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We wish longtime friend and supporter of the Department for Persons with Disabilities, Father Matthew Twiggs, well in his retirement!

While our programs have persevered on, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson's Food Pantries and Emergency Support Programs have seen the largest increase in need and services provided.

Catholic Charities’ day habilitation program, Gruenert Center, begins remote services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Thank you to the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund for awarding Catholic Charities with a grant to help us continue to provide help and create hope for those in need!

Thank you to America Magazine for featuring this article about our Food Pantries and Emergency Support Programs!

The individuals at the Department for Persons with Disabilities have been sheltering in place throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. On July 16th friend's of Angie's from Barnet House, made her feel extra special with a 60th birthday celebration drive by.

On July 6, the Tompkins family, owners of JT’s Confections presented the Father English Food Pantry with a check for $3,000 to help with the added need for food during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Congrats to Jefferson Township High School Class of 2020 graduates Kailyn Kerr and Lea Mazzacano for receiving the annual Department for Persons with Disabilities scholarship.