News & Updates

CCCAS directors recently participated in the LEAD Workshop, gaining valuable leadership skills to enhance personal growth and strengthen CCCAS’s mission.

Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania grant funds CCCAS counseling program.

At Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption Services (CCCAS), we are incredibly blessed to have partners who are deeply committed to our mission.

In recognition of Recovery Month, "Healing Through Nature" took place on September 19 at Graveyard Pond Trail, located in Presque Isle State Park.

On 9/6/2024, Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption Services (CCCAS) hosted a memorable "Porch Party" to honor and appreciate the dedicated work of our talented staff.

Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption Services (CCCAS) is thrilled to announce that we have been honored with the Loving Giving Local award, presented by JET 24 YourErie News and Auto Express Kia.

Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption Services (CCCAS) is pleased to announce that Mayor Schember recently visited our refugee department to present special proclamations to our current refugee clients. 

In a recent initiative to integrate community services and educational resources into the Cultural Orientation series, CCCAS’s Refugee Resettlement Services coordinated a successful library tour for their clients. The event, organized by Sarah Speir, Ph.D., Cultural Orientation & ESL Education Coordinator, highlighted the Blasco Library's extensive resources and support services.

We are delighted to welcome the Maniriho family to Erie, marking the beginning of their new chapter in the United States. 

Erie Gives Day is just under two weeks away! This special day is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and support the invaluable work of local nonprofits like ours.

The organization is now thrilled to introduce a vibrant new team, infused with positive energy and innovative ideas.

Congratulations to our CCCAS Therapists and Counselors for being awarded runner-up! 

On Wednesday, December 13th, The Most Reverend Lawrence T. Persico, Bishop of the Diocese of Erie, bestowed an Official Blessing on the new accessible Counseling Room at our 329 W. 10th Street office.

Please help support the mission of CCCAS through participating in Giving Tuesday, on November 28th.

CCCAS welcomes Akram Bhatti as the new Director of Refugee Resettlement Services!

Congratulations to our dedicated team of professional Therapists and Counselors! 

CCCAS staff gathered for a well-deserved fellowship event. Food, friends and fellowship - what a wonderful way to spend a day!

Announcing the CCCAS 70th Anniversary Fundraiser and Open House. 

A big Thank You! The response to Erie Gives in support of Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption Services far exceeded our expectations and hopes. The results were both phenomenal and record breaking.

We just got in a whole bunch of brand-new, hand-made blankets in a variety of weights and sizes.

I believe my greatest asset to CCCAS is my extensive volunteer involvement with non-profit organizations, and most importantly, my passion to serve.

All together, they were able to collect and donate over 40 "hospitality bags", as well as a cash donation.