A Mom You Helped & Her Boys

A Mom You Helped & Her Boys

This beach session with our client and her three sons was simple, natural, and full of genuine moments. The boys ran, climbed rocks, and shared easy smiles with their mom. A relaxed morning by the water that captured their connection and energy. A beautiful way to freeze this season of life.

Photos By: Amanda Franks, Marketing Director

Even in the Hardest Seasons, Hope Remains

One of the greatest privileges we have at Care Net Peninsula and Alcove Health is witnessing firsthand the way your generosity changes lives. Every gift you give becomes a lifeline of hope, strength, and encouragement for women right here in our community.

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Michelle’s Story

Michelle's Story

In her Own Words

“I was surprised when I found out that I was pregnant. I had two previous high-risk pregnancies that ended in loss, and was told I wouldn’t be able to have children. I was career-focused; I had a job working with the city and I wasn’t ready or expecting to have a child at the age of 30.

I felt a bit overwhelmed because I would be a first-time mom. I was an orphan myself without family support, so I wasn’t sure I could perform my best or know what to do to provide for my baby.

I experienced top-tier services at Alcove Health, free healthcare services, and tons of resources, including baby supplies and free maternity classes, which helped a lot. They provided me with postpartum and anxiety support through resources and someone to communicate with, without judgement.

Alcove Health has changed my life and helped me become a confident mom. They are the village that every mother needs.“

Pictures from Michelle’s Photo Session:

Photos By: Amanda Franks, Marketing Director

April 28, 2025

Even in the Hardest Seasons, Hope Remains

One of the greatest privileges we have at Care Net Peninsula and Alcove Health is witnessing firsthand the way your generosity changes lives. Every gift you give becomes a lifeline of hope, strength, and encouragement for women right here in our community.

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Bonita and Everett

Bonita and Everett

As we flipped our CNP calendars to April this month, we realized we never showed you all the sweet photos from this session of Bonita and Baby Everett. And while not pictured, Grandma was there too, and it was so sweet seeing these three generations together. Thank you friends for all you do to provide help and hope to local women in our community, you help to make these moments possible. 

Photos By: Amanda Franks, Marketing Director

Even in the Hardest Seasons, Hope Remains

One of the greatest privileges we have at Care Net Peninsula and Alcove Health is witnessing firsthand the way your generosity changes lives. Every gift you give becomes a lifeline of hope, strength, and encouragement for women right here in our community.

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The Twins Are ONE!

The Twins are ONE!

These sweet girls recently celebrated their FIRST birthday, and we can’t help but think about how sweet it has been to watch them grow this last year because of YOU and the support you provide our clinic.

Other Sessions: Christmas and 6 Months | Newborn

Photos By: Amanda Franks, Marketing Director

Even in the Hardest Seasons, Hope Remains

One of the greatest privileges we have at Care Net Peninsula and Alcove Health is witnessing firsthand the way your generosity changes lives. Every gift you give becomes a lifeline of hope, strength, and encouragement for women right here in our community.

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A Beautiful Celebration of Family

A Beautiful Celebration of Family

Isn’t this little family the cutest? Thank you for the help and hope you provide for our moms, babies, and families! You can also check out their maternity session here.

Photos By: Cindy Matthews, Volunteer Photographer

Even in the Hardest Seasons, Hope Remains

One of the greatest privileges we have at Care Net Peninsula and Alcove Health is witnessing firsthand the way your generosity changes lives. Every gift you give becomes a lifeline of hope, strength, and encouragement for women right here in our community.

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Meet Denise – A Nurse on a Mission to Serve Moms and Save Babies

Meet Denise

A Nurse on A Mission to Serve Moms & Save Babies

We’re thrilled to welcome Denise Espada, RN, BSN to the Care Net Peninsula team!

Denise first joined us in January 2024 as a per diem nurse, and this fall, she transitioned into a part-time role, bringing not just clinical expertise but a heart deeply committed to the mission of life.

As a Registered Nurse trained in limited ultrasounds, Denise works directly with the women who come through our doors, offering both medical care and compassionate support as they navigate big decisions. Her calm spirit and genuine love for people have already made her a blessing to our team and the moms we serve.

Denise’s heart for this ministry runs deep. She had been serving at another pregnancy center in Virginia, but when a position opened up at CNP, she knew God was opening a door that was closer to home and would give her the opportunity to dedicate more time to the mission.

Born and raised in Long Island, New York, Denise holds a BSN from Adelphi University. She’s lived in Virginia for the past 12 years and currently serves in both the women’s and children’s ministries at Calvary Chapel of Gloucester. And when she’s not serving at church or in the clinic, she’s most likely spending time with her big, beautiful family—her husband of 28 years, their five children, and two (almost three!) grandchildren.

She’s also bilingual and grew up in a Spanish-speaking home—something that has been a gift to many of the moms we serve.

When asked what she’s most looking forward to, Denise didn’t hesitate:
“Continuing to show women LIFE and LOVE.”

We couldn’t be more grateful to have Denise on our team, and we know you’ll love her just as much as we do. Next time you’re at the clinic, be sure to say hello and help us welcome her to the CNP Family!

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Double the Christmas Spirit

Double the Christmas Spirit!

Were they the cutest or what on our Christmas card? When we did Christmas photos back in October, these little cuties were celebrating 6 months. It was a fun day celebrating a milestone in their life and preparing for the holiday season ahead! THANK YOU for being there for their mom and providing her with the help and hope she needed, when she needed it most!

Photos By: Amanda Franks, Marketing Director

Even in the Hardest Seasons, Hope Remains

One of the greatest privileges we have at Care Net Peninsula and Alcove Health is witnessing firsthand the way your generosity changes lives. Every gift you give becomes a lifeline of hope, strength, and encouragement for women right here in our community.

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From Hiking Trails to Hope-Filled Talks – Meet Our New Client Advocate

From Hiking Trails to Hope-Filled Talks

Meet Our New Client Advocate

The Care Net Peninsula family is growing again, and we’re excited to introduce you to one of our newest team members, Jessica Dykema!

Jessica officially joined our team this September as a Client Advocate. She recently completed her advocate training and is already meeting one-on-one with the women we serve. If you’ve been around CNP for a while now, you know just how vital our advocates are, and we’re grateful to have Jessica stepping into this critical role with wisdom, compassion, and a heart to serve.

Jessica and her husband, Steve, have been married for 20 years. Together, they have two “homegrown” boys and a daughter who was lovingly handpicked from India. As a family, they love traveling internationally and spending time outdoors, especially hiking!

Jessica brings with her a rich background in ministry and education. She holds a B.S. in Bible and Intercultural Studies and a master’s in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) from Columbia International University. After 16 years of homeschooling, she’s currently pursuing certification as a professional life coach.

Her journey to Care Net Peninsula started when a CNP donor invited her to the Peninsula4Life Dinner and encouraged her to consider applying for the Client Advocate role. Before officially joining our team, Jessica also served as a Church Mentor, walking alongside women during this new season of their lives.

Jessica is passionate about using her God-given talents to make a lasting impact for the Kingdom. She’s a member of LibertyLive Church and is excited to serve women in our community with truth and grace.

We’re grateful that God led Jessica to our team, and we look forward to seeing how He will use her in this new season!

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For years, our work has quietly and effectively saved lives. We’ve focused on the woman and baby in front of us, not politics. But today, I must step outside my comfort zone, and maybe yours too, to warn you about a threat that puts everything we do at risk.

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Baby S. Turns One!

Baby S. Turns ONE!

It has been a joy to celebrate each milestone with Baby S. and his mom, celebrating his life while he was still in his momma’s womb. This week, we got to celebrate his upcoming FIRST birthday and Christmas! 

Photos By: Amadna Franks, Marketing Director

Even in the Hardest Seasons, Hope Remains

One of the greatest privileges we have at Care Net Peninsula and Alcove Health is witnessing firsthand the way your generosity changes lives. Every gift you give becomes a lifeline of hope, strength, and encouragement for women right here in our community.

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Keeping the Lights On & Mission Moving – Meet Timothy Marr, Our Director of Operations.

Keeping the Lights on & the Mission Moving

Meet Timothy Marr, Our Director of Operations

If you’ve been around the Care Net Peninsula office over the past few months, there’s a good chance you’ve already seen Tim Marr quietly (but efficiently!) making things run behind the scenes. While he’s been with us for 8 months now, we figured it was time for a proper introduction.

Tim serves as our Director of Operations, overseeing everything from finances and HR to building logistics and general support for our team. If something needs fixing, streamlining, organizing, or evaluating, Tim’s likely already on it.

A Hampton native, Tim brings both local roots and a wealth of ministry experience to the team. He spent 20 years pastoring churches across North Carolina, South Carolina, Oklahoma, and West Virginia before returning to Virginia in 2021. Most recently, he served as a General Manager in the restaurant industry. But when a Care Net Peninsula email hit his inbox announcing the Director of Operations opening, something stirred – and, as Tim puts it, “the rest is history.”

Tim holds a BS in Business Administration from Old Dominion University and a Master of Divinity from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He’s also an elder at Reformation Christian Fellowship and has a heart deeply rooted in gospel-centered service.

When he’s not at the office, Tim is husband to Katie (married 28 years!) and dad to four wonderful children – Kylie, Carson, Kara, and Colton.

We’re so thankful for all that Tim brings to Care Net Peninsula. If you haven’t met him yet, we hope you’ll take the time to say hello – he’s usually the one making sure everything (and everyone!) has what they need to thrive.

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Amanda Franks, Marketing Director

Tuesday, December 3, 2024

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