as - CatholicCare case study

Question 1

Briefly outline what CatholicCare is:

Answer 1

CatholicCare is an inclusive organisation committed to helping everyone in need across our community, regardless of religion, age, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, or disability. Being responsive to local needs is at the heart of everything we do.

It’s a social service helping people to live and thrive.

Question 2

What is the CatholicCare’s Mission Statement?

Answer 2

In the footsteps of Christ, we promote dignity, strengthen families and connect communities.

Question 3

When was CatholicCare founded?

Answer 3

1994

Question 4

What was the purpose of starting CatholicCare?

Answer 4

In November 1940 four women, Norma Parker, Elvira Lyons, Constance Moffitt and Eileen Davidson wrote to the Archbishop of Sydney, Norman Thomas Gilroy, recommending that a ‘Catholic Welfare Bureau’ be established.

They knew that the disadvantaged, distressed and devalued in society deserved the best possible care from the Church. They believed a Catholic Welfare Bureau would ensure that children, families and individuals in need were given dignified help. Instead of being given pity, handouts and benevolence, they would be given opportunities and justice.

Question 5

Who is currently in charge of Catholic Care?

Answer 5

Kim McIntyre

Question 6

List 3 practical ways Catholic Care benefits the social welfare of struggling Australian’s:

Answer 6

• Provide home care
• Relationship support through counselling, which also covers things like anger management, financial counselling - online or in person
• Provide employment services - You can work at Catholic Care, meet new people and get involved in the community. You receive thousands of dollars, as well as benefits like paid leave (parental etc), access to yoga and fitness classes, access to mindfulness app etc

Question 7

What was a social issue that someone was facing?

Answer 7

• Relationship/family issues
• Ageing
• Disabilities
• Mental health issues

Question 8

How did Catholic Care help solve/lessen this issue?

Answer 8

We have professional and compassionate teams for counselling, education, emotional support and practical strategies. Our mission is to help individuals, couples and families through life’s testing times.

Our services are caring, confidential and tailored to suit your unique situation;
- Parenting
- Counselling
- Support in schools
- Marriage and relationships
- Family conflict and separation
- Foster care and youth support

CatholicCare’s Wellbeing and Family Relationship Service offer counselling and group work for individuals, couples and families to strengthen relationships, support families and improve children’s wellbeing. We also offer Parenting and Child Development courses.