From Coffee Barista to Preschool Teacher You gave Yasmeen a bright future “I love it here, I’m never moving out,” were Yasmeen’s* first words upon beginning her journey at The Elizabeth House. Yasmeen came to The Elizabeth House from a homeless shelter with a three-month-old baby girl. Yasmeen worked part-time at a coffee shop. She … Continued
Finding God in Unexpected Places Joanna* arrived at our First Care Clinic carrying a heavy burden. She was pregnant and in the middle of a river of problems: a marriage in decay, a toddler that needed care, and serious financial worries. She contemplated her options alone, sharing the news of her pregnancy with no one. … Continued
Meet Care Net Dane’s Board of Directors Chair, Mary Kay Brooks Like every nonprofit, Care Net relies on committed volunteers who have embraced our mission and made it their own. One of those faithful volunteers is our Board Chair, Mary Kay Brooks. Mary Kay was a Christ follower looking for an opportunity to serve the … Continued
Reflections from the desk of CEO, Sara Patterson This year marks the 40th Anniversary of our ministry! Have you ever heard the voice of God calling to you? That’s exactly what happened in 1985 when six women in Verona found themselves called to do something to help women facing crisis pregnancies and considering abortion. Referring … Continued
Challenging Circumstances and pressure to abort put a precious life at risk But You Intervened! Asra* was scared and unsure of what to do. She suspected she was pregnant, and it was not a good time for a baby. Asra was living with her boyfriend’s parents, her relationship with her own family was fractured, and … Continued
Giving Thanks has a new meaning for us this Season A young first-time mom is heavy with child. Devine* has no resources to her name and has been sleeping in shelters, wondering what she’ll do when her child comes. She had been living with a friend and paying rent for a room. She didn’t realize … Continued
Where will my baby sleep? How you helped Daisy in her time of need. Ever wonder how people discover the many resources available at Care Net? You’re probably not surprised to learn an internet search is the most common way. A close second? Word-of-mouth referrals. Daisy* is a recent example. She learned about our services … Continued
Reflections from the desk of CEO, Sara Patterson Do you feel like “the underdog” some days? Like your views on the preborn are willfully misrepresented, maliciously twisted, or belittled as unenlightened? I know I do. Fortunately, I have words that comfort me that come straight from the lips of Jesus. “Here on earth, you will … Continued
You are helping women like Kayla heal from the pain of abortion Those who have worked in the pregnancy help ministry understand that abortion doesn’t just take the life of a pre-born child, it also hurts the woman who makes that choice. Over the years, we’ve heard from hundreds of women who’ve told us their … Continued
At Care Net, we work with our supporters to uphold and support the dignity of all human life day in and day out. That plays out in various ways through our programs. Women who visit our clinic for help navigating an unintended pregnancy or with sexually transmitted diseases are treated with compassion, dignity, and respect. … Continued