Conquer Your Greatest Difficulties and Find Peace, Purpose, and Joy
Who We Are
Welcome to Hope Alive, a Christian ministry dedicated to providing hope and encouragement to emotionally hurting people. Founded in 1974, our organization is committed to offering Christ-centered mental health services and a holistic approach to supporting women in their journey towards transformation.
Our Mission
Our mission is to bring hope and encouragement with Christ-like love to emotionally hurting people, empowering them to experience whole-person transformation. We believe that every individual is of incredible worth, and our goal is to help them rediscover their value and purpose in Christ. Through our services, we aim to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals can heal, grow, and thrive.
Our Services
At Hope Alive, we offer a range of services designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our comprehensive program includes:
- Counseling: Our licensed therapists provide individual and group counseling sessions, addressing mental health concerns and emotional struggles.
- Residential Program: Our transitional housing program provides a safe and supportive environment for women to receive mental health treatment, practical skills training, and wraparound support.
- Online Counseling: We offer online counseling sessions for individuals who cannot physically attend our facilities.
- New Client Forms: We provide easy-to-fill self-assessment forms for new clients to simplify the intake process.
- Admission Criteria: Our experienced staff review admission criteria for our residential program, ensuring that only those who meet our criteria are accepted.
Residential Program
Our residential program is a 6-month comprehensive program that addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of our residents. Our program includes:
- Mental Health Treatment: Our licensed therapists provide individual and group counseling sessions to address mental health concerns.
- Practical Skills Training: Residents learn essential life skills, such as household chores, meal preparation, and budgeting.
- Wraparound Support: Our staff provides ongoing support and guidance to help residents develop self-sufficiency and independence.
Other Ways to Support Hope Alive
While our primary focus is on providing hope and encouragement to emotionally hurting people, we also rely on the support of our community to continue our ministry. Here are some ways you can support us:
- Donate: Make a financial contribution to help us continue our work.
- Pray: Pray for our clients, staff, and volunteers as we work together to serve others.
- Donate Items: Consider donating items from our "Hope Alive House Needs" list to support our daily operations.
- Volunteer: Join our team of volunteers who help with tasks such as property maintenance, administrative tasks, and event planning.
- Kroger Rewards: Register your Kroger Plus Card to donate a portion of your dollars spent to Hope Alive.
- Planned Giving: Consider making a planned gift to support our mission.
Overview of Reviews
The reviews of Hope Alive are predominantly positive, with most reviewers expressing their gratitude and appreciation for the organization's help and support.
Praise for Staff and Programs
Reviewers praise the staff at Hope Alive for their love, compassion, and intentional care. They are commended for teaching life skills, providing counseling, and helping women develop self-discipline. The staff is described as professional yet relationally oriented, and reviewers appreciate their dedication to helping women overcome their struggles.
Life-Changing Experiences
Some reviewers share their personal stories of struggle and redemption, crediting Hope Alive with helping them find themselves and build a foundation in their faith. One reviewer, a former addict, credits the organization with helping her achieve over three years of sobriety and eventually becoming a staff member herself.
Criticisms and Concerns
However, one reviewer expresses disappointment and frustration with the organization's requirements for housing, specifically the need to be able to cut grass and shovel snow. This reviewer feels that these requirements are unreasonable and may lead to vulnerable individuals being turned away.
