The following resources may be helpful in addressing pastoral concerns during the COVID-19 pandemic and other times of crisis. Some of these agencies and initiatives also offer volunteer opportunities and other forms of service. Above all, we must remember the promise of Jesus Christ: "I am with you always, until the end of the age" (Matthew 28:20). In the Church, no one is alone.
Financial Needs
Hotline:
Catholic Charities OKC --- COVID-19 related assistance, plus counseling, housing services, etc. Call: 800-375-8514
Oklahoma Employment Security Commission -- Virtual filing for unemployment in Oklahoma. Call 800-555-1554
PenFed Foundation -- Financial assistance for Veterans
Stimulus check/tax relief
Sister BJ’s Pantry -- Food, clothing, and housing for the homeless.
Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma
Saint Vincent de Paul Societies
Good Samaritan Clinic -- A primary care clinic exclusively serving the uninsured. Call 405-506-7327
Mercy Community Outreach List -- A list of free/low cost health clinics in the OKC Metro Area.
List of low cost healthcare (including dental, pharmacy, etc.) in the OKC Metro Area.
Oklahoma State Department of Health
Willow Pregnancy Support
GoLife Mobile Ultrasound
Mental Health Needs
Hotlines:
Alcoholics Anonymous --List of online meetings
Narcotics Anonymous -- List of online meetings
Palomar OKC -- A family justice center providing assistance to victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault, stalking, elder abuse, and human trafficking. Call: 405-552-1010; Text: 405-355-3556
The Virtue Center -- Counseling for individuals struggling with substance abuse, compulsive gambling and mental health issues including trauma. Call 405-321-0022
Family and Relationship Needs
Hotlines:
CleanHeart Online -- resources for those struggling with pornography
Sunbeam Family Services -- early childhood, counseling, and senior services. Call 405-528-7721
Legal Aid -- Legal help for eligible low-income people with civil legal problems in OK. Call 888-534-5243
Oklahoma City University Pro Bono Eviction Assistance Program - (405) 208-5207
National Catholic Bioethics Center -- Free ethical consultation service. Call 215-877-2660
Stephen Ministry Grief Support
Archdiocese of Oklahoma City -- Links to online masses, prayers, etc.