Hope's services for people with disabilities in Alaska

Map of the state of Alaska, showing the seven regions in which Hope operates

Hope provides a wide variety of services throughout the state of Alaska. In addition to operating more than 60 assisted living homes, we provide in-home supports, child and family services, respite, day habilitation, foster care supports, mental and behavioral health supports, intensive care services, and recreational and educational programs to people across Alaska. All of our programs focus on the person and assisting them to live full and meaningful lives in the community of their choice. For additional information, please contact the region’s director.

 
Anchorage/South Central Region

Our Anchorage region owns and/or leases assisted living homes and apartments that provide supported living for adults. This includes in-home supports, child and family services, respite, day habilitation, foster care, and Deaf supports. It also offers mental and behavioral health supports as well as supports for people with intensive care needs. It is home to our Community Engagement Center, which houses Hope's Art Studio and Gallery, as well as a recreational facility that offers a variety of activities, classes and camps throughout the year.

Director of Community Support Services: Julie Mettler

Director of Assisted Living Homes: Mark Meyer

Clinical Director: Paul Ingram

Director of Intensive Supports: Heather Sollenberger

Director of Community Engagement: Jenny Moore

 


Matanuska-Susitna Valley Region

Our Mat-Su region operates several assisted living homes, provides supports to a number of foster families and supports the Willow Ranch, an intentional community focusing on a rural lifestyle.

Director of Community Support Services: Pam Hawkins

 


Kenai/Soldotna Peninsula Region

Our Kenai region operates many assisted living homes for adults and supports foster care providers and families. It is home to Hope's Kenai Community Center which provides space for recreational activities, classes, and community gatherings. And it is the home of Hope's first Intentional Neighborhood, where residents have the opportunity to live a country lifestyle with daily access to their greater community.

Director of Community Support Services: Gayle Wilson

 

Kodiak/Aleutian Chain Region

Our Kodiak region operates an assisted living home and a group of apartments supporting independent and semi-independent living needs. The majority of the services are centered around independent and family supports. This region is very community-oriented and has a Community Recreation Center and outdoor pursuits program.

Director of Community Support Services: Pam Hawkins

 

Seward/Resurrection Bay Region

This region operates two assisted living homes and also supports individuals in their own homes. The program is supported by an active Community Resource Team who advocate and fundraise on behalf of their neighbors who experience disabilities.

Director of Community Support Services: Pam Hawkins

 

Utqiaġvik/North Slope Borough Region

In addition to offering in-home and respite supports, this region operates an assisted living home for mental and behavioral health.

Clinical Director: Paul Ingram