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Catholic Charities Program Reaches Delinquent Youth

Therapist Stephanie Coffta & Chris Weller, standing behind them, parents Katelyn & William Rodriguez
WBFO News
Therapist Stephanie Coffta & Chris Weller, standing behind them, parents Katelyn & William Rodriguez

By Eileen Buckley

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Buffalo, NY – When you think of Catholic Charities, you might envision a soup kitchen or food pantry offering assistance to the poor. But many of the programs provided by Catholic Charities reach far beyond those needs. WBFO'S Eileen Buckley learned about a program called Multisystemic Therapy Services. It provides specialized family counseling for delinquent and troubled youth ages 12 through 17.

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