abuse, coercion, bullying and betrayal.
Understanding Alfie
When Alfie first started at the OSHC 21/2 years ago, he was in a mainstream class at school. After being diagnosed with autism and ADHD, Alfie transitioned into a support unit class.
Sally builds meaningful connections
Last year marked a significant and heart-warming chapter in our Intensive Therapeutic Care (ITC) team as we welcomed Sally into our care.
The power of advocacy
Pregnant, homeless and terrified that the Department of Communities & Justice (DCJ) would remove her unborn child, Lana called CatholicCare Case Worker, Naomie.
My healing journey
Since engaging with CatholicCare’s counselling services, Sal has been able to process the trauma associated with her injury and has actively sought treatment.
Adapting seasons for growth for Year 11 & 12s
Seasons for Growth is a program that strengthens the emotional and mental wellbeing of children and young people who are adapting to experiences of change, loss and grief in their lives.