Homelessness
Healing Through Art
Breaking the cycle of homelessness requires healing: healing from past traumas, healing from self-doubt, and for many, healing from the physical and emotional effects of substance addiction. But what does…
Read MoreMore than Housing: Behavioral Health Services Help Clients Escape Homelessness
Bernice R.’s past is marked with trauma. As a child and through adulthood she experienced neglect, abuse, rape and more. “I went through a lot. I didn’t even go to…
Read MoreCelebrating Social Work Month: Honoring the Compassionate Heart of CaringWorks
March has allowed us to recognize and celebrate Social Work Month—a time to honor the tireless dedication and unwavering compassion of social workers around the globe. Among those shining examples…
Read MoreThe Face of Homelessness
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to overlook one of society’s most pressing issues: homelessness. Behind the statistics and headlines are real people, each with…
Read MoreFacing Life on its Own Terms
Client Spotlight: Eddie M. Though he wasn’t physically wounded while serving in Iraq during the Gulf War, Navy Veteran Eddie M. suffered from the psychological and emotional consequences of war.…
Read More“Single mom escapes homelessness with help from CaringWorks,” Atlanta Journal-Constitution Inspire Atlanta
CaringWorks CEO Carol Collard and client Amber Burns were recently featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s Inspire Atlanta for a story about escaping homelessness. Amber Burns had spent much of her…
Read MoreCaringWorks Annual Impact Report
At a time when economic conditions make our work more urgent than ever, CaringWorks has grown to become one of Georgia’s leaders in providing permanent supportive housing. For us, growth means…
Read MoreBeing the Mom I was Meant to Be
For Amber B., Mother’s Day is a reminder of how far she’s come in the last few years. A single mother to two young girls, Amber has faced many trials…
Read MoreGrateful for a Chance at Life
John J. vividly recalls the night in July 2020 when he hit rock bottom after trying to buy drugs. Though he had a job, he was on the brink of…
Read MoreA New Lease on Life
Years ago, David W. lived in a comfortable neighborhood and had a flourishing business. But after some unimaginable events, David lost it all. Depressed and with nowhere to turn, he…
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