LWA 1: Jodin
Jodin always listened to his grandmother, and knew when she suggested he visit the Job Center of Lake County to help with his job search he should listen.
LWA 2: Cali
McHenry County Workforce has multiple tools in the program toolbox to build a skilled workforce. Some job seekers may require more than one.
LWA 3: Christopher
Christopher Robare was homeless and wanted to work in an office or customer service setting, but he lacked the experience. His previous work experience was in retail and factory work. He wanted to change careers. Living at the Mission and contending with Covid restrictions and lockdowns made the situation even more difficult.
LWA 4: Shayna
Shayna resides in Bureau County and had been working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in the local nursing homes and our hospitals. Her love of wanting to help others and making an impact in a patient’s life is what kept the passion strong in her nursing path.
LWA 5: Tony
Tony proudly served in the US Army for 8 years. When he returned to civilian life, he didn’t expect to find himself unemployed in the middle of a global pandemic. With a family to support and a baby on the way, he was getting discouraged.
LWA 6: Richard
Richard Arsenault came to workNet DuPage seeking help after unsuccessfully searching for employment for several months. Richard was previously employed in the hospitality industry and lost his job at the height of the Pandemic.