Eddie B. wins 2025 SaG Award Congratulations to participant Eddie B. for winning this year’s Barb Mosny Selflessness and Generosity Award (SaG Award) for always being willing to help others whenever needed. Eddie was nominated for the SaG award this year for his selfless and generous acts with his peers and

Honoring Our Heroes: Happy DSP Week! If there were a Hall of Fame for compassion, dedication, and heart, our DSPs would all be in it. Each day, you show up not just to do a job, but to make a difference. you are the hands that help, the voices that encourage,

Congratulations! We’re proud to announce that Tammy Chandler, human resources manager, has just achieved her SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management - Certified Professional) certification. The SHRM-CP is a widely respected HR certification designed for HR professionals. It is designed to validate the knowledge and skills of HR practitioners. It is issued by SHRM,

Get to know Board member Melissa Johnson Meet Melissa Johnson, a dedicated member of the Center of Hope’s Board of Directors! We asked Melissa to share her thoughts on the Center and her journey so far  How long have you been a Board member? About two years. Why did you choose

Get to know Board member Katie Bryant Katie Bryant sits on the Board of Directors at the Center of Hope. We asked Katie to share some of her thoughts about the Center and her time on the Board.  How long have you been a Board member?  I believe it has been

Participant David J. retires Participant David J. retired from the Center. David, who just turned 78, has been at the Center of Hope since he was 16 years old. Pam Carey, executive director, shared some of her thoughts about David’s retirement and the impact the Center of Hope has on the participants

Carrie M., Participant Employee of the Month   Carrie M. is our Participant Employee of the Month. Carrie is dedicated to helping with janitorial duties. She is always on time and is very dependable. She is willing to cover for her peers when they are unable to complete tasks. Thank you,

Center of Hope receives three new vehicles through State The Barbara Olson Center of Hope was awarded three vehicles through the Consolidated Vehicle Procurement (CVP) program supported by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT). This program provides accessible vehicles to enhance both general public transportation and specialized transportation services for seniors

Get to know Board member Sue Mullins Sue Mullins sits on the Board of Directors at the Center of Hope. We asked Sue to share some of her thoughts about the Center and her time on the Board.  How long have you been a Board member? I joined the board in December

Darrell H., Participant Employee of the Month   Darrell H. is our Employee of The Month for March 2025. Darrell is a dedicated employee. He enjoys working, running errands and loves his Center of Hope peers. Darrell is a very hard worker and takes pride in his work. We are very