Improving Lives Care Through Workforce Development

Dwyer Workforce Development offers a holistic approach to job training and placement for individuals who lack opportunity and aspire to pursue a rewarding career in the healthcare industry. Through our mission, our nonprofit also helps to alleviate the severe healthcare workforce shortage and improve the lives of patients in assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals in the communities we serve.

Areas We Currently Serve

Why Focus on Improving Healthcare?

The U.S. is facing a healthcare workforce crisis. With nearly 90% of Americans seeking some form of healthcare each year, the demand for skilled healthcare professionals is skyrocketing. Yet, many facilities are not equipped to handle this reality, compromising both quality care and the dignity of patients.

Our workforce development efforts help solve the staffing crisis by creating clear pathways for under-resourced individuals who aspire to pursue a career in healthcare. This stronger staff presence means better outcomes for the patients our Dwyer Scholars care for and healthier communities. It’s a mission that keeps on giving—for everyone.

99% of nursing homes

need staff now

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2/3 nursing homes

worry about shutting down due to ongoing workforce challenges

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More than 70% of facilities

are turning to temporary agency staff, resulting in inconsistent care

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About the Dwyer Family

Dwyer Workforce Development was launched by Jack and Nancy Dwyer, and their daughters, Emily Dwyer Dillon and Kelsey Dwyer Baker, in 2021 as part of the family’s commitment to giving back to their communities.

As Owner and Founder of Capital Funding Group and CFG Bank – two companies with a strong presence in the healthcare market – Jack has seen firsthand the hardships those in the nursing profession face and the need for improved senior care in assisted living, skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, and more.

“At Dwyer Workforce Development, we're reinventing what it means to be a nonprofit. Our solution isn't one step—it's comprehensive. Many people talk about making change, but we're doing it. We don’t just donate, we act, and I am committed to continuing to invest my life to help others succeed."

Jack Dwyer, Founder

About the Dwyer Family

Jack Dwyer, Founder

“We are committed to creating programs that inspire healthcare workers to reach their goals and will help end the effects of poverty and inequality.”

Jack Dwyer, Founder

“We are committed to creating programs that inspire healthcare workers to reach their goals and will help end the effects of poverty and inequality.”

Jack Dwyer, Founder

“Our organization provides comprehensive support to individuals who face barriers to employment, while helping to alleviate a severe healthcare workforce shortage and improve the lives of seniors.”

Barb Clapp, CEO

“We have been working with [Dwyer Workforce Development] since December 2022, and the company is exceptional. They are a collaborative team and easy to work with. Their efforts to cultivate a younger generation interested in nursing is filling a need. In my long career, I have never seen a company address workforce development the way they have, which is the right way.”

Lou Grimmel Sr., CEO, Lorien Health Services

“Our organization provides comprehensive support to individuals who face barriers to employment, while helping to alleviate a severe healthcare workforce shortage and improve the lives of seniors.”

Barb Clapp, CEO

“We have been working with [Dwyer Workforce Development] since December 2022, and the company is exceptional. They are a collaborative team and easy to work with. Their efforts to cultivate a younger generation interested in nursing is filling a need. In my long career, I have never seen a company address workforce development the way they have, which is the right way.”

Lou Grimmel Sr., CEO, Lorien Health Services

Improving Lives Care Through Workforce Development

Areas We Currently Serve

Why Focus on Improving Healthcare?

99% of nursing homes

2/3 nursing homes

More than 70% of facilities

About the Dwyer Family

About the Dwyer Family

“We are committed to creating programs that inspire healthcare workers to reach their goals and will help end the effects of poverty and inequality.”

“We are committed to creating programs that inspire healthcare workers to reach their goals and will help end the effects of poverty and inequality.”

“Our organization provides comprehensive support to individuals who face barriers to employment, while helping to alleviate a severe healthcare workforce shortage and improve the lives of seniors.”

“Our organization provides comprehensive support to individuals who face barriers to employment, while helping to alleviate a severe healthcare workforce shortage and improve the lives of seniors.”

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