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 this healthcare career training program are those who’ve lived it.

The following students received funding through the Caring Gene® Career Pathways Training Program, which covers tuition, books, and fees for eligible participants.

We asked them all the same question:

What does this opportunity mean for your future?

“I wanted to be a nurse since I was 10 years old, and I was going to have to put my education on hold due to the cost. The Caring Gene® Program is the reason I’m able to finish nursing school and has inspired me to be the best nurse I can possibly be.” – Abigail W.

“This opportunity is a bridge to a purposeful future. It’s not just about securing a job. It’s about building a meaningful career where I can serve others with compassion and expertise. The training and support have opened doors to roles I once thought were beyond my reach. Long-term, this is the foundation for a stable, rewarding future where I can grow professionally while contributing to my community.” – Iran D.

“I can provide the best possible future for my son.” – Rosalie D.

“This opportunity represents a turning point in my personal and professional journey. It has given me access to quality education and training without the overwhelming financial burden. I can focus fully on developing the skills necessary to become a competent, compassionate healthcare provider. This program means greater financial stability, a faster path to graduation, and the ability to enter the workforce sooner with less debt. It also reinforces my confidence and commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those I will care for. My goals feel truly within reach.” – Lusumbu V.

“This opportunity laid the foundation for a future filled with purpose, growth, and service. It opens doors to a career that aligns with my passion for wellness, advocacy, and whole-person care. Long-term, I see myself not only working at the bedside, but also using my background in project management and wellness coaching to lead initiatives that improve patient outcomes and support overworked healthcare professionals. Most importantly, this opportunity shows my children what it looks like to take bold risks for what matters. To start over when something no longer aligns, to never stop growing. It’s more than a career change. It is the start of a lifelong mission.” – Meghan K.

This is what possibility looks like.

The Caring Gene® Program is about so much more than education. It’s about parents creating stable futures for their children. Aspiring nurses refusing to press pause on their education. People who once questioned what was possible realizing they have the power to write their own stories.

Now, they’re stepping into meaningful roles through a healthcare career training program that truly changes lives. The CPT Program is breaking down barriers, unlocking potential, and creating change that’ll effect entire communities for years to come.