The Caring Gene Career Pathway Training program may NOT reimburse participants directly or pay for room, board, meals, or other incidental expenses. However, Caring Gene can connect you to public or other benefits to support participants in completing the training and education programs, including:
Public programs, including referrals to appropriate agencies to support applications for programs including Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF); Transportation; Financial Coaching; Childcare support, including the childcare subsidies offered through Office of Children and Family Services; and connection to mental health support, such as programs supporting stress management and coping mechanisms to avoid burnout.