“My name is Nalini Madivala. I was working at People’s Bank in Bridgeport, CT for 18 years. After my job was eliminated in July 2008 I was started collecting unemployment benefits through the labor dept. Until short time I took a break and few months I was not even started looking any jobs. Then when […]

“I was so tired wandering about looking for the jobs. I saw in the Labor Dept. STRIVE Program flyer on the front desk. When I came home and I called that number and made an appointment to register for the class. The registration day I met Ms.Cynthia. Ms.Cynthia is polite and give me all the […]

Jonathan was raised “in the streets” and incarcerated on and off since he was 16. He was sporadically employed and lived in halfway houses much of the time. Jonathan completed the Bridgeport Professionals Association program and one week later, working with his Case Manager, he secured full-time employment. Jonathan keeps in touch and tells us […]

The aggregate total of refunds processed by VITA for the greater Bridgeport community in 2010 was $1,838,391. “Career Resources has been an amazing partner with the IRS for over eight years. What I really like about CRI is that they are well positioned to help the clients not only have their taxes prepared, but also […]

Michael worked as a construction worker, but had been unemployed for almost two years. In his job search, Michael saw job opportunities as a CDL driver, but lacked the required Class B license. Michael heard about the One-Stop CTWorks Work Force Investment Training program through a friend. He completed the WIA Portfolio, assessments and was […]

Melissa had been working at Wachovia Bank as a financial specialist before she became unemployed. After six months, she visited our CTWorks office looking for job search assistance. She was introduced to the Workforce Investment Training Program, enrolled in the portfolio workshop, completed the WIA process and was approved funding to attend Naugatuck Valley Community […]

“I once was called inmate 256193 of the Connecticut State prison system. While incarcerated, I earned my GED and helped others obtain theirs. After I was released from prison, I found myself needing to review and evaluate my education in the job industry. I heard about STRIVE and I called to make an appointment to […]

Leroy Sanchez was enrolled into Employment Services Group on March 3, 2011. This client was charged with Arson in the third degree and incarcerated for 2 years. While incarcerated Leroy found religion and was determined to become a good role model for his wife and child. Leroy reported to group early every day. As a […]

James Beckett was enrolled in the Employment Services Program on March 29, 2011. After being incarcerated for Violation of Protective Order he was motivated to make a positive change with his life. He began the Skills Building curriculum and quickly proved himself to be an active participant. CRI introduced James to the services and resources […]