Aging into Housing Instability: The Importance of Affordable Housing for Older Adults

We are all familiar with nursing homes, retirement communities, and other facilities that care for older adults, ensuring they can live out their lives with the support they need. But…

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Why Listening to Those We Serve Matters

In the realm of social work, organizations are established to help guide, uplift, and advocate for people who are often navigating real and vulnerable circumstances. When measuring a program’s efficacy,…

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Mental Health is Community Health

As we begin to wrap up Mental Health Screening month, the importance around having conversations about mental health has grown louder and more pressing.  While individual mental health is crucial,…

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Our Veterans Serving Those Who Served

At Caritas of Austin, we believe that no one who has served our country should face homelessness. Unfortunately, many veterans struggle after service, navigating health challenges, financial instability, or the…

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Summer Solutions: How Your Contributions Provide Direct Relief

Summer in Austin brings scorching temperatures that can make life difficult for our neighbors without a place to call home. Sometimes the increased heat can turn from uncomfortable to fatal.…

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