by John Freund, CM | Dec 30, 2012 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
This infographic takes a look at the cost of being poor in America. The number of Americans living below the poverty line is shocking, and dissecting the various factors and effects this has on society can hopefully shed light on how best to attack this grave problem....
by John Freund, CM | Dec 22, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Ascension Health Alliance and Daughters of Charity Health System Sign Affiliation Agreement December 21, 2012 – Ascension Health Alliance, the parent organization of Ascension Health, and Daughters of Charity Health System (DCHS), a regional health system with 22...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 12, 2012 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Where the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Stands Position papers are an essential part of establishing the view of the Society regarding the issues that affect those in need. The position papers of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul are rooted in our Catholic faith and...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 23, 2012 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
“The elderly are not a problem, a market, a budget: They are real individuals, our own people, our ancestors, in due course — ourselves.” Australian Catholic News services headlines…Australian bishop warns: Don’t cut medical costs by...
by Beth | Sep 15, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Sr. Carol Keehan, DC presented “A Vincentian Focus on Health Care in the USA” at the Annual Assembly of the Ladies of Charity. Among the major points… A review of Vincent’s concern for the poor and how made their plight visible to those in...