Catholic Charities Archidiocese of Galveston-Houston
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Contact Information
2900 Louisiana St
Houston, TX 77006
United States
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Houston, TX 77006
United States
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM-5 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
For nearly 80 years, Catholic Charities has provided food, clothing, shelter, and a network of support services to people of all ages and from all walks of life and religious backgrounds. We also promote social justice, serving as a voice for the poor and vulnerable.
Annually, we provide help and create hope for nearly 100,000 people as they create better lives for themselves and their families.
Guided by God’s love, Catholic Charities helps people in southeast Texas by providing caring, compassionate services and advocating for social justice in collaboration with parishes and communities.
Catholic Charities serves anyone in the Greater Galveston-Houston region who needs us, from any religious background and from all walks of life.
Services and information
- Traditional Foster Care
- Emergency Foster Care
- Respite Foster Care
- Adoption
Requirements to become a foster parent
Adults who are new to the fostering process sometimes feel overwhelmed and wonder if they will have support on their journey. Your child-placing agency is the first resource. Social services caseworkers provide aspiring foster parents with various types of support and connections. These include free educational training programs, helplines, and support groups.
It is important that foster parents build their individual support network, too. Connecting with other foster families with more experience is an excellent place to begin. Texas groups offer foster parent meetups; you can search online for the closest one.
The Texas Foster Family Association provides state training, a regional directory of support services, a summer training conference, and more. Membership benefits include getting access to foster care professionals and learning more about ways to become better caregivers. Children of TFFA members can also get assistance through the Scholarship Fund.
Austin Angels is another support organization that strives to assist foster parents and Texas foster children. They offer care packages and gifts for foster children and their caregivers, mentorship options, and education, among other resources. Foster children and teens can learn valuable skills that help prepare them for independent living, as well.
Ratings and Reviews
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Jan 04, 2020
(Translated by Google) Very good care and they help a lot to the people who need it most.
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Muy buena atención y ayudan mucho alas personas que más necesitan
Dec 29, 2019
(Translated by Google) Excellent
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Exelente
Dec 11, 2019
In general catholic charities, in my opinion, is horrible. I have been to a few in other states to seek needs and every time I have gotten "we can't help you, call 211." Without fail! So my question is, what do they actually help with? Disrespectful, uncaring, and stuck up, in my opinion. I will never go here again!
Dec 11, 2019
Oh my God Ms. Naddy from the refuges services is awesome and selfless. She is busy but fast and will advocate for you. I have not had such amazing service in a very long time. I appreciate you ma'am!
Dec 06, 2019
(Translated by Google) What requirement do they ask me to receive help? I am really in a difficult situation
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Que requisito me piden para poder recibir ayuda .. realmente estoy en una cituacion dificil