At the age of 62, Meg had worked as a nurse for 30 years. She endured an injury that took her ability to serve as a nurse from her. Dependent solely on social security income for the first time, she found herself facing new limitations and patterns at the end of each month that often resulted in choosing between buying food or paying her bills.

Leslie's journey to ECCCM began amid a series of traumatic events that left her grappling with possible homelessness. “It just feels like I can't handle all of this on my own,” shared Leslie.

Ava and Everett felt very fortunate to have secured jobs at the same manufacturing company. It was a first for them to work together. With the company's excellent benefits, they would now have much-needed health insurance. This was great primarily because their children had medical needs, and those costs had caused a large amount of debt.

Mark* is a single father with two young children living at home. Recently, he was in a terrible accident that left him paralyzed. Thankfully, Mark’s mother, Renée,* lived nearby and was willing to move in and help her son and his children. With her help, they could remain at home and keep their routine as much the same as possible. 

Jamie* arrived at ECCCM three months after her last cancer treatment. “Cancer made it hard for me to work,” she said. “I am trying to get back on my feet. I am even working two jobs, but I just can’t seem to get ahead.”

A single mother of five children, Miley recently lost her youngest child. He was tragically hit by a car at their home. Understandably, Miley struggled with severe depression and panic attacks. Miley came to ECCCM and met with Keely, case manager.