Updates from Judy K. Orr, Executive Director
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As we approach the official end of the New Americans program on September 30, we want to take a moment to recognize the team who embodies our holistic love, hope, and healing service model. By providing the entire range of services from housing and basic needs to employment services, this group has had an incredible impact on our neighbors and on the agency.
We're proud to share that over a dozen staff members have been re-employed in other Catholic Charities programs, while many others have moved on to wonderful new roles at nonprofits and businesses throughout the city. The skills and expertise they gained at CC made them highly attractive employment candidates.
On a July Saturday, the team enjoyed a celebratory international potluck and made plans for an annual reunion. The camaraderie, professionalism, and deep commitment to service that defined this team is an inspiration to us all. Note our matching t-shirts!
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FRC at C.E McGruder Almost Ready! Open House TBA
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After 18 months of working out of boxes during Metro Nashville’s renovation of C.E. McGruder, we are excited to share that our family resource center team is officially moving into their new offices!
You may see a few boxes (and more than a little office clutter) as staff settle in, but we couldn’t be more thrilled to open our doors and welcome our neighbors to our updated spaces, including an enlarged food pantry and a welcoming gathering area.
We are re-invigorated in our mission to give a hand up to local communities, especially the historical area of North Nashville, where multi-generational homeowners live alongside newcomers to the city. Our one-stop hub is host to a plethora of other nonprofit partners, all working together to help those in need. Please watch for our open house date and time, to be announced soon!
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Partnering with the American Heart Association
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Many barriers can keep folks from finding sustainable employment, not the least of which is chronic health care concerns. We’re proud to announce a new collaboration with the venerable and highly respected American Heart Association , who will bring health education, blood pressure screenings, and CPR/AED awareness directly to the communities we serve.
As we focus on expanding services in our family resource centers, in a post-resettlement environment, we are thrilled that our reputation for quality work has enabled us to form new partnerships with a variety of community nonprofits.
AHA is installing blood pressure stations and will provide training at the following Catholic Charities locations:
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C.E. McGruder: Near our food pantry, which serves many older adults.
- Casa Azafrán: In our office suite (location to be finalized).
- Loaves and Fishes at Holy Name Catholic Church: In the dining hall, along with hands-only CPR training for our community.
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This collaboration is rooted in a shared commitment to better health for all. Research shows that life expectancy can be shortened when there is lack of easy access to healthcare, healthy food, and education. We are eager to take these steps alongside AHA to improve lives.
We will continue to share other collaborations as they come to fruition.
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Our Mission:
Following Christ's example, we recognize the
dignity of all people and serve our neighbors.
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Catholic Charities, Diocese of Nashville
2806 McGavock Pike | Nashville, TN 37214
(615) 352-3087 | www.cctenn.org
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