Brother Francis Shelter celebrates its 40th Anniversary
*Originally featured in the North Star Catholic On August 26th, Catholic Social Services was excited to celebrate Brother Francis Shelter’s 40th Anniversary with…
Read More ›Over 1,000 people are living homeless in Anchorage. We shelter more than 150 of these people every day. Brother Francis Shelter, Clare House, and Complex Care are more than just emergency shelters for adults and families. Homeless Family Services case managers work around the clock to help people transition out of homelessness and experience renewed potential with dignity and respect.
Homeless Family Services case managers provide trauma informed care and critical time intervention to clients. This is done through initiatives like Supportive Services for Veteran Families, Flourishing Families, Path to Independence and more.
St. Francis House Food Pantry provides hunger relief to over 90 families each day. One of the largest food pantries in Anchorage and a leader in the anti-hunger movement, St. Francis House Food Pantry provides a 2-day emergency supply of food to anyone in need.
Of the refugees we resettle, 75% are off public assistance after one year. Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services is the resettlement agency for the state of Alaska. We provide refugees with helpful resources as they settle in Anchorage—connecting them with jobs and weaving them into the fabric of the community.
The challenges of caring for a loved one with developmental disabilities are great, but Family Disability Services exists to ensure they are not insurmountable. We provide a range of developmental disability resources and trained respite providers who work with people in their homes and out in the community.
Your support provides comprehensive shelter services, which means neighbors like Dale have
additional assistance and access to more providers on their journey to permanent stability. Check out the Fall Newsletter ›
This Holiday season, there are many ways to support our neighbors in need, such as donating to program-specific Wish Lists, supporting local families, and volunteering your time Learn how you can give ›
Connects the Anchorage community to Catholic Social Services clients currently working with our case managers. This program helps provide gifts for families in need and share the joy of the holidays Give gifts to families in need this holiday season ›
Help create a holiday season with a little more warmth and happiness for your neighbors by donating items from our Holiday Wishlists! Programs are currently in need of these items ›
*Originally featured in the North Star Catholic On August 26th, Catholic Social Services was excited to celebrate Brother Francis Shelter’s 40th Anniversary with…
Read More ›“These people, from the time I came here – they have opened doors for me, they are very nice with me.” – Daniel,…
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