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The
Franciscan Friars of the Atonement provide care and support
as social service professionals to people in need
who
suffer from:
- Mental
Illness
- Alcohol
and/or chemical dependency
- HIV/AIDS
- Dementia's
including Alzheimer's
- Individuals
on life support
Among
their active ministries are
the following organizations and programs:
 Graymoor
Spiritual Life Center
Since their first retreat facilities were opened in 1970, the
Franciscan Friars of the Atonement have offered people of all
faiths and walks of life the chance to slow down, have a space
apart, get in touch with themselves, and look for the spirit
in their lives. more...
St.
Christopher's Inn
St. Christopher's Inn, located at Graymoor, is temporary home
to more than 1,200 men each year. Since 1908, the Inn has served
thousands of men 18 years and older, many of whom are homeless.
Most suffer from drug addiction and/or alcohol abuse. more...
St.
Joseph's Rehabilitation Center
The ministry at St. Joseph's Rehabilitation Center, located
in Saranac Lake, New York, began in 1971. Often referred to
as "the last chance," St. Joseph's has developed a
successful program with a recovery rate that is the envy of
many others involved in the field of substance abuse. more...
Do
Not Fear to Hope - HIV/AIDS
Since 1988, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement have committed
themselves to an active program of compassionate and competent
care for people living with HIV/AIDS, their families, and friends.
more...
Social
Ministries of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement
The
Friars of the Atonement - Graymoor provide care and support
as social service professionals in hospitals, nursing homes,
and prisons. These ministries are devoted to helping people
on the fringes of society. more...
As
part of the Friar's training, which is supported by charitable
donations, some Friars receive advanced level education
in alcoholism and substance abuse counseling, social work, nursing,
and other professions critical to carrying out their helping
missions.
More about We are Called to Heal and Bring Home:
Retreats
/ St.
Christopher's Inn / St. Joseph's
Rehabilitation Center /
Do Not
Fear to Hope HIV / AIDS / Parish
Work and Ministries
Contact
The Franciscan Friars of the Atonement with your questions or
comments at:
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