Amanda is one of those people who can see the silver lining in just about every cloud. When her days were darkened by the struggle to make ends meet, she turned to Wisconsin Works to bring that silver lining back into focus. Today, she’s bringing her great outlook to a career in healthcare! “She came … See details
She might be too humble to admit it, but Britney has a lot to be proud of today. We just heard that after two years of hard study made possible through WIOA, she earned her nursing license, moved into her own place, and landed a great job! Britney’s infectious optimism and resilience gave her the … See details
“Being a Nursing Assistant is something important to me,” says Gabby. “It is such a rewarding feeling.” Before joining Wisconsin Works, Gabby did not think that going back to school as a single mother was possible. With the support of W-2 and FSET, she just earned her CNA certification and is dreaming bigger than ever … See details
Sue never dreamed that working in a nursing home would be the perfect fit. After starting a Work Experience through Wisconsin Works, she discovered that it was right where she always wanted to be. Sue wanted to find a job she would enjoy doing. She was diligent about applying, but she never seemed to land … See details
If you’re a trendy shopper, you might see Tiana at her new job at Forward 21. Confident and happy, she says that this job gives her confidence to keep pushing forward and makes her “feel so great about myself and the achievements I’ve made and the person I’ve become.” With a family of six, Tiana’s … See details
Reflecting on her journey, Lamyra said “I look at my kids and myself, and everything we’ve overcome: abuse, depression, and a lack of confidence. I know I don’t have to live in fear anymore. I can now allow myself to succeed.” This wasn’t easy, by any means. After leaving an abusive relationship, Lamyra wasn’t at … See details
