“Right from the start, these moms showed a desire to make a difference in someone’s life who may not have much life left. Being a CNA is a career that is led with the heart.
“Climb pushed me to believe in myself. Without that push, I would have given up. Now I have confidence and know what I’m capable of.”
— DeZarae, Program Participant
They were put to the test on a daily basis during the training. After dedicating themselves to the clinical and life skills they learned along the way, they are now the backbone of medical teams in clinics, hospitals, and home health, assisted living, and long-term care facilities.
They are so valuable to the healthcare community here in Cheyenne and also to the families that are leaning on them for support in caring for their loved ones.”
-Misty Savage, Program Director
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Kendra’s Family Story
“She is the light of my world, my little spitfire. She is my everything,” Kendra says of her seven-year-old daughter Jaylee. Before graduating from Climb’s Commercial Driving License (CDL) training in Casper three years ago, Kendra was surviving paycheck to paycheck, working at a gas station for $10 an hour. “It was pretty bleak. I […]
Ruth’s Family Story
Ruth feels like her job as a CNA is a natural fit and takes pride in caring for Mary (right) and other residents at Primrose Retirement Community. “I really enjoy getting to know the residents and their life stories,” says Ruth, a recent graduate of Climb’s Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training in Gillette.” In response […]
Paola’s Family Story
“I drive and operate several different vehicles, including semis with 13-speed manual transmissions,” says Paola, a driver for Sweetwater County Road and Bridge. “I haul materials for the maintenance and construction of our county roads. Every day is different.” Paola and another Climb graduate are the only women currently driving for their department. “It’s a […]
