Parish Social Ministry
                   (Outreach)
                               
          Parish Social Ministry(PSM) is here to
          help the members of our community
          in any way we can. Sometimes, we 
          can help you sort out a problem or 
          give you a referral over the phone.
          In other cases, you may need to
          come in to more thoroughly review
          you circumstances and explore options.
          Whatever the situation, there's probably
          something we can do for you.

          We have resources to help with grocery
          shopping, free legal assistance, prescription
          discount plans, suicide prevention, domestic
          abuse, employment assistance, services for
          veterans, the elderly and those with special
          needs; the list goes on and on. We feature
          individual services and programs, in detail,
          in the Bulletin, so make sure you look for it.
          If you are unable to pay your bills, we can 
          evaluate your circumstances to see what
          services you may qualify for and then help
          advocate for you to get them. You may be
          eligible for services that you do not even
          know existed.

          We know that there are those of you who 
          need help, but are too proud or embarrased
          to come forward. You may not want to be
          seen coming into our office. Rest assured
          that no one will know why you are coming.
          You could just be making a donation or inquiring
          about our Caregiver's Support Group among other 
          things. We respect your privacy and want you to
          know that everything is kept strictly confidential.

          In addition to personal assistance, we have a
          Special Needs Advocate on hand who helps 
          to make sure that our parish facilities are
          accessible to everone and address issues that
          come up in this area. We'll schedule guest speakers
          and workshops if there's an issue of importance
          that many of you are asking about.

          All this in addition to the Food Pantry that many
          of you are familiar with and so generously support.
          This can be very helpful to those who ask themselves
          the question "eat or heat?". We can help you supple-
          ment your nutritional needs, so you can use the
          money you have for other needs.

          During the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday
          season, we offer food for the holiday dinner and 
          gifts for under the tree. It's through the generosity
          of our parishioners we are able to have this available
          for those individuals and families that may need it.

          If you need us, please call or come in. If you know
          someone who can benefit from our services, please
          encourage them to contact us. If you would like
          to make a donation, we greatly appreciate it!

          Our regular hours are Tuesday, 12-3 PM,
          Wednesday and Thursday, 10AM-2PM
          Appointments may be arranged for other
          times if necessary. Call us at 516-775-0840
          to receive the help and support that you need.