Regaining Independence
HOPES was there for L.B. Tate.
L.B. Tate has become a beloved face when he rolls up to the front desk at HOPES. He’s always upbeat, happy and is known to be a bit of a flirt. Though he has made a lot of friends with HOPES staff, his closest relationship is with Trudy Italiano, HOPES’ Seniors’ Supportive Nurse.
Baby Alvaro
HOPES Welcomes a New Family
When baby Alvaro suddenly landed in his Uncle Jose’s care, he felt overwhelmed. Jose did have the help of his mother, but it has been ages since she cared for a newborn and they didn’t have any milk, diapers or a crib for Alvaro.
When Alvaro was brought in for his first well-child check, HOPES staff noticed Jose was visibly stressed by the new responsibility and hadn’t slept for days. Rallying around the new parent, HOPES staff gave Jose a well-deserved break while they helped him get better equipped for parenthood.
Learning to Smile Again
Alex Johnson felt like he was living the dream. He had a nice house, was happily married, had two children in high school who were doing great, and was the primary caregiver for his parents who both had Alzheimer’s disease. He was the type of guy who gave out crisp
Making a Home
Drinking a cup of coffee from Starbucks and catching up on Game of Thrones. That is what Daniel was looking forward to when he was released from prison on a quiet Sunday morning in July. Just a short three months later, Daniel’s thoughts were on how he could get back to prison and the stable environment it offered.
A Survivor Gains Hope
Ronnie Harrison’s life changed on April 19, 1995 when he witnessed the Oklahoma City bombing.
Before the bombing Ronnie had a stable life: he was proudly serving as a federal court clerk, had his own home and car and was raising two foster children, getting them ready to go off to college.
The terrorist attack traumatized Ronnie, and he was unable to function at his job or trust other people. After the bombing, the court denied Ronnie the disability benefits he earned as a federal employee and he slowly lost his home and other assets until he was able to get his benefits instated in 2012.
Integrated Care in Action – Jason’s Story
In 2019, Cindy was granted guardianship of her grandson Jason. Jason came to Cindy traumatized with emotional scars from some tough years. Focused on helping him heal, Cindy got Jason established as a patient at HOPES with pediatrician Dr. Kathleen O’Connor.
Patients benefit everyday from the onsite art programs at HOPES.
At HOPES, we say it all the time and witness it every day, an individual’s health is much more than medical care alone. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, HOPES provides integrated medical and wellness services, with a focus on lowering barriers for underserved communities.
Kendra’s Fresh Start
In 2020, Kendra was a healthcare worker on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic, balancing three jobs in pulmonary care, mental health, and the nonprofit space. At a certain point, things became overwhelming, leading to compassion fatigue and burnout. “I was a workaholic basically,” Kendra later reflected. “Uncomfortable in my own head…I was overwhelmed, definitely stressed. It became not a pleasant work environment and I felt trapped. I didn’t have the belief in myself to move elsewhere, so I was like, ‘This is fine. I am fine.’
Holding on to Hope: Debbie’s Journey from ‘Deathbed’ to ‘Blessed’
In 2012, Debbie* was living in a rural town in Nevada when she got sick with pneumonia. One morning, her husband of nearly 40 years woke her up when he saw her lips were blue and she was barely breathing.
Investing in Health and Hope – Nancy’s Story
Putting yourself first is an important part of taking control of your health. For busy moms, that can be hard to do.
Nancy, a mother balancing a hectic schedule, knew this all too well. “In my life, I have always put my family first,” she said.“Their needs first.” Over time, she found she had let her own needs fall by the wayside. She knew she had to make some health changes to take better care of herself and her kids.
