“Bringing Christ to the elderly, the sick, and the dying is a ministry of love. The pastoral care program of the Diocese of Bridgeport is based on the Gospels and Christ’s example of love and care for the sick and those separated from family, friends and community. Our pastoral care providers give personal witness to the presence of Our Lord through their outreach and visitation to the sick, the elderly, their families and their caregivers.” - Bishop Frank J. Caggiano
Our Pastoral Mission
In 2006, the Diocese of Bridgeport partnered with Harborside Healthcare to continue the operation of its three nursing homes, St. Joseph Center in Trumbull, St. Camillus Center in Stamford and St. John Paul II Center in Danbury. With Harborside owning and managing the nursing operation, the Diocese dedicates resources to protect and maintain the Catholic identity and mission of the homes. Today, this partnership at the three Centers continues with the successor to Harborside, Genesis HealthCare — one of the nation’s largest skilled nursing care providers.
The Diocese of Bridgeport is committed to the pastoral mission of St. Joseph Center, St. Camillus Center, and St. John Paul Center: to provide spiritual and emotional support and Catholic services to residents and their families.