Who taught you how to be a mom or dad? How to fix a flat or save for the future? We all have different answers, and some may say, “I never was taught those things.” At Care Net we understand that not everyone has a role model mom or dad. But it’s never too late … Continued
Carrie had no job and a tiny infant to care for. She was fleeing an abusive relationship and she needed help right away. Her social worker referred her to Care Net’s maternity home, The Elizabeth House (TEH). As soon as she walked into TEH, Carrie went from feeling alone to having a sense of family and … Continued
Abortion was the only way out. Until an ultrasound changed everything. The news couldn’t have been more shocking. Kathy was sitting at a doctor consult for a tubal ligation when she heard the news. “I’m sorry, we can’t more forward. The bloodwork shows you are pregnant.” How could this be happening? The plan was to prevent another pregnancy from ever happening, … Continued
“Do you offer parenting classes? I’ve called lots of places and no one will help me.” Corey* was desperate. He had been separated from his four-year-old daughter, Leesa*, for too long. She was currently living in a foster home, estranged from her mom who was in a bad situation. He was trying to gain custody, … Continued