C. Pearl Cares, Inc. is a Federally Tax Exempt 501c3 Nonprofit Organization founded by Margaret King Brewer, along with her brother, LeRoy C. King, III, in honor of their mother, Cynthia Pearl White Umble, who transitioned in June of 2019.
Both Margaret and LeRoy, were the primary caregivers for their mother who suffered a stroke in 2014. Thier lives quickly changed in a dramatic way. This was all new territory for them. They had no training for such an enormous task. Neither of them had “Caregiving” in their 5-year plan, but yet there they were finding themselves quickly in unchartered territory.
They both immediately began the daunting task of being Caregivers. It was on the job training for sure. They had to learn how to navigate in-home caregivers, doctor appointments, hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, prescriptions, meal planning, medical equipment and supplies, grocery shopping, laundry, relocating, Medicare and Medicaid requirements along with the staggering amount of paperwork that would come along with it, and so much more!!
They had to learn how to juggle all of this while working their own 9 to 5 jobs and still managing their own families and lives in general. Caring for a loved one is ROUGH, to say the least.
When someone is functioning as a Caregiver, it is very easy to forget about caring for yourself.
This is why Margaret and LeRoy wanted to create an organization that would focus on Caring for the Caregiver.
What are the needs, you may ask? There are many needs from respite hours, someone to help navigate the Medicare/Medicaid system, assistance with meal prep, housecleaning, laundry services, assistance with obtaining equipment and supplies needed for their loved one, transportation, grocery shopping, and therapy are just a few of the needs that a caregiver can have.
It is their desire to partner with agencies, organizations, as well as other individuals that have their same passion. They gained a whole new respect for all caregivers through their personal journey, and they would love to help.
Do not misunderstand, even though the assignment was heavy, if they had it to do all over again, they most certainly would. It was a great honor to take care of their mother! It is their prayer that they honor their mom’s legacy by helping others navigate this difficult space. May she rest in Heavenly peace!!
Now let us go out and Care for the Caregivers who are definitely, “Angels on Earth”!!!
Board of Directors
LeRoy C King, III, Chairman
Margaret King Brewer, Treasurer
LeRoy C King, III, Chairman
LeRoy is a business consultant and owner of LK3 Consulting, LLC. LeRoy has a wealth of knowledge in consulting with various non-profit organizations as well as experience with serving on multiple Executive Boards. LeRoy cared for his mom for 5 years, experiencing, first-hand, the struggles of a caregiver and therefore has the compassion to assist in this area.
Jan Marable, Secretary
Margaret King Brewer, Treasurer
LeRoy C King, III, Chairman
Jan is an Event and Education Coordinator, Christian Life Coach, and entrepreneur by profession. She has devoted her life to working with underprivileged youth and families through social service and ministry. Jan, alongside her husband Steve, cared for both of her parents for 8 years and understands the challenges of being a caregiver.
Jan is an Event and Education Coordinator, Christian Life Coach, and entrepreneur by profession. She has devoted her life to working with underprivileged youth and families through social service and ministry. Jan, alongside her husband Steve, cared for both of her parents for 8 years and understands the challenges of being a caregiver. She is enthusiastic about being on the board and is dedicated to helping C Pearl Cares, Inc. fulfill its mission.
Margaret King Brewer, Treasurer
Margaret King Brewer, Treasurer
Margaret King Brewer, Treasurer
Margaret is an accountant by career as well as an entrepreneur. She has always loved helping those who are under-served, always cheering and encouraging the disadvantaged. Margaret has volunteered for organizations such as, School on Wheels and many church based ministries. Margaret cared for her mom for 5 years, experiencing the strugg
Margaret is an accountant by career as well as an entrepreneur. She has always loved helping those who are under-served, always cheering and encouraging the disadvantaged. Margaret has volunteered for organizations such as, School on Wheels and many church based ministries. Margaret cared for her mom for 5 years, experiencing the struggles of the caregiver. As a result, she is eager to help C. Pearl Cares, Inc. fulfill its mission.
Theresa Miller, Board Member
Margaret King Brewer, Treasurer
Margaret King Brewer, Treasurer
Theresa is the owner of Complete Properties, LLC a property preservation company. Theresa has personally assisted many with her generous and caring nature, ensuring that the needs of others are always met. Family is extremely important to Theresa, therefore she is eager to assist anyone caring for their loved one.