by Bettina Bautista | Feb 12, 2018 | Staff
HR Executive Coordinator by day and scholar by night, CCS’s Kennedy Hobert graduated from George Fox University last spring. As a part of her capstone experience, Kennedy conducted research alongside her professors about concussion testing. Upon finishing her...
by Bettina Bautista | Feb 8, 2018 | People We Serve
Artist Brian HavlikBrian was born with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He wasn’t officially diagnosed with autism until he was a teenager but, growing up, Brian’s mom knew that he was different.Being different can be a good thing....
by Bettina Bautista | Feb 7, 2018 | Friends & Partners
Winifred and Arthur Fromherz had a soft spot in their hearts for young mothers and their babies, so they made sure their commitment to supporting Father Taaffe Homes would continue after their passing. Arthur passed away in 2004 and Winifred passed away in 2017....
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...
