Getting Ahead in Hot Springs

05/01/2025

“If you can’t fly then run, if you can’t run then walk, if you can’t walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward.” Martin Luther King, Jr.

04/23/2025

Today we celebrated twelve men and women graduating Getting Ahead While Getting Out. Their hard work was noticed by all.
Women's facilitator teams were Deby Prince, Carrie Lee Montgomery, Jacquie Capel Barber , and Tracy Green Lipton. The men's facilitator team included Bob Bledsoe, Tammy Catlett, James C Lowery Sr., and Starla Bleifus.
CCMC is proud to be a part of the programs taking place at the Garland County Detention Center.

04/23/2025

04/22/2025

Love this!

04/22/2025

Congratulations Getting Ahead graduates. A beautiful celebration of change and hope was witnessed by all in attendance tonight.
Thank you to sponsor First Baptist Church and facilitator, Mike Prince.

04/19/2025

Beautiful reminder.

A video that we put together right after this song was released using clips from the movie "Passion of the Christ".

04/18/2025

Cooperative Christian Ministries and Clinic (CCMC) is excited to announce Julie Hart as the new Coordinator of its Getting Ahead program, a 14-week course designed to help individuals move from instability to independence.

Julie brings a lifelong background in education and community service, including years as a librarian and former director of the local literacy council. She holds a Master’s in Library Science and Communication from George Peabody University. Known for her hands-on approach and deep commitment to helping others, Julie is passionate about equipping participants with the tools they need to build a brighter future.

“My goal is for graduates to leave with the preparation and confidence to start a positive life and new outlook,” she shared.
Outside of work, Julie enjoys embroidery, reading, and visiting estate sales.

Getting Ahead focuses on 11 key life resources—from financial to emotional to social—offering participants not only support but also a clear plan for moving forward. Each class includes a meal, incentives, and builds toward a graduation celebration. For more information on the Getting Ahead program contact Julie at [email protected]

CCMC is a 501(c) nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve life for those who are under-served and under-resourced. This mission is fulfilled through a charitable clinic, poverty disruption programs, and community resource navigation. For more information, visit https://ccmchs.org.