In Their Own Words

In Their Own Words is a monthly series featuring insights and feedback from Caring Gene® participants—because the people best equipped to tell the story of the CPT Program are those who’ve lived it.

The following students received healthcare career funding through the Caring Gene® Career Pathways Training Program, which covers tuition, books, and fees for eligible participants. We asked them all the following question:

“How has receiving funds through the Caring Gene® Program changed your life?”

“The Caring Gene® is truly helping me pursue by dreams in the nursing field. It lifts the financial burden and allows me to concentrate fully on my studies. I am incredibly thankful for this remarkable program and the chance to be part of something so impactful.” – Shaquoia R

“I would not have the opportunity to continue schooling without the financial help from the Caring Gene® Program. I am now able to take on the challenge of nursing school without the stress and burden of coming up with a pay to pay for it. And as an added benefit, I’m able to grow in my career and stay close to home.” – Caitlyn S.

“Beyond the financial support, Caring Gene® Program gave me a renewed sense of hope and purpose. It reminded me that achieving my goals was possible, even after setbacks. Today I am on the path to earning my nursing degree, a dream I had almost given up on.” – Shamichael C.

“Deciding to go back to school was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made because of the financial burden I knew it would place on my family. The thought of taking out loans and adding to our debt made me wonder if it was even possible. But receiving funds through the Caring Gene® took all of those worries away. It made the decision to continue my education not only easy but exciting! Knowing I could focus solely on my studies and my future without the looming stress of debt changed everything for me.” – Teresa R.

“The Caring Gene® Program changed my outlook on my future in the best possible way.” – Samantha W.

Find your purpose

Stories like these are a reminder that a healthcare career is so much more than a title.

It’s about people. Creating connections. Making an impact every single day.

Whether you’re just starting out or thinking about what’s next, the Caring Gene® Program offers healthcare career funding, guidance, and support that could help you find where you’re meant to be.