Mission
Leading 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 MoreA New Chapter for CaringWorks
Dear Friends, After much reflection and with mixed emotions, I have decided to retire from CaringWorks this year after proudly serving as its president and CEO for 24 years. While…
Read MoreCaringWorks Annual Impact Report 2025
Hundreds of individuals were served in 2025, with more than 250,000 nights spent off the streets in safe, stable housing. Learn more about our impact in our latest report. …
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…
Read MoreOn the Front Lines of Stability
March is Social Work Month — a time to recognize the professionals who serve on the front lines of stability, recovery, and housing. At CaringWorks, social workers are central to…
Read MoreElevating Care, Expanding Access: Behavioral Health Milestones at CaringWorks
By Nadine Oldham, LCSW, MAC Behavioral Health Clinical Director, CaringWorks Recent updates in our Behavioral Health program underscore both the quality of care being delivered and the expanded access now…
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