Catholic Social Services in Otara on the move

Tuesday, March 8th, 2016

Catholic Social Services in Otara are on the move.

The service’s old building was damaged by fire last year so its staff have taken up residence next door at 12 Otara Rd.

The service has staff who use a faith-based approach to social work, counselling, prison chaplaincy and working with other agencies.

Issues raised often relate to housing, debit, alcohol and drug abuse, immigration matters and domestic violence. Continue reading

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