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Impact Stories

Happy couple riding a bike, a Catholic Social Services impact story
Numbers tell you how many people CSS has served. Stories tell you why it matters. Behind every program is a person who showed up, asked for help, and took a step forward. These are some of their stories.

Stories

Ken's Story

Ken is a Vietnam veteran living in Licking County with a disability. In 2018, a hit-and-run accident left him unable to drive and dependent on a wheelchair and walker, with regular medical appointments in Newark and Columbus and no way to get there.

A television ad for CSS Transportation Services and a referral from the Veterans Administration Clinic led Ken to reach out. What followed changed how he experienced daily life.

“It was hard. I didn’t know what I was going to do.”

CSS Transportation Services became a consistent, reliable presence in Ken’s week. Beyond the logistics, Ken describes the CSS drivers and office staff with warmth, noting their friendliness and the dignity with which they treat every rider. For Ken, having transportation is not just about getting to appointments. It is about knowing support is there.

Kathryn's Story

After a medical condition affected her ability to manage daily responsibilities, Kathryn found herself relying on others to handle her finances. Over time, she lost access to her own resources and faced mounting challenges securing housing and meeting basic needs.

Through a referral, Kathryn connected with CSS and enrolled in Payee Services. Step by step, with the support of her representative payee, she rebuilt her financial stability: a structured budget, bills paid on time, and consistent housing.

Today Kathryn lives more independently and has greater confidence managing her finances. Her story reflects what structured, consistent support can make possible when someone is ready to take the next step.

More Stories

CSS has served nearly 12,000 individuals across central and southeastern Ohio this year. Every one of them has a story. Explore more through the videos and client stories below.

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