Structural Engineer Pays it Forward as Volunteer for Build Trybe Building Trades Program
19 April 2023
On the first day of National Women in Construction Week this March, Marcia Bolton walked into The Shop by Build Trybe for her Monday volunteer shift and gasped. In front of her were three young female apprentices and the Build Trybe Building Trades Manager, Kendell Harbin, welding together in full...
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Kansas City Young Matrons Assist with Preparations for Upcoming Plant Sale
17 April 2023
The Thyme for Kids Plant Sale will be held at the Ozanam Campus greenhouse on Friday, April 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Saturday, April 29, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Following the in-person sale, plants will be available for online purchase from Friday, May 5, through...
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Build Trybe Graduate Finds Confidence to Pursue the Next Big Dream — to Become a Traveling Nurse
06 April 2023
“I love how it starts as a piece of wood, and you put all this effort into it, and then you get this end result,” said Daisey, a graduate of the Build Trybe Building Trades program. “I love seeing the end result.” A similar transformation process occurs for many of the...
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Social Work Breaks Barriers: Part Two
30 March 2023
This National Social Work Month, we highlight the stories of several standout social workers at Cornerstones of Care. The 2023 theme, “Social Work Breaks Barriers,” is provided by the National Association of Social Workers. It invites our selected interviewees to explore how they break barriers that prevent people and communities...
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Social Work Breaks Barriers: Part One
20 March 2023
This National Social Work Month, we highlight the stories of several standout social workers at Cornerstones of Care. The 2023 theme, “Social Work Breaks Barriers,” is provided by the National Association of Social Workers. It invites our selected interviewees to explore how they break barriers that prevent people and communities...
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Let’s Talk About it: Self Harm
01 March 2023
Today is Self-Injury Awareness Day, a global awareness event meant to bring attention to the reality of self-harm in hopes of helping those who engage in it. This is one of those topics that we tend to avoid, as inflicting physical harm on oneself can seem illogical and frightening. Understanding...
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Black History Month: Conversations About Mentorship with Local Community Leaders
28 February 2023
For Black History Month, Cornerstones of Care asked several Black community leaders in child advocacy to reflect on the idea of mentorship and to share about the role of important individuals in their development as a leader. Our next conversation is with Montel Evans. Born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri, Montel...
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5 Myths of Foster Care: Spring 2023 Edition
27 February 2023
Welcome! Whether you are a current foster parent, considering becoming licensed, or somewhere in between, staying informed and aware of the current trends, myths, and information surrounding foster care is essential. Take a minute to read through these five myths, and feel free to share them with your network. MYTH #1:...
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