Caring Gene

11/13/2025

Nurse Practitioners bring expertise, empathy, and excellence to all patient encounters. They lead with compassion, solve complex issues, and bring care and courage to every shift.

This National Nurse Practitioner Week, we want to thank all of the NPs providing steadfast care to their communities. We're so grateful for what you do.

11/11/2025

Veterans bring an unmatched sense of duty, discipline, and heart to every field—including healthcare.

On Veterans Day, we recognize those who've served our country and continue to serve in new ways: caring for others, building community, and making a difference where it matters most.

Thank you for your service, your strength, and your sacrifice. And thank you for showing up with heart in every uniform you wear.

11/10/2025

Community health workers don't just connect patients to services. They connect them to hope. Every moment is a chance to help someone feel seen, heard, and supported. And Victoria Keir loves that part of her job.

"There's nothing better than watching someone go from powerless to empowered," she explained. "Even if it's just for a moment, it changes everything."

Check out our latest blog to learn more about being a community health worker: https://hubs.la/Q03RBsBt0.

Discover how community health workers are transforming care beyond the clinic, building trust and changing lives every single day.

11/06/2025

All Caring Gene® participants must complete a three-year service commitment at a New York State facility that serves a patient population of at least 30% Medicaid and/or uninsured.

Participants have 48 months from their graduation date to complete the 36 months of service.

For answers to other FAQs, visit https://hubs.la/Q03R784s0.

11/05/2025

November is National Home Care and Hospice Month.

Home care and hospice workers often walk into the most sacred chapter of someone's life, not with fanfare but with heart and humility. They bring care to those who need it most: people aging in place, families navigating grief, patients choosing dignity and comfort over hospitals and machines.

These caregivers aren't just healthcare workers. They're advocates, companions, and extraordinarily selfless.

❤️ this post to send love to the home care and hospice professionals in your community. They do amazing work every single day.

10/31/2025

🎃 👻 🍬 No tricks here at the Caring Gene®... treats only!

Happy Halloween to the caregivers who bring compassion, courage, and maybe a little bit of magic to every person they meet.

Whether you're already working in healthcare or just starting to explore, there's nothing scarier than missing your calling. Check out the titles we fund and see if the Caring Gene® Program may be the path that'll take you toward a career that changes lives: https://hubs.la/Q03Mbytr0.

10/29/2025

In the mental health field, presence matters just as much as the treatment plan. And as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Elizabeth Bruce has made a career out of being present.

Check out our recent blog to learn more about what it's like to work as a LMHC: https://hubs.la/Q03MbyMf0.

10/27/2025

The future of healthcare depends on collaboration, and our partnerships with educational institutions and service commitment sites are integral to the success of all Caring Gene® participants.

Here's how it works:

1️⃣ Participants are accepted into the Caring Gene® Program.
2️⃣ Participants complete their education in one of the 13 titles.
3️⃣ Participants complete their three-year service commitment at an approved service commitment site.

To learn more about the power of these partnerships, and how your organization can get involved, visit https://hubs.la/Q03MbPHq0.

10/22/2025

Whether it's a newborn taking their first breath or a patient in the ICU fighting for their next, Respiratory Therapists (RTs) are there—quick thinkers, calm in a crisis, and always ready to step in when every second counts.

This Respiratory Therapy Week, we honor the RTs who bring knowledge, skill, and compassion to every shift. They are more than caregivers. They are lifesavers.

And the exciting news? You can join their ranks. The Caring Gene® Program covers education costs for those interested in becoming a Respiratory Therapist. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q03MbCk90.

10/21/2025

From preparing medications to supporting pharmacists and guiding patients, Pharmacy Techs are detail-oriented teammates who make sure everything adds up—because in healthcare, details save lives.

Why should you consider a career as a Pharmacy Tech?

💊 Fast entry into healthcare—programs typically take less than two years
💊 High demand across hospitals, retail pharmacies, and specialty clinics
💊 The chance to blend patient care with technical expertise
💊 Career stability with opportunities to grow

The Caring Gene® Program offers a tuition-free pathway to becoming a Pharmacy Tech. Whether you're looking to explore healthcare for the first time or pivot to a new role, the CPT Program makes it possible.

Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q03MbCtV0.

10/16/2025

Healthcare only works when people understand it. That's the heart of Health Literacy Month: removing barriers, speaking plainly, and making sure every person has the knowledge they need to care for themselves and their loved ones.

At the Caring Gene®, we know that clear communication is just as important as clinical skill. That's why many of the titles we support—Community Health Workers, Patient Care Managers, and Certified Medical Assistants—play a vital role in helping patients navigate complex systems so they feel truly seen, heard, and understood. Because health literacy isn't just about words. It's about dignity, empowerment, and better outcomes for everyone.

Interested in this kind of career that'll change lives? Explore the titles we fund and how you can turn your compassion into action: https://hubs.la/Q03MbB8F0.

10/15/2025

Whether you're interested in starting a career in healthcare, or growing in your field, the Caring Gene® Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program provides funding for qualified participants to pursue education/training in one of 13 titles, including:

🍁 Community Health Worker
🍁 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
🍁 Patient Care Manager
🍁 Pharmacy Technician
🍁 Respiratory Therapist

There's nothing more rewarding than a job that makes a difference in the lives of others. Take the next step in your professional journey today—and if you qualify, it won't cost you a thing: https://hubs.la/Q03MbyRB0.