Job searching can be tough in today’s job market. It can be even tougher for parents, especially single parents, when finding childcare is also on the list of the priorities. This is the situation Kira found herself in just a few short months ago. Kira and her son were staying with family while she was … See details
When Fransis lost her job, she didn’t know how she was going to provide for her children. With rising inflation and a small safety net, she scrambled to apply for FoodShare, but Fransis knew it was a supplement, not a solution. What she really needed was a job. Thankfully, all it took was a helping … See details
We earn trust by pulling through on our promises, especially when it’s hard. When Michael joined Wisconsin Works (W-2), he wasn’t expecting anything special. He knew that W-2 could keep a little extra cash rolling in during unemployment, and his family needed the money. Once he gave it a chance, however, Michael couldn’t help but … See details
Many reasons can lead to a disruption in full-time employment, and sometimes that can come in the form of a rare health condition. This was the case for Nicole, who, with her three children, was staying in her parents’ home while she took stock of her current capabilities. Taking one temporary job after another made … See details
Financial struggles can bring the weight of the world down on a parent. Audrey knows about that firsthand. Nonetheless, she still advises to “Just keep your head up. I know things can get really bad, and you think that things won’t change,” Audrey says. “Just remember to take it one day at a time.” Audrey … See details
Klara has the kind of grit that helps her laugh when others might cry. Today, however, her smile springs to her lips from a joyful heart. It’s the kind of smile you can hear over the phone while she’s answering calls at her new job. It’s a confident smile, knowing that her children are safe, … See details
Matie was a successful construction and logistics business owner for over 10 years in his home country. He had assisted the US marines in his previous work. Unfortunately, due to the political situation overseas, his home was no longer safe for his family. Matie and his family were forced to pack up and leave behind … See details
Something new: In Rock County, our offices are in the same building as our partner Community Action. This creates a more effective way of delivering resources to clients by establishing a “one-stop-shop” for services and resources. Why it matters: When we can put clients in touch with warm hand offs to partners, they are more … See details
