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... An Oasis for Women
I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people. Rosa Parks |
Catherine Place creates a welcoming space that provides enrichment opportunities promoting spiritual, intellectual, physical and emotional well-being for women. Founded by the Tacoma Dominican Community in 2000, Catherine Place is located in the heart of Tacoma, Washington and serves the community as:
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 "I've been lucky to meet many other women who are open to sharing joys and sorrows, ideas and opinions, prayers and problems, in a lovely home that gives me a safe and secure place to grow and come out of my darkness." |
Our Mission, Vision and Values
Mission/Philosophy
The purpose of Catherine Place is to improve the quality of life for women by creating a gentle and sacred space to encourage each woman to claim her dignity and worth and by providing opportunities for spiritual and personal growth.
Catherine
Place welcomes women of diverse cultural, spiritual, and economic
backgrounds. We are committed to addressing the special needs of women who
are materially poor or who are in transition and struggling with issues such
as domestic violence, sexual abuse, chemical dependency, child custody,
homelessness, troubled relationships, physical or mental illness, and death.
"Catherine Place is a safe
sanctuary for women on all
their varied life journeys."
Vision
In loving compassion we are called to affirm the worth in one another-women empowering women-listening, learning and sharing, dreaming with one another, honoring diversity and all cultures, and building healthy relationships in families, neighborhoods, and communities.
Values Statement
We are committed to building relationships that are characterized by qualities of: compassion, respect, creativity, integrity, equality, enrichment, empowerment, openness, affirmation, collaboration, mutuality, safety and freedom.
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"I enter the world a better person because of my experiences here and so am better able to make a positive difference in the lives of others." |
Ongoing Groups/Classes
focus on personal growth and spirituality topics including yoga, meditation,
AA, women's spirituality, and life transitions.
Workshops/Retreats address
issues related to
self-care, loss and grief, transitions, healthy
relationships,
and creative expression.
Listening Companions offer support and advocacy as individuals work through the stresses and transitions associated with loss, unemployment, abuse, death of a loved one and other significant life events.
Life Skills Mentoring include topics such as communication, parenting, budgeting, resume-writing and effective decision-making.
Community Advocacy is a vital part of our collaboration with homeless and transitional shelters, violence prevention agencies, church groups, and neighborhood associations as together we work to build a safer and more peaceful community.
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| "At Catherine Place I find a way to give back to my community. I value the creative opportunities to collaborate in the empowerment of women as we move toward greater safety and fulfillment in life." |
Catherine Place is named after the fourteenth century Dominican, Catherine of Siena. With passion for the truth and compassion for humanity, Catherine's vision effected change in the society of her day. Through empowerment of women and the challenging of unjust systems, the Board and Staff of Catherine Place are committed to effecting change in today's world.
We offer hospitality and advocacy to women who participate in personal growth experiences that affirm their dignity and worth. In the company of women from diverse spiritual traditions, each woman is invited to uncover her own spiritual pathway.
The Board of Directors' responsibilities include: the development of the mission, policy setting, strategic planning, and financial oversight. The staff, consisting of an Executive Director, an Associate Director, and two volunteer professional staff members, is responsible for the implementation of all Catherine Place programs, events and services.
Volunteer/Internship Opportunities
Volunteers are an essential part of the operation of Catherine Place. Individuals and groups contribute time in many ways. We welcome your talents and interest in the following areas:
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Hospitality |
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Program Assistance |
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House Care / Maintenance |
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Office Assistance |
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Yard Care / Landscaping |
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Legal Resources |
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Technical Computer Support |
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Advocacy for Women |
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Community Relations |
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Fund Development |
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Newsletter Production |
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Listening Companions |
Catherine Place is also able to provide supervision for individuals looking for an extended internship experience. Please contact us for more information and to explore the possibilities.
| Participate - We welcome your involvement in Catherine Place and invite you to explore the many opportunities that exist. | |
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the space for quiet study, reflection or retreat. |
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Gather -
Catherine Place is available for groups for meetings, retreats,
reflection and planning. Our facility can support up to 18 people for
gatherings and is available Monday through Sunday. For more information
or to make reservations please call us at (253) 572-3547 Donate - Catherine Place counts on the generosity of individuals and groups to continue our work of advocacy on behalf of those women who are look to us for support, advocacy, insight and encouragement. Catherine Place is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation. In kind contributions and tax deductible donations make our work possible and are gratefully received. |
Peg Murphy, Executive Director
Judy Mladineo, Associate Director
Rita Phillips
923 South 8th St.
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 572-3547