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Take the first step toward a career that'll change lives, starting with your own. Caring Gene® is sponsored by Iroquois Healthcare Association - .

The Caring Gene® covers tuition and books for those new to or advancing their careers in one of the approved healthcare, behavioral health, or social care titles. Caring Gene® is devoted to reaching those with an innate desire to care for others. Now more than ever, the caring industry – especially nursing homes, assisted living facilities and home healthcare – need people with the Caring Gene®! This is a career where the work is stable, challenging and unbelievably rewarding. And, the best part is, you can start right now because jobs are plentiful and the industry is growing.

10/29/2026

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.

10/27/2026

Healthcare workforce shortages are too complex for any single organization to address on its own. Progress depends on partnerships between educational institutions, healthcare employers, and workforce development programs.

The Caring Gene® Career Pathways Training (CPT) Program is a great example of the power of those partnerships

Watch the video, and check out our annual report for more details on the CPT Program's impact: https://hubs.la/Q04Cr_vp0.

10/26/2026

Healthcare works best when all the pieces come together, and that requires collaboration.

For the Caring Gene® Program, that means working alongside educational institutions and service commitment sites throughout Upstate New York. Each partner plays a role in getting participants from the classroom to the workforce.

Here’s what the process looks like:

1. Participants are accepted into the Caring Gene® Program.
2. Participants complete their education in one of 13 approved titles.
3. 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/Q04BDNLN0.

10/20/2026

For most patients, picking up a prescription takes just a few moments. That's because of a pharmacy tech working hard behind the scenes.

They verify the order. They measure, count, and package each dose. They prepare compounded and sterile medications, track inventory so nothing runs out, and work through insurance issues so patients aren't stuck waiting at the counter.

It's detailed, high-stakes work that rarely gets noticed when it's done right. Today, on Pharmacy Technician Day, we want to say thank you.

To the pharmacy techs working in hospitals, community pharmacies, long-term care facilities, and other settings throughout Upstate New York: your precision and care make a lasting impact on every patient you serve.

10/19/2026

This week is Medical Assistants Recognition Week, a chance to honor some of the most versatile healthcare professionals.

Medical assistants work on both the clinical and administrative sides of patient care. On any given day, that may include:

✔️ Taking patient vitals and medical histories.
✔️ Preparing exam rooms.
✔️ Assisting providers during exams and procedures.
✔️ Collecting lab specimens.
✔️ Updating patient records.
✔️ Scheduling appointments and coordinating follow-up care.
✔️ Explaining next steps so patients leave knowing what comes next.

Thank you to the medical assistants working in hospitals, specialty care practices, and other settings throughout Upstate New York. Your skill and compassion is truly unmatched.

10/13/2026

Going back to school is a big decision, whether you’re fresh out of high school or returning to the classroom after some time in the workforce. The courses will be demanding, which is why academic support resources are included for all Caring Gene® Program participants.

Learn more in our latest blog: https://hubs.la/Q04B2Zh40

10/06/2026

The first class of physician assistants (PAs) graduated from Duke University on October 6, 1967. National PA Week begins on that date every year.

More than 50 years later, PAs are part of care teams in nearly every specialty and across multiple practice settings. They examine patients, diagnose illnesses, prescribe medications, and guide patients through treatment.

Thank you to the PAs practicing throughout Upstate New York for the positive impact you make in your communities. And the Caring Gene® Program is proud to support our PA students as they continue to work toward earning their degree.

Happy National PA Week to all of you!

10/05/2026

The Caring Gene® Program removed financial barriers to education for thousands of participants throughout rural and upstate New York while simultaneously connecting those participants to organizations that serve Medicaid, uninsured, and underserved populations.

After more than two years, local communities are starting to see the impact. Take a look at the full story in our annual report: https://hubs.la/Q04z9bN60.

09/29/2026

Introducing the Workplace Wellness Check! Just some simple, practical tips to help you stay well on the job and off.

𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟: 𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤?

Sometimes the most difficult part of a long shift is the part you carry home with you. Here are a few tips to create a real transition between your work time and your personal time:

✅ Build in a buffer, even if that's an extra five minutes in the car before you head inside.
✅ Remind yourself that you did your best all day long, and that's enough.
✅ Change out of your scrubs or uniform as soon as you can. The physical shift helps the mental one.
✅ Develop a small ritual that tells your body the day is done, whether that's listening to music, chatting on the phone, or just sitting still for a few moments.

The goal isn't to forget the day. It's to make space for real rest so you're ready to tackle the next one.

09/28/2026

If you're a behavioral or mental health provider in a rural part of New York State, you already know how hard it is to hire the people you need. A recent report from the NYS Comptroller found that a number of rural counties are federally designated as mental health shortage areas, with less than half the providers per capita as the rest of the state.

The CPT Program is helping to bridge that gap. All participants pursuing behavioral and mental health titles commit to three years of service at an approved site, including:

🔹 Cortland County Mental Health Department
🔹 Elmira Psychiatric Center
🔹 Hillside Children's Center - Finger Lakes Campus
🔹 The REACH Project
🔹 St. Peter's Addiction Recovery Center (SPARC)

If your organization provides behavioral or mental health services, especially in rural or underserved areas, we'd love to connect. Please visit https://hubs.la/Q04xYgjS0 to join our roster of approved employers.

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15 Executive Park Drive
Clifton Park, NY
12065

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+15183835060

Website

http://www.caringgene.org/

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