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Celebrating National Nonprofit Day
The United States celebrates National Nonprofit Day on August 17 each year to recognize and honor the positive impact nonprofits have on communities and causes around the world. At Hope Services, our mission is to improve the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs and we would not be able…
Read MoreA Celebration of Independence – Maya’s Story
Meet Maya, Hope’s client and front desk receptionist. Before living independently, Maya used to be fearful of crossing the street by herself to attend the day program at Hope’s Whittier office. Maya used to have a friend meet her at the intersection to make sure she made it safely across the street without falling, if…
Read MoreDisability Pride Month – Ramakrishna
In celebration of #DisabilityPrideMonth, we are proud to spotlight our very own Ramakrishna “Krishna” Voleti, a client at Hope Services and team member at HopeTHRIFT. At the age of 5, Krishna was unable to walk independently, and a diagnosis from the doctor left his family with little hope for the future. Defying all odds, Krishna…
Read MoreHappy New Fiscal Year!
Dear Hope Services Family, This fiscal year end 2020/2021 has been a great year for us and I feel very proud of what has been achieved and very appreciative of all the hard work put in by the Hope Services team. Last year at this time, we were faced with a very gloomy future of…
Read MoreLetter from the CEO – Hope’s Plan to Re-open In-Person Services
Dear Hope’s clients, caregivers, and family members, I want to thank each and every one of you for your patience and understanding as we collectively navigate the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. At this time, we’re pleased to announce that we have established a timeline for our team and clients to return to in-person services. Our office will begin…
Read MoreHope Services Counseling Center Responds to the Coronavirus Pandemic
Dealing with mental health challenges and having an intellectual disability, going through a scary pandemic, and a stay-at-home policy are major challenges of these unprecedented times. How can we help our clients to safely deal with all of this? In March 2020, the coronavirus pandemic resulted in an unprecedented and historic shelter in place order…
Read MoreHope Services is Helping Those Suffering From Mental Illness
This month is very different than any other month for people suffering from depression, anxiety, bipolar, schizophrenia and other mental conditions because of isolation and lack of personal contact to friends, family and therapists. Their ongoing struggles with dealing with their condition has worsened since March 16. According to National Alliance on Mental Illness, nearly…
Read MoreSupport Peace
Anti-Asian violence has long been a reality for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities. Hope services affirms its commitment to addressing structural causes of harm against AAPI communities that are rooted in Anti- Black racism and white supremacy.
Read MoreHope Services Chief Program Officer Goes Wherever Help Is Most Needed
Tara Beckman joins the Hope Services family as new Chief Program Officer; overseeing all programs and driving the exploration of new programmatic opportunities. “Tara’s experience providing guidance, assessment and treatment to diverse patient populations, combined with her ability to manage programs and build alliances will allow her to make significant contributions,” note Chip Huggins, President/CEO.…
Read MoreAn Update from our CEO
Dear Hope Services Family and Friends, I hope you all are in good health and spirits as we welcome a new year. 2021 is an exciting time for our agency, as we are celebrating anniversaries, milestones, and new arrivals. Hope Services has been “transforming lives through Hope since 1952” by providing a lifespan of services…
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