Homelessness
Serving Our Neighbors Together
Churches and faith communities have long been at the forefront of caring for their neighbors—serving meals, offering shelter, supporting families, and responding to homelessness with compassion. At CaringWorks, there are…
Read MoreDetermination and New Possibilities
Client spotlight: Yvonne B. When Yvonne B. reflects on her journey, one word comes to mind: determination. While experiencing homelessness, she remained committed to her education, attending classes and ultimately…
Read MoreAbove and Beyond for Clients and Colleagues
Employee Spotlight: Bridget Fogle, Program Manager For more than four years, Bridget Fogle has served as a dedicated advocate for individuals and families working to overcome homelessness. As a Program…
Read MoreCEO Carol Collard Featured in The DeKalb Champion
From The DeKalb Champion: Nonprofit executive calls decision to retire ‘bittersweet’ “After much reflection and with mixed emotions, I have decided to retire from CaringWorks this year after proudly serving…
Read MoreLeading with Heart and High Expectations
Employee Spotlight: Dr. Karma Russell, Program Director, RISE DeKalb When CaringWorks Program Director Karma Russell recently earned her doctorate in human services with a specialization in leadership and organizational management…
Read MoreA Fresh Start
Frederick’s Story Frederick E. spent more than two years without a home, not knowing where he would sleep or whether he would feel welcome when he stayed with friends. “Just…
Read MoreSupporting Mental Health, Supporting Stability
Mental Health Awareness Month is an important opportunity to recognize how closely mental health and housing stability are connected. At CaringWorks, behavioral health services are a critical part of our…
Read MoreFrom Hope House Client to Senior House Manager
Employee Spotlight: Andrew Midds, Senior House Manager, Hope House When Andrew Midds came to CaringWorks in 2017, it wasn’t as an employee—it was as a client at Hope House, seeking…
Read MoreGrowing the Next Generation of Social Workers
At CaringWorks, supporting individuals on their path to stability is central to the work. That work also includes helping prepare the next generation of social workers who will continue serving…
Read MoreFinding Stability after 13 Years of Homelessness
Tracey’s Story For almost 13 years, Tracey S. experienced homelessness — a time she describes simply as “very scary.” During those years, she moved between different living situations, often staying…
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