Catholic Charities Observes National Alcohol Awareness Month

Agency offers substance abuse counseling programs tailored to meet families’ needs in Brockton and Danvers

BOSTON (April 5, 2007) ... In an effort to increase awareness of the issues associated with alcohol abuse and dependency, and in support of the many families dealing with these issues, Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of Boston, along with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and numerous nonprofit organizations, is observing National Alcohol Awareness Month throughout April. Catholic Charities offers substance abuse counseling through its Family Counseling and Guidance Centers in Brockton and Danvers, just a few of the programs offered by the agency to strengthen and preserve families.

“In addition to facing difficult situations such as increasing housing costs and the need for affordable child care, many families are dealing with alcohol addictions that can further disrupt family life,” said Debbie Rambo, vice president for programs for Catholic Charities of Boston. “At our Family Counseling and Guidance Centers, we work to meet the specific needs of those we serve so they can take better care of themselves and their families.”

Catholic Charities’ Family Counseling and Guidance Centers, located in Brockton and Danvers, provide a comprehensive, integrated continuum of care for people struggling with life issues such as substance abuse as well as mental health difficulties. Services are provided by a team of qualified professionals. Clients also are able to benefit from the wide variety of programs and services provided by Catholic Charities such as food from pantries, emergency financial assistance, adult education programs, and child care.

For more information about substance abuse counseling services, contact Catholic Charities Family Counseling and Guidance Center in Danvers at 978-774-6820 or Catholic Charities Family Counseling and Guidance Center in Brockton at 508-587-0815. Information also may be found on our website at www.ccab.org.

About Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of Boston

For more than 100 years, Catholic Charities has continued its mission of building a just and compassionate society rooted in the dignity of all people. The agency provides approximately 140 programs and services throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Our services respond to the needs of the poor and working poor, provide supportive services to children and families, and assist refugees and immigrants as they become active participants in their communities. Last year, Catholic Charities served nearly 200,000 people in need of all faiths. To discover more of our work, visit www.ccab.org.

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