My name is Adam, I work as a cook in Denver, Colorado, at a cafe. It's a coffee shop with a full kitchen, full menu. I don't receive paid sick days, which is unfortunate for times like last week.

This policy helps to ensure that when they are working, they are well and they're healthy, they're able to handle all our customer requests, and the're able to present themselves and my business in the best possible light while providing great customer service.

Hi, my name is Devon, I live in Denver, Colorado. I am a social worker and I work as a service provider at a company that works with low-income families, and I do not receive adequate paid sick days where I work.

Good day, my name is Brian Freeman, I live in Denver, Colorado, and I am the owner and president of an organic produce distribution company. I believe in paid sick days for my employees. As an employer, I quickly realized that our employees have very different needs outside of the workplace.

Hi, my name is Paul, and I live in Denver, Colorado, where I own a record store. Paid sick leave is part of my business philosophy. It's hard to imagine a more natural or productive practice than offering your employees sick leave.

Carolyn had to have brain surgery three years ago – but her daughters were not allowed to use their paid sick days to care for her.

Due to the lack of paid sick days, I lost my job, I faced an eviction, and I was unable to care for my two dogs, who are my family.

I am a single mother of six kids and a graduate student earning $17,000 a year. Even with child care assistance from the state and family support, it is a struggle to make ends meet every month. My struggle was…

When I hear of the budget cuts being proposed in Washington D.C., I can't help but think of a young abused pregnant mother who fled a domestic violence situation with her two year old son. Her case exemplifies how the Emergency Food and Shelter Grant (EFSG) is helping provide safety as well as the basic needs for survival.

I contacted the Workforce Center where an assigned Case Manger provided me additional information on the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program. It allowed me to pursue a career in a new field. I am currently attending Emily Griffith Opportunity School…