SULLIVAN COUNTY  – Amidst rumors of their closure, Catholic Charities has denied this to be the case as CEO Shannon Kelly released a statement Tuesday confirming their doors staying open for their work in Sullivan, Orange and Ulster counties. However, the organization said it will discontinue its chemical dependency treatment programs and halt admissions to clinic locations such as their location at 396, Broadway in Monticello. 

Kelly said that the decision comes “following an extensive evaluation, and ongoing discussions with local and state government partners.”

The organization cited a critical staffing shortage and an evolving healthcare landscape as key factors that have made it increasingly difficult to continue providing these services. While chemical dependency treatment programs are ending, Catholic Charities emphasizes that its community outreach and engagement teams, including peer advocates, will remain available to assist those in need. 

The organization will also continue offering essential services such as food and housing assistance, case management, youth substance use prevention and education, community outreach and immigration legal services.

Catholic Charities can be reached at:

Sullivan County – (845) 794-8080

Ulster County – (845) 340-9170

Orange County – (845) 294-5124

“Sullivan County’s Division of Health & Human Services staff stand ready to assist anyone struggling with chemical dependency. We have a list of providers to whom we can refer someone in need of treatment and counseling,” said Sullivan County Health and Human Services Commissioner John Liddle.