HEART OF GEORGIA ALTAMAHA
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AREA
SUCCESS STORIES
PROGRAM YEAR 2020
WHEELER COUNTY
“I have learned a lot while working under the program, and I have built my people skills."
Casyn Clements, Youth Program
TATTNALL COUNTY
"I have been a recipient of WIOA funds and being a part of this program has been an exceptional experience. The funds from WIOA have assisted me in completing my education on time and released much of the financial burden from my family and me.
Bailey Griggs, ITA Program
CANDLER COUNTY
"With the assistance of the staff at the Candler One Stop, I was able to find employment. I am so thankful for the help I received."
Haley Schuman, One Stop Customer
TOOMBS COUNTY
“The WIOA program was truly a blessing for me, and without this program, I would not have been able to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse."
Amber Yawn, ITA Program
JEFF DAVIS COUNTY
"With the help of WIOA, I was able to afford to travel back and forth to class throughout the week, along with the expenses such as books, uniforms, etc."
Tia Kornegay, ITA Program
APPLING COUNTY
“WIOA has helped me in so many ways! I have learned you can do anything you set your mind out to do.”
Sierra MacDonald, Youth Program
BLECKLEY COUNTY
“WIOA helped me with covering the cost of uniforms and required items that I needed for the LPN program. It also gave me a daily stipend to help with daycare expenses and gas to drive back and forth to my classes and clinicals."
Deanna Clark, ITA Program
DODGE COUNTY
" I feel like I have a purpose again and that I’m going somewhere in life now! I’m so proud of myself and grateful for the amazing opportunity they gave me to do all of this and for giving me a second chance!”
Megan Williams, Youth Program
TREUTLEN COUNTY
"I would have never thought that I would have completed and received my GED. If it wasn't for the amazing support I received from the staff at Job Training Unlimited, I would not have made it this far. The program is awesome, and I am very grateful to be a part of it."
Payton Graham, Youth Program
EMANUEL COUNTY
“I really appreciate everything the One-Stop staff has helped me with, and I would recommend anyone in need of a job or other assistance to visit one of the One-Stop locations.”
Bertie Marsh, One Stop Customer
MONTGOMERY COUNTY
"The program has given me hope that I will get into college.”
Jennifer West, Youth Program
TELFAIR COUNTY
"The WIOA program helped me afford my tuition without taking out massive loans and paying for the books that I needed for my classes. I would most likely have dropped out of school so I could save enough money to be able to go back to college eventually."
Samantha Harrelson, ITA Program
LAURENS COUNTY
“Because of WIOA, I am able to provide for myself and get to school without having to worry about gas."
Adriel Aaron, Youth Program
JOHNSON COUNTY
"I have a great career and enjoy what I do. I thank WIOA/Job Training Unlimited for offering financial assistance to me during my time in nursing school. I am so grateful. I would recommend this program to anyone!"
Anna Wilcher, ITA Program
WAYNE COUNTY
“For someone being a single mother and not really finding assistance with school, JTU put me on track. I learned that support is there for those of us that need it. "
Miracle Stanley, Youth Program
EVANS COUNTY
“When we need to conduct interviews away from the prison, we have always been welcomed to use one of the many One-Stops within the area. We appreciate the calm atmosphere and friendly staff.”
Rogers State Prison, Employer Services