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Safety & Security for Those Facing Homelessness
Many of the most vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic are those without stable housing.
Aug 13, 2020


Celebrating World Refugee Day in Newport News
Each June 20 on World Refugee Day, CCC celebrates the richness and diversity that refugees bring to America.
Jul 29, 2020


What Can We Do?
I’m an alumnus of Benedictine High School when it was in the heart of Richmond. I was one of just two African Americans in my class.
Jul 3, 2020


Olivier
Olivier was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. When he was nine, his family fled to Burundi because of war. They were resettled a
Jun 19, 2020


I am a Refugee
My name is A.S. I am 13 years old. I came to the United States in 3 years ago by a big plane, lots of miles, from my home country in Asia.
Jun 19, 2020


Navigating a New Life
It was her first day of work as an essential employee, sewing masks during the pandemic.
Jun 8, 2020


The pandemic has some good after all
The pandemic has given me a chance to reflect deeply on God, life and what matters.
Jun 5, 2020


Racism and Prejudice Tear Apart the Fabric of our Communities
We have watched the events of this past week with deep sadness.
Jun 1, 2020


Hope and a Home
Janna lives with her adult son, Cody. Both she and Cody have significant health problems and are at high risk of contracting COVID-19. Cody
Apr 27, 2020


A Long Day and a Happy Reunion
In mid-March, what would normally have been a single day of air travel, turned into a 29-hour trip for CCC staff
Apr 7, 2020


CCC's Response to Coronavirus
In response to the rapid spread of COVID-19 across Virginia, the United States, and the world, CCC continues to provide services.
Mar 19, 2020


Building A Healthy Relationship
Eric decided that he wanted his life to be different when he was released. He wanted a healthy and loving relationship with his partner.
Feb 24, 2020


Overcoming Trauma Through Counseling
Brad entered CCC’s Healthy Relationships Program after he was arrested for violence towards his ex-girlfriend.
Feb 6, 2020


City of Richmond Signs Official Welcome to Refugees
The City of Richmond has become one of the first cities in the nation to provide a consent letter welcoming the resettlement of refugees
Dec 4, 2019




Hope for a Future
As an English-speaker who had previously worked with the United States government in Afghanistan, Aria was hopeful about her prospects
Jun 14, 2019


Home at Last
Charles was born into a low-income family in Church Hill in 1959 and grew up downtown during segregation.
Jun 14, 2019


A Long Road to Safety
Amina’s road to the United States has been long and often painful.
Jun 6, 2019




Volunteer Spotlight
Art Heifetz Much of CCC’s ability to help others depends on volunteers—caring individuals who share their unique talents and skills. Art...
Mar 26, 2019
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