Cara’s career began in the hospitality and care sectors before she developed a passion for traveling, exploring India and Thailand. Upon her return, she studied Architectural and Decorative Glasswork at Edinburgh’s Telford College. She then spent three years cooking at Black Bo’s vegetarian restaurant before pursuing further studies at Queen Margaret University. Initially enrolled in Dietetics, Cara switched to Public Health Nutrition after witnessing its significant impact on community development. In 2021, she began volunteering with the Cyrenians, starting as a befriender and later cooking meals and coordinating volunteers at the Monday lunch club in the West Stand. Cara joined HCF in 2022, where she continues to work with a dedicated team of volunteers, providing nutritious, home-cooked meals for a growing community. Passionate about the outdoors, Cara enjoys cycling, hiking, and bothy hopping with her niece and nephew. She also continues to create glass designs and is learning woodworking skills.