Project CATCH - Community Action Target Children who are Homeless - a program of The Salvation Army, founded in 2011, is a collaborative case management model that provides youth focused services to children ages 0 – 18 years old experiencing homelessness. Through our collaborative, families are connected to resources and supports that assist them in maximizing their child's physical, cognitive, and social/emotional development.

WE SEE THEM, HEAR THEM, AND EMPOWER THEM TO SUCCEED.
 

ABOUT PROJECT CATCH

Our purpose is to equip families experiencing homelessness in Wake County with resources and services to nurture the healthy growth and development of their children.

Do you see the smiling face above? That's why we do what we do. Children experiencing homelessness are the most vulnerable in our society, yet they go unseen, unheard, and underserved. That's why The Salvation Army started Project CATCH. These children's hopes and dreams are in jeopardy of going unrealized. But we see them, hear them, and strive to empower them.
 

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

To really understand what we do, you need to experience our mission in action, and meet the wonderful people we work with day in and day out. We have several opportunities for you to volunteer with the children we serve. Email our volunteer coordinator today!
 

DONATE TODAY

Although we're able to impact hundreds of children & families each year, the need is great. We simply can't get to everyone. Invest in our work today to support families experiencing homelessness in Wake County!
 

OUR STAFF
 

·        Sharmaine Joyner, Program Manager
·        Tammy Richardson, CATCH Case Manager
·        Beth Tillett, Circle of Parent Facilitator
·        Jessica Barner, Circle of Children Facilitator
·        Deb Thompson, Technical Assistant
·        Laura Tatlock, Outreach Case Manager  

WHAT WE DO

OUR PARTNERS

CATCH accepts referrals from our partner agencies as well as self-referrals.

Eligibility

Services are provided to youth and families residing in Wake County experiencing homelessness as defined by McKinney-Vento.

McKinney-Vento defines homelessness as:

Individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence i.e.

* living in motels/hotels

* doubled up -sharing a home with another family due to economic hardship or loss of housing

* living in a shelter

* living in cars/parks/campgrounds/abandoned building

* living under bridges, bus stations

* unaccompanied homeless youth
 

CIRCLE OF PARENTS

Circle of Parents is a program of Project CATCH of the Salvation Army of Wake County and sponsored by Prevent Child Abuse NC. Circle of Parents is a parent-led and professionally facilitated parent and child support group that gives parents the opportunity to share in each other’s challenges and successes while developing a network of support. It is a place to talk, listen, share ideas and gain access to resources relevant to parenting. Circle of Children provides social and emotional skill-building programming to children while their parents attend the adult sessions. Circle of Parents offers meetings free of charge and is available to parents and children who are experiencing homelessness or are transitioning into housing in Wake County. For information about Circle of Parents, please contact Beth Tillett.

For information about volunteering with our Children’s Circles, click here.

For more information on how to get involved with Circle of Parents:

Project CATCH Case Manager Circle of Parents – Beth Tillet

Project CATCH Purpose Statement:
To ensure families experiencing homelessness in Wake County have access to a coordinated system of care
that nurtures the health, well-being and success of their children.