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Ellie Mineman on being raised and inspired by two generations of Owens women
The following was written by Ellie Mineman (pictured left), granddaughter of Cara founders Mary and... Read Article
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Adrienne and Del discuss how incarceration impacted their relationship
Adrienne and Del, Cara alumni from the classes of September 2014 and June 2016 respectively,... Read Article
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Oreletta and Ashanda on the motivating power of motherhood
Oreletta and Ashanda, Cara alums from the classes of August 2011 and October 2005 Oreletta:... Read Article
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Meet Our #AlwaysEssential Moms
The global pandemic made us pause and take notice of the bravery and tireless efforts... Read Article
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Azeze becomes a landscape leader at Cleanslate
Being a single mom of six is what motivates Azeze, especially in the face of... Read Article
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Heidy starts a new career at BMO Harris Bank
Heidy had to grow up fast and learn how to be a mom at 17.... Read Article
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Patricia, Cara Collective #EssentialMom and staff member, on her journey from student to teacher
“When I came to Cara as a student in 2005, I was in recovery, having... Read Article
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Nicole, Employed Cara Participant, proves to her children that the future is full of possibility.
Nicole is a rock-star mom of four who came to Cara in search of opportunity.... Read Article
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Moms Who Motivate
There are hundreds of moms who have walked through Cara’s doors determined to create a... Read Article
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Dian, Cara Alum, teaches her son to love and care about everyone.
Dian is one of our alumni working on the front lines making a big difference... Read Article