Our Mission
To provide services and supports, requested and designed by individuals and families who experience disabilities, resulting in choice, control, family preservation and community inclusion.
Our Vision
As members of the community of Hope, we believe that our actions of kindness, fairness, trust, compassion, forgiveness and understanding derive from a shared kinship, founded upon values and grounded in integrity, loyalty, wisdom and our belief in the importance of dreams.
We approach each person and each day with balance, commitment and vision. This assists us in building inclusive communities that promote intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual development within one another while allowing for healthy conflict. It is our desire to build a legacy of sustainable excellence based on continuous learning, reflection, evaluation and innovation, all of which create outcomes that better human kind.
Our Vision for 2025
Our vision for this year specifically is to continue pursuing a world where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live the lives they want with the supports they need. Through inclusive communities, meaningful partnerships, advocacy and awareness, sustainable impact, increased access, celebrations, and a culture of engagement, we will continue to break down barriers and continue to develop a world that values diversity and inclusion.
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Our Values
Our mission and values are rooted in a deep respect for people who experience disabilities. Everything we do is guided by a set of ten core values that reflect our commitment to person-centered services, inclusion, and the belief that everyone has an equal right to a life filled with purpose and possibility. These values shape how we build relationships, deliver services, and develop environments and opportunities where people of all abilities can lead meaningful lives. Together, they form the foundation of our approach to supporting people in living self-directed lives within their communities of choice.
Individuality
Hope recognizes and honors the unique qualities of each person we serve. Our services are tailored to reflect individual preferences, strengths, and aspirations to ensure that support is as unique as the individuals themselves.
Dignity / Status
Every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect and recognized for their inherent worth. Hope supports environments where people feel valued and their contributions are acknowledged.
Opportunity
Hope is committed to collaborating with the people and families who choose our services to find paths for personal growth, purpose, and community involvement. Through various programs, they are encouraged to explore new interests and develop skills.
Security / Stability
Creating safe and stable environments is fundamental to our services. Hope ensures that the people we support have reliable support systems in every aspect of life.
Independence
Central to Hope's philosophy is the importance of supporting people to make their own choices. By promoting decision-making and self-reliance, people gain independence, confidence and control over their lives.
Self-Advocacy
The people we support are encouraged to voice their needs and desires in every area of life. Through guidance and education, they learn to advocate for themselves, making sure their voices are heard and respected.
Choice / Preference
Respecting personal choices is a fundamental of each and every person. Hope provides options and supports people in making decisions that align with their preferences, reinforcing autonomy and satisfaction.
Integration / Inclusion
Hope continually strives to create inclusive communities where everyone has a sense of belonging. By facilitating participation in community activities, we build connections and break down barriers to inclusion.
Relationships
Building and maintaining meaningful relationships is essential for every person's well-being. Hope supports people in forming connections with family, friends, and the broader community to enrich their lives.
Joy
At every chance we get, Hope celebrates life's moments and achievements that bring joy. We encourage people to engage in activities that lead to positive, happy, fulfilling life experiences.
Who We Are
We are a non-profit organization providing community supports to hundreds of individuals and families who experience intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, and mental health challenges. We provide services through regional offices located in Anchorage, the Mat-Su Valley, the Kenai Peninsula, Kodiak, Seward, and Utqiagvik.
Who We Serve
The people who choose our supports range in age from infancy to the elderly, are of diverse ethnic background, and experience a range of disabilities. We provide a wide array of services, including but not limited to supported and independent living environments, intentional neighborhoods, foster care, family habilitation, respite, behavioral and mental health supports, day habilitation, after-school programs, and vocational and recreation supports. Each person's services are tailored to meet their unique needs and requests.
What We Believe
Our mission of support is based on an individualized approach, believing that each person has unique needs and must be the chief architect of their own service delivery plan. By listening to the dreams of the people and families who choose our services, we are able to provide unique opportunities, create new living environments, and expand programs that fully encompass their needs. As a result, our community supports are as diversified and as personalized as the dreams and abilities of each person.
We believe in the dignity of life and in always striving to do the right thing. We hold that within each person lies an essence of beauty, value, worth, and goodness. Our approach is grounded in selfless leadership, guided by the virtues of compassion and forgiveness. We understand that true connection and effectiveness come through empathy, not sympathy, and we recognize that all people seek a sense of belonging and competence in order to feel worthwhile. We accept that conflict is a normal part of life and view it as an opportunity for growth. We believe that magic moments not only happen, but can be intentionally fostered, and we uphold the value of living with an ethical and moral foundation rooted in a spiritual life.
