Joseph House

New Doors at the Crisis Center

New Doors at the Crisis Center

We offer many thanks to A+ Construction of Salisbury, MD for replacing two of the doors at the Joseph House Crisis Center. Even though a little extra work was required, there was no charge for the labor. We deeply appreciate this generous gift. The Crisis Center had been needing new doors for some time. Years…

A First-Class Miracle

A First-Class Miracle

The Joseph House Crisis Center opened 40 years ago today, on February 14, 1984. It was born out of necessity. After making regular trips to help the poor in the countryside, the Little Sisters started to see people coming to their convent asking for assistance. The crowds grew and became too disruptive for the neighborhood….

Spreading Joy at Christmas

Spreading Joy at Christmas

Every year before Christmas, the Joseph House Crisis Center distributes gift bags to hundreds of children in our area. Each bag has two toys, a few stocking stuffers, an activity or coloring book, crayons, pens, and pencils, and a knit hat for winter or a pair of gloves. This is possible only because of the…

In Memoriam: Sherwood Morris

In Memoriam: Sherwood Morris

Sherwood Morris, 70, Joseph House Workshop staff member, died on November 16, 2023, after a short illness. We are deeply saddened by the loss of our friend and co-worker. Sherwood initially came to the Workshop as a resident several years ago. He had a positive attitude, was always upbeat and smiling and greatly benefited from…

Remembering Dave Pogge

We were saddened to hear that Dave Pogge, former president and CEO of Mountaire, died on August 26. Dave was a friend of our community and a generous supporter of the Joseph House. In fact, we have Dave to thank for the Joseph House Workshop. He did many other things for us as well. Sr….

Remembering Gregory Dennis

Remembering Gregory Dennis

On the morning of July 20, 2023, Gregory Dennis, our custodian at the Joseph House Crisis Center, was killed in a hit-and-run accident. We are deeply shocked and saddened by this tragedy. Greg was riding his bike on his way to work when the accident happened at Route 50 and Boundary Street in Salisbury. According…

Holiday Season Recap 2022

The end of the year is always a busy time at the Joseph House. Thanksgiving and Christmas bring out an abundance of goodwill, and we see it in all the ways people share with those in need. We are grateful to be a part of the season of giving, as we help bring people together…

In Remembrance: Anne Cuomo

Anne Cuomo, one of our many wonderful volunteers, passed away on February 3, 2021, from COVID-19. She was a special friend of our community. After earning her B.A. in Mathematics, Anne worked for 34 years in the field of computer and software management for the Department of Defense. Her husband Peter died in 1986, and…