Cari’s Corner Blog

I’m incredibly honored to have had the opportunity to represent Cornerstone in not one, but two recent media features that shine a light on the importance of mental health, leadership, and workplace wellness. I sat down with WTOP News and Kaiser Permanente as part of a special video series recognizing...

May is Social Work Month—an opportunity to recognize and celebrate those who have committed themselves to a social work career. I am a social worker and wanted to share the mission that all social workers follow. The social work profession is rooted in a core set of values that have...

(Quincy Inman, Kevin Hansen, Maggie Sugrue and Shane Senior joined Cari Guthrie in supporting her visit with Delegate Kevin Harris to discuss critical proposed changes. Together, they provided key insights and education on the issues impacting behavioral health services.) This week, Cari Guthrie, along with staff members, took to the halls...

Martin Luther King had a Dream….What is Your Dream? I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed – we hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal.”   Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebrating...

What does Recovery mean to you?  I know what it means to me – it is why I have the job that I have with the agency that I love.  It means being a bearer of hope for the people we serve so that they believe that they can have...

Dear Cornerstone Community Members:   October was National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Cornerstone has been helping individuals with mental health and substance use disorders find, secure, and maintain meaningful employment for over 50 years. As the largest supported employment program in Maryland, we empower individuals aged 16 and up...

  Dear Cornerstone Montgomery Community, I hope this message finds you well and inspired as I am today. It gives me immense pleasure to share a recent highlight that underscores the expertise and dedication of our leadership team. Marisa and Karina, two of our esteemed leaders, recently graced the airwaves...

Hello Cornerstone Montgomery Community, We recently opened our doors for an Open House event at our Taft location, and I am thrilled to share the highlights and my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who made this evening possible. Firstly, I want to extend a special thank you to our volunteers and...

I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed – we hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal.” Martin Luther King, Jr. Recognizing MLK’s birthday this month makes me think about our dreams...

Reflections on Leadership During a Pandemic I have been a CEO for almost 9 years and working in the behavioral health field for over 30 years. I have experienced and seen a lot of things – some amazing and wonderful and some sad and discouraging – but I have never...