Lives Changed

Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve quality of life for all members of the community. With the proper support and resources, our members are able to truly change the trajectory of their lives. 

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Quanniece

In late January, our dedicated member, Quanniece, a single parent of 4 kids, encountered an unexpected hiccup in her housing situation, creating a temporary challenge. However, she swiftly overcame this obstacle with resilience and determination and secured a new place to stay. Since then, this individual has regained stability in

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Mandy

Mandy was distraught and behind on her bills after being laid off from her job. She was without a vehicle and had taken out two payday loans to keep herself afloat.  Our SkillUp program was able to assist Mandy in her job search, providing help with updating and revising her

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Elizabeth

Elizabeth has always wanted to work in healthcare and came to the SkillUP program at CMCA to figure out how to get started. Balancing family responsibilities and life, she pursued medical billing and coding online. She enrolled in a program at a local college and dedicated herself to her studies.

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Daniel

Daniel’s journey is truly inspiring—a powerful reminder of resilience and the impact of second chances. After nearly three decades without employment and as a member of the homeless community, Daniel took a bold step forward by enrolling in the SkillUP Program. When he enrolled, he hadn’t worked since 1998. Yet

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Ashley

Ashley’s journey is one of remarkable strength and perseverance. After becoming a single mother and surviving a car accident that left her with a traumatic brain injury, she faced overwhelming physical, emotional, and financial challenges. Everyday tasks became difficult, and the future felt uncertain. But Ashley’s love for her son

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