HOPE Community Center | Lenawee County

HOPE Community Center | Lenawee County | Adrian

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2010 Annual Report Video

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What is HOPE Community Center?

HOPE exists to support adults with disabilities in pursuing an empowered, healthy, and community-enriched life. Approximately 300-400 people are served every year with more than 120 programs offered monthly in education, recreation, socialization, and volunteer opportunities. Programs and services are available Monday through Friday, from 8am to 2:30pm. The HOPE building is 14,000 square feet on 2.5 acres of land within the City of Adrian, Michigan.

What is HOPE Community Center’s Purpose?

Mission
Empower adults with disabilities and promote their citizenship.

Vision

For people with disabilities to be known, loved, and accepted in their community by unleashing their individual potential as contributing citizens.

Citizenship for people with disabilities is about themselves recognizing their own potential, being given the tools to pursue that potential, and their gifts being recognized and appreciated by their local community.

Who does HOPE Community Center Serve?

Adults with Disabilities
HOPE serves individuals with any kind of disability who are 18 and older, with a focus on those with developmental disabilities.

The Community
HOPE strengthens the community by 1) giving people with disabilities the tools and experiences they need to reach their full potential, 2) breaking down barriers such as disability stigma that isolates people with disabilities from community-life, and 3) connecting people with disabilities to the community in meaningful ways.

To view our IRS 990 form, please go to GuideStar.com or contact us.

News Update From HOPE

Job Posted 4-25-13: Program Facilitator, Part Time

Are you seeking more than just a job? Something that is fulfilling and meaningful? HOPE Community Center has an opportunity that is perfect for a stay at home mom or dad who wants to give back during the school day, experienced retiree looking to contribute their talents to a worthwhile organization, or a college student or graduate who wants to build their resume in this tough economy.

HOPE Community Center is currently seeking a Program Facilitator. Help develop, implement, and facilitate dynamic programs that interest people with a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities, especially those with developmental disabilities like Down Syndrome.

Primary activities include teaching topics such as daily living skills, nutrition, sports and exercise, hygiene, money skills, social skills, science, language arts, volunteering in the community, gardening, and so on. The preferred candidate will have an Associate’s Degree (minimum) or equivalent combination of education and experience with the following characteristics:, high moral character, a team player, self-governed and motivated, creative, adapt quickly to change, hardworking, dependable, comfortable in front of people, great oral communication skills. This part-time position is ideal for someone looking to give back to their community.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . Position will be posted until filled.

HOPE Community Center | Lenawee County | Adrian