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James Jumpstarts His Career at Cleanslate
“I first came to Cara Collective in November of last year as a referral from... See More
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Yvonne Rediscovers Herself
“I experienced a lot of struggles and trauma in my life. I knew pain all... See More
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Lisa Finds Her Community
“Before I came to Cara Collective, my future didn’t seem bright at all. I was... See More
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Johneak Discovers the Value in Himself
“Before Cara, I graduated high school and did a couple semesters at college. But when... See More
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Segorie’s Journey from the Streets to Stability
“I grew up on the West Side of Chicago in Cabrini Green, a neighborhood known... See More
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“I needed to find a way to start my life over.”
The following is told by Tyrone, an employed participant of Cara, May 2024 Cohort. “In... See More
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“I have my independence again.”
The following is told by Cara graduate Amira, June 2023 Cohort. “Before Cara, I was... See More
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“My nerves were on fire!”
The following is told by Esmeralda, an employed participant of Cara, January 2024 Cohort. “When... See More
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“I stopped feeling the darkness.”
The following is told by Gisselle, an employed participant of Cara, April 2024 Cohort. “Before... See More
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“I found more than I was looking for at Cara.”
The following is told by Elaine, an employed participant of Cara, January 2024 Cohort. “I... See More