Sometimes a Valentine looks like a meal and a rent check. Your love made a difference for Alessandra* and her son. Because of you, Alessandra has a warm and safe home this Valentine’s Day. Alessandra is pregnant and married to an abusive man who is now in jail. She had an eviction notice in her … Continued
If you’ve been walking with Care Net for a while, you may know already know this. It has been on our hearts to move our Fatherhood program forward for a number of years. That’s why it is with great joy that we introduce you to the newest member of our staff, our Fatherhood Specialist, Mitch … Continued
When we talk about saving and changing lives, we really mean it. The essence of what we do every day makes the difference between life and death. For every day that life hangs in the balance, you make saving and changing lives possible. As we look back on the year behind us we are celebrating … Continued
“All this is for me?!” exclaimed Jada*. Jada was looking at her new bedroom in The Elizabeth House for the first time. The fully furnished bedroom was ready for her, complete with new towels, sheets, bedding and a lovely handmade quilt. On the dresser were new toiletry items that were ready for Jada’s use. The … Continued
The year was 1998. Care Net Pregnancy Center of Dane County was then the Pregnancy Information Center. This name was often abbreviated PIC. PIC also stood for the three branches of the then much smaller ministry: Prevention, Intervention and (Re)Conciliation. Prevention: Through our LifeWise program, young adult presenters went to public school classrooms. These presenters … Continued
Now Rose* Can Do Anything, Because of You A courageous and beautiful Rose, a 2017 graduate of The Elizabeth House, shared her story of hope and redemption at Care Net’s Annual Fundraising Banquet. “I once was lost. I didn’t know who I was or what my purpose was. I made some horrible decisions and was going … Continued
by Liz Osborn — As followers of Jesus Christ, we all hold the conviction of serving and caring for the poor and needy, especially those facing great life challenges. For the last 32 years, Care Net has worked to bring compassion, help and hope to anyone facing a pregnancy decision. We’ve offered free, evidence-based medical … Continued
Megan* tried to hold back her tears while talking with our nurse, Billie Jo. She was sure she had an STD. She was very nervous and disappointed in herself. And she was concerned about disappointing other people in her life. “I just don’t have anyone I can talk to about this,” she said, and burst … Continued
“God created humanity in God’s own image, in the divine image God created them, male and female God created them.” Genesis 1:27 The Sad Truth We are devaluing life. Every day in Dane County, two babies lose their lives to abortion. Their mothers feel they have no other options. And if that baby is a … Continued
“Could we pray for you?” a nurse asked Jessica*. “Yeah, I love that you always pray for me here,” Jessica replied. As far as we know, Jessica is not a Christian. But she does trust us and appreciate our prayers. Today Jessica was having an ultrasound. But a few weeks earlier, she was here for a pregnancy test. And if the test was positive, … Continued