by Bettina Bautista | Feb 7, 2018 | Sanctuary
Emotional IntelligenceEmotional intelligence can be defined as our ability to identify a wide variety of emotional states in ourselves and others, to express our feelings in words and to respond to the emotions of others with patience and empathy. Research shows that...
by Bettina Bautista | Jan 16, 2018 | Events
Staff and customers gathered together in December at St. Edward Catholic Church to celebrate the holidays at the annual CCS Christmas party.Each guest received a gift bag and was entered into a raffle. Some of the raffle prizes included gift cards, blankets, and other...
by Bettina Bautista | Jan 16, 2018 | Events
Our Independent Living Program (ILP) recently hosted a Christmas craft night at the Kroc Center where youth created gifts for Christmas ranging from neck warmers to cozy tied blankets. Each year, ILP helps nearly 200 foster youth develop life skills on their way to...
by Bettina Bautista | Jan 15, 2018 | Events
Through the holidays, CCS programs partnered and gathered with community members to celebrate the season in the spirit of unity and generosity…Mission Benedict Christmas BoxesMission Benedict collected enough food for 150 boxes for families in need, more boxes...
by Bettina Bautista | Jan 15, 2018 | Intranet Stories
January 2018All-Staff Christmas PartySt. Joseph Shelter Transfer CeremonyIn the Spirit . . .United Way Campaign a Success!CCS Spotlight – Kennedy HobertSanctuary Theme of the Month – Self-DeterminationDownload this issue of CCS Community News –...
by Bettina Bautista | Jan 8, 2018 | Events
2017 United Way Campaign Photo GalleryAs we wrap up the United Way Campaign this year, we can do so feeling proud! This year, CCS raised nearly $2,000 for United Way.The winners for each event competition were announced at the Big Basket Blowout and potluck on...
by Bettina Bautista | Jan 8, 2018 | Sanctuary
Self-DeterminationThe New Year represents a new beginning, a fresh start, and 365 opportunities to change ourselves for the better. We feel a sense of hope. Our commitment to Sanctuary calls us to honor and practice self-determination, which encourages us to exercise...
by Bettina Bautista | Nov 21, 2017 | Events
November/December 2017In this issue:All-Staff Christmas PartyFHI Takes Collective Impact to Next LevelBig Basket Blowout & PotluckISN Spotlight: Stephanie StokerAnnual LuncheonSanctuary Theme of the MonthDownload CCS Community News
by Bettina Bautista | Nov 21, 2017 | Sanctuary
SafetyThe holidays are a joyous time, but they can also be stressful. With family parading in and out of town, dinner parties, and the pressure to come up with extra money for gifts, we can begin to feel frazzled and emotional. Fall is a good time to review and update...
by Bettina Bautista | Nov 17, 2017 | People We Serve
Robin was born with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She grew up in poverty and, in spite of being a target of bullying and ridicule, her inner spirit of determination prevailed. Although she was told she couldn’t, she worked hard and secured her...
