Building a Future: Kamary’s Path to Healthcare Success

Meet Kamary: From Uncertain Young Mom to Purposeful Professional

When Kamary began her journey with Eckerd Connects’ Workforce Development Achieve More and Prosper (AMP) Program in 2021, this determined young woman was on a mission to find a career path to provide for herself and her daughter. After learning that Kamary had a passion for healthcare like her mother, our team enrolled her in The Rachael Ray Foundation™ Pathways to Careers in Animal Health certificate program. Kamary immersed herself in the training, gaining hands-on experience in clinical, emergency and shelter settings.

That was just the beginning. Kamary’s first professional role as a Home Health Care Aide continued to nurture her passion for helping others in the healthcare field. By 2023, Kamary’s unwavering commitment paid off when she secured a patient care associate position at The Ohio State University’s James Cancer Center—a real milestone in her career journey. Yet she hungered for more.

In 2024, our Eckerd Connects Ohio team enrolled her in the Pharmacy Technician training program made possible by a national partnership with CVS Health. She excelled to the degree that CVS Health recently offered her a part-time job that promises continued growth and opportunity. Now 25, Kamary is thrilled to embark on her new journey, planning to work both jobs with her trademark dedication and enthusiasm.

Kamary shared:

“Before Eckerd Connects, I felt lost and stuck, and didn’t know what to do. My amazing Career Coach, Ella, was great about really listening and genuinely caring about my goals—she provided reliable help and support. It felt good to get a sense of direction from the program. I’m extremely grateful.”

Eckerd Connects also assisted Kamary with housing assistance, making it possible for her to rent a house next door to her mother.

Today, Kamary says that she feels like a ‘real go-getter.’ Her story is a powerful reminder that with determination, the right support, and a commitment to personal growth, every obstacle can be transformed into an opportunity for success.

Congratulations, Kamary—we know you are just getting started on what will be an incredible career and life for your young family!

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