Media Coverage

Media Coverage

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conversation on housing and stability.

Through public advocacy, media partnerships, community leadership, and direct service experience, Mercy helps inform conversations about housing, recovery, and solutions that strengthen communities across Connecticut.

Listen to CEO Kara Capone discuss Mercy Housing and Shelter Corporation, the increase in homelessness in our community, and Mercy Housing’s participation in Birdies for Charity.

CEO Kara Capone Receives Homelessness Social Justice Award

CEO Kara Capone Receives Homelessness Social Justice Award

Governor Announces Statewide Funding for Homeless Diversion Services

Governor Ned Lamont took to the podium during a news conference at Mercy Housing’s St. Elizabeth House to announce the release of $5 million from the state’s Federal Cuts Response Fund to be used statewide for homelessness diversion. 

Watch the full news conference below.
Watch WTNH’s coverage of the news conference, and read CEO Kara Capone’s comments, below.
Read CEO Kara Capone’s comments from the news conference in the article from CT Public below.

Chris, a participant in Mercy’s Permanent Supportive Housing program, shared how Mercy’s programs changed his life during a conference about reduced funding for homelessness services.

Watch full coverage of the news conference below.
Read a portion of Chris’s story from the news conference in the article from the CT Mirror below.

CEO Kara Capone Speaks at News Conference with Governor Lamont Nov. 7.

Capone joined state leaders and Governor Lamont to discuss the state’s upcoming Special Session, which includes a revised housing bill.

Watch full coverage of the news conference below.
Read CEO Kara Capone’s comments from the news conference in the article from CT Public below.
Read Fox 61’s coverage of the news conference and CEO Kara Capone’s comments below.

CEO Kara Capone Speaks at News Conference with Governor Lamont Nov. 7.

Capone joined state leaders and Governor Lamont to discuss the state’s upcoming Special Session, which includes a revised housing bill.

Watch full coverage of the news conference below.
Read CEO Kara Capone’s comments from the news conference in the article from CT Public below.
Read Fox 61’s coverage of the news conference and CEO Kara Capone’s comments below.

CEO Kara Capone Speaks at News Conference with Governor Lamont Aug. 4


Mercy Housing receives Sisters of Mercy of the Americas Mercy Fund for Ministry Grant

The grant supports the work done in Mercy Housing’s Friendship Center

Read the story of “David”, a retired teacher who has become homeless and is a frequent guest at the Friendship Center as posted on the Sisters of Mercy of America’s website.

Mercy shelter offers refuge and support to those experiencing homelessness



Mercy Housing Hosts Governor Lamont for Jan. 17 News Conference

Lamont announced a $58.6M allocation from the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee to create a new housing initiative for those experiencing homelessness and opioid use disorder from the Chapel at St. Elizabeth House.

Watch full coverage of the Governor’s news conference at St. Elizabeth House below.
Watch NBC Connecticut’s interview with CEO Kara Capone and a resident graduating from Mercy Housing’s Women’s Recovery Program.
Watch WTNH’s coverage of the Governor’s news conference at St. Elizabeth House.

CEO Kara Capone Touts Importance of Rapid Rehousing For Those Experiencing Homelessness and Addiction

Her comments to the CT Mirror follow the announcement of a $58.6 million dollar allocation from the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee.


Archives

Click below to review coverage from the 2025 Legislative Session

CEO Kara Capone Speaks at CT Nonprofit Alliance News Conference:

CT Mirror: CHA CEO Kara Capone provides insights into need for funding for CT Homeless Response System at 2025 CT CAN End Homelessness Legislative News Conference

Click below to read articles from 2024:

CT Post: CEO Kara Capone shares how Mercy makes the holidays brighter for those in need

CT Mirror: Cold Weather Services for the Homeless may Shrink after Funding Cuts

WCAI: CT Housing Case Workers Report Burnout as the State’s Housing Crisis Worsens

Chris, a participant in Mercy’s Permanent Supportive Housing program, shared how Mercy’s programs changed his life during a conference about reduced funding for homelessness services.

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