Home Visitation Workshop

Home visitation has been emphasized as the primary method of our works of charity since our Society was founded in 1833. Unlike fads or trendy activities, this is not something that has faded away or is out of date. It has been proven over and over again that this is the best way to learn about those whom we are serving and also the best way to be a servant to the poor. It’s a primary source of our spiritual satisfaction to go to the home rather than ask them to come to us.

“The heart of the Vincentian Ministry is the visitation of the poor in their home…whether that is an ordinary dwelling place , a hospital, a nursing home, a hostel, a prison or even the street.” – National Council of Australia

In this 2-hour workshop, Regional Formation Director Rita St. Pierre will walk us through the reasons we conduct home visits, how to conduct a successful home visit, dangers and pitfalls to be avoided, following up on a home visit, and much more.

This event qualifies as an “Advanced Orientation” topic for experienced Vincentians and satisfies the three-year refresher requirement.

This workshop will be held at the Council Office, St. Mark Cabrini Center, 31 Poplar Dr., Cranston, RI 02920.