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Sharon & her son never imagined becoming homeless… or discovering a deep strength and faith to overcome it
After 20 months of being homeless, Sharon and her 12-year-old son Tre once again have a place of their own and the stability and security that comes with that home. Now that they don't have to worry about where they are going to sleep at night, they are now focused on...
read moreDelta Dental Supports Innovative Learning at University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine is a national standout for its innovation. CU Dental offers its students groundbreaking, high-tech educational tools and in doing so, transforms the mindset of students to create more insightful and thoughtful care...
read moreMother Cabrini Shrine recognizes those who emulate Saint Frances Cabrini
Mother Cabrini Shrine is a one-of-a-kind place in Colorado where people visit daily to experience peace and comfort. People from all over the state.. and the world.. come to hike, pray and reflect and in doing so, become a bit closer to God and experience his loving...
read moreReal work. Real Food. Real Promise … and Real Stories at Women’s Bean Project
Women's Bean Project is a social enterprise that employs women who have struggled for far too long to find and retain steady and meaningful work. During 6-9 month program, each woman earns a steady paycheck while creating and preparing food mixes, soups, spice blends...
read moreCU Cancer Center Patients = Partners in Unprecedented Research
"It's the best time in cancer medicine since I became a doctor 20 years ago." Virginia Borges, MD says that when referring to the a national research study the University of Colorado Cancer Center and its clinical partners at UCHealth have joined. "It is opening a...
read moreMercy Housing: Annette’s Story
"Since I was 15 years old, it's just been a rollercoaster for me. I started hanging out with the wrong people unfortunately, and got into the wrong stuff. " That was then. This is now: "I'm so excited to back to life. I plan on going back to work and putting my kids...
read moreFRIENDS of Broomfield: Providing opportunities for adults with disabilities for 20 years
In 1998, a group of families got together to talk about what's next for their adult children with developmental and intellectual disabilities. They had all graduated from the public school system and needed services and supports that were engaging. That is when...
read moreSamaritan House: Fawn’s story of survival and hope
Fawn, her 16-year-old son and 10-year-old daughter struggled for years to find a place to live that Fawn could afford. When the program where they were living announced they had to leave, Fawn's fears escalated and turned into her new reality. She was homeless. Her...
read moreQualistar: Early Childhood Professional of 2018
Every year, Qualistar shines the spotlight on one early childhood professional in Colorado who brings high quality education to the classroom every single day. For 2018, a woman referred to as a modern-day Mary Poppins was recognized for her love and dedication to her...
read moreLeading Women!! Thank you Colorado Expression!
Thank you Colorado Expression magazine for including me in your Leading Women of Colorado issue!!! What an honor to be included with such an incredible group of women who are making our communities stronger each and every day! Thank you for sharing my story!! ...
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