The Mission
HopeSpring exists to promote self-sufficiency for homeless women
and children by providing housing and social services through a collaborative
community effort.
If you would like to join us in this mission please call Judy Werner
at: (503) 924-2449 or e-mail at hopespring@lcsnw.org.
The Facts
- Over 4000 children are homeless in Washington County each year.
- Most homeless women and children have been victims of domestic violence.
- Adequate education, support and financial assistance are necessary
to break the cycle of poverty, violence, and homelessness.
The Program
HopeSpring families are encouraged and supported in their efforts to
become financially self-sufficient; strengthen family relationships;
help their children prepare to live productive lives while remaining
free from drugs and alcohol and safe from domestic violence.
HopeSpring serves women with children who are victims of domestic violence,
in recovery from substance abuse, and/or are homeless.
Each Family Receives 12 Months Of:
 Rental
Assistance- Intensive Case Management
- Childcare Assistance
- Parenting and Life Skills Classes
- Drug and Alcohol Relapse Prevention
- Mental Health Care (as needed)
- Emergency Financial Assistance
HopeSpring Families Speak Out
| When I wanted to turn my life around, it
was a blessing that you were there to help. It’s a miracle
that I’ve been clean and sober for two years, have a job
and am raising my two kids.
- Mary
Addiction, domestic violence, and homelessness are all very
isolating conditions. Working together and being there for one
another allows the members of this program to establish connections
that offer tremendous support for the day-to-day struggles.
- Molly
The program was there for me at a time in my life when I
not only needed such support - but also at a time when I was willing
to work at making some major life changes.
- Amanda
Being a single parent, and a woman in recovery, will always
have it’s ups and downs - but it’s a great advantage
to know there are people who care, and are willing to help and
support someone who is serious about having a better life.
- Tammy
When I wanted to turn my life around ,it was a blessing that
you were there to help. It’s a miracle that I’ve been
clean and sober for two years, have a job and am raising my two
kids.
- Mary
For the first time I’m living a life that I cherish.
- Jennifer |
HopeSpring has been serving
homeless women and children for seven years, thanks to the funding provided
by:
- Government Contracts
- Foundation Grants
- United Way
- Generous gifts from churches, businesses, organizations and
individuals
We invite the community to join us in
helping those who are ready to help themselves. To continue to expand
service to homeless women and children in Washington County, HopeSpring
will require the support of both individuals and the business community.
Would you like to help?
We’re looking for generous, community-minded people and organizations
who would be willing to pay the cost of the HopeSpring program for
one family, for one day, one week, or one month. If you’d like
to talk about this, please contact the Program Manager Judy Werner
at (503) 924-2449 or by e-mail at hopespring@lcsnw.org.
Other ways you can help:
- Volunteering
- Cash Donations
- Donation of Household Furnishings
- Long–Term Financial Commitments
Speakers are available
For more information call (503) 924-2449 or e-mail us.
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