The End of an Era

Elaine and husband Steve

Elaine Cummings (The National Association of Social Workers North Carolina Chapter’s 2006 Social Worker of the Year) is retiring from her position as Admissions Director of Caramore, leaving a legacy that will be hard to match. In over 7 years as our direct liaison to the mental health community, Elaine has been responsible for introducing Caramore to hundreds of clients and their families, paving the way for the realization of countless hopes and aspirations.

As the song once said "Nobody does it better"; and in truth nobody has --- we will all miss Elaine's professionalism, clinical knowledge, and guiding concern for our clients. Perhaps Elaine's most memorable contribution to Caramore was her tireless pursuit for what was best for every single individual who came to Caramore. No client ever received anything less that Elaine's total dedication for what would be best for them. She shared people's dreams and often fought through the mental health regulatory maze for all of her admissions.

Elaine showed everyone at Caramore a heart that was boundless in its capacity for providing opportunity and hope to adults with mental illness. Sadly, we will miss her, but we're happy for her personal opportunity to spend more time with family and friends, and maybe just kick back a little and relax.

Cheers to you Elaine ... and thank you for the impact you have made on so many lives.

B Shanley