A Caring Place

A Caring Place Adult Day Services is deeply rooted in the community and prides itself on a commitment to faith, compassion, and services. There is a special focus within our program to treat each person with respect and dignity for the individuals to feel valued and supported.

One of the highlights of the A Caring Place program is the wide range of activities offered to participants. These activities are designed to stimulate the mind, improve cognitive function, and promote physical health. From arts and crafts to music therapy, exercise sessions, and games, the program offers something for everyone. Additionally, the activities are designed to accommodate a variety of abilities, ensuring that each participant can actively engage in ways that are both enjoyable and beneficial for their health.

Recently, A Caring Place has introduced interactive music therapy sessions, where participants get involved with instruments, singing, and even dancing! These sessions are designed to boost mood, enhance cognitive function, and provide a fun, social experience. Participants have enjoyed exploring different genres of music, sharing their favorite songs, and engaging in lively sing-alongs that brighten everyone’s day.

With a focus on fun, creativity, and connection, A Caring Place continues to provide a vibrant and dynamic environment for our clients. Whether it’s through music, arts and crafts, or fitness, the program ensures that every participant has a fulfilling and enjoyable experience. We are dedicated to making each day at A Caring Place a memorable one, full of fun updates and meaningful moments that enrich the lives of everyone involved.

For information about A Caring Place, contact Alayna Bechtel at abechtel@archindy.org.

Crisis Office

As we welcome the warmth and blooms of spring, the Crisis Office is not only busy switching out winter coats and hats for jackets. We are also overhauling our pantries thanks to a generous grant from Gleaners. With this funding, the Crisis Office could purchase more fridges and freezers for the food pantry and more storage racks for the children's clothing in the clothing pantry. 

Many of our volunteers, particularly the lead volunteer over the clothing pantry, Mary Sturm, along with the assistance of CCI’s maintenance crew, are working hard to pack up the winter clothes, build new racks, and rearrange the clothing pantry to make more efficient use of the space. The Crisis Office is so grateful for their devoted service and the many donations that help dress those in need. 

As the inventory in the clothing pantry is getting a new organization system, it's been discovered that there is a great need for children’s summer clothes. Donations can be made at the Crisis Office during operating hours.

Monday- 1:00pm to 3:00pm & 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Tuesday- Thursday- 10:00am to 11:00am & 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Christmas Store

The spirit of giving was alive and well at the Catholic Charities Christmas Store this past holiday season. Thanks to the generosity of our community, we were able to provide gifts, household essentials, and a sense of hope to 750 families in need.

For many families facing financial hardships, the Christmas season can be especially difficult. The Christmas Store helps ensure that parents can provide gifts for their children, allowing them to experience the joy and magic of Christmas.

This incredible effort would not be possible without the many volunteers who gave their time to stock shelves, shop for families, and assist with loading gifts into family vehicles. Their dedication and compassion made the Christmas Store a place of joy and dignity for all who walked through its doors.

We are also grateful for the many donors who contributed gifts and financial support, ensuring that we had enough items to meet the needs of every family who came to us for help.

To learn more about the Christmas Store or how you can support it next year, visit helpcreatehope.org

Endowment Funds Impact Charities

Today and Forever

Donors sometimes question whether they should support an endowment fund over an annual gift, thinking the latter will provide immediate support for the ministry they love. The truth is that both are important. Gifts for today and tomorrow help maintain the financial health of any one of our parishes, schools or ministries. Endowment funds can do both.

An endowment fund is perpetual. Establishing an endowment fund during your life or after your passing helps provide financial support for a charity forever. The principal of the fund is never touched. As the fund is invested, it grows. Each year, our Catholic Community Foundation endowment funds distribute 5% of their value to parishes, schools and ministries. In fact, in fiscal year 2024, we distributed more than $10 million to Catholic organizations throughout the Archdiocese.



You can impact the future of the Catholic cause of your choice. To learn more about endowment funds, please contact us at 317-236-1482 or ccf@archindy.org.

Caregiver Support Groups:

In person support groups for caregivers of older adults. The groups are not disease specific. Registration required. Contact Monica at mwoodsworth@archindy.org or 317-261-3378. If you are not able to attend, feel free to call for caregiver information. 

• 3rd Thursday at the Catholic Center, 1400 N Meridian Street.

• 3rd Tuesday at St Jude's, 5375 McFarland Road.

Support Catholic Charities Endowments

Supporting a Catholic Charities endowment shows your long-term investment in our mission of providing help and creating hope for those in need. By establishing an endowment through the Catholic Community Foundation, or contributing to an existing endowment, you are helping to ensure a sustainable source of funding for generations to come. Every donation, regardless of size, propels us towards a brighter future. Here is a list of endowments that support Catholic Charities Indianapolis programs:

-Catholic Charities: #600-0205

-Holy Family Shelter: #602-0154

-St. Elizabeth Coleman: #270-0240

Click here to support our endowments and be a catalyst for positive change. When donating using this secure online form, you will need to fill in the appropriate fund # from the list above. 

To inquire about A Caring Place, contact Alayna Bechtel at

abechtel@archidny.org 

or (317) 779-3720

To inquire about the Crisis Office or the Christmas Store, contact Michelle Gudger at mgudger@archindy.org or

650-294-13033

To inquire about donating to

Catholic Charities Indianapolis, contact Cheri Bush at cbush@archindy.org

Kroger Community Rewards Program

Did you know that every time you shop at Kroger, you can help support Catholic Charities Indianapolis? Here's how:



1. Register your Kroger Plus Card at Kroger.com/communityrewards (if you do not have one, they are available at the Customer Service desk at any Kroger).

2. Click on "Sign In" or "Create an Account".

3. Search for "Catholic Charities Indianapolis" or enter LM280.

4. Click "enroll".