Bright sunflowers and smiling faces helped to transform the gym into a sanctuary at Saint Catherine Center as more than 125 students and their families, faculty, staff, and friends gathered together on September 22 to celebrate 20 years of service …
It was an extraordinary evening on June 9, 2019, as more than 320 friends, family, and supporters of Saint Catherine Center gathered at Fairfield University to celebrate 20 years of providing a faith-based education for children with special needs. After …
When Elena (Peters) and Stephen Schlegel lost their 20-year-old daughter Katherine last fall, members of the New Canaan High School Class of 1978 quickly focused their upcoming 40th Reunion celebration to make the event a fundraiser for Saint Catherine Center, …
A willingness to try new things has brought about some exciting new experiences for two young women in our Adult Program. Cheering with the Stars For the past four years, Tierra has spent Sunday afternoons with her teammates on the …
Mary “Brady” Cronin of Prospect, Conn., has joined Saint Catherine Center as the new Director of Adult Services. She will work closely with Executive Director Helen Burland to coordinate all program functions, from managing staff and developing Individual Plans for …
Jesus called them to him, saying, “Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.” Luke 18:16 Special Masses for young people with disabilities are both a joyful celebration of …
The Annual “Joy and Gratitude” Dinner on June 10th at Fairfield University was hugely successful, attracting nearly 300 guests and raising over $300,000 in much-needed support for Center programs. (Visit our Facebook page to see the photos!) The combination of …
Spring was definitely in the air for our “Cinco de Mayo” dinner dance Friday, May 4, at St. Pius Church in Fairfield. Our guests came from all over the Diocese for the popular event, which offers adults with special needs …
Saint Catherine Center for Special Needs will host a financial planning workshop on Wednesday, November 8 at 7:00 pm for parents and guardians of children and young adults with special needs. Stephen Ehrens, CPA and Wealth Advisor from Northwestern Mutual …
A group of participants in our Adult Service program spent the day at Gilbertie’s Farm in Easton. Armed with fishing poles and lures, Mr. Mike and Mr. Pat led the group on a fishing adventure. There is a pond located on …