Get to know Board member Brad Johnson Dr. Brad Johnson is Board Vice President at the Center of Hope. We asked Brad to share some of his thoughts about the Center and his time on the Board.  Why did you choose to join the Board? I was asked many years ago

Get to know Stewart Magnuson, board member Stewart Magnuson is Board President at the Center of Hope. We asked Stewart to share some of his thoughts about the Center and his time on the Board. How long have you been a Board member? I have been a board member for 9

Center of Hope receives Midland States grant Barbara Olson Center of Hope is pleased to announce a $7,500 contribution by Midland States Bank. The grant, provided by the Midland States Bank Foundation, will support Barbara Olson Center of Hope Bridges to the Future transition program. Bridges to the Future is a

Center of Hope offers tuition reimbursement for staff  The Center of Hope offers tuition reimbursement for all full-time employees who have been here for one year. Eligible employees may be reimbursed for courses of study that are directly related to the employee’s present job or that will enhance the employee’s potential

Showing some TLC On Friday, June 26, the Center of Hope recognized the staff with a special afternoon to celebrate their Talent, Loyalty, and Commitment (TLC). Lunch was served, followed by a game of volleyball among the staff with the participants cheering on their favorite team. “We celebrated all staff with

Skylar, participant Employee of the Month   Skylar is our employee of the month for July. She is a great employee and is very eager to learn new job skills. Skylar has not been at COH very long, but she has made a difference in a short time. Skylar has a

Carrie M., participant Employee of the Month   Carrie M. was picked for June's Employee of The Month for her willingness to help out her co-workers. Carrie shares janitorial duties with Darrell H. Carrie is always eager and willing to help out when Darrell is not available. She has a great

Bethany, participant Employee of the Month   Bethany was selected as May’s employee of the month because she is a hard worker and very independent. According to Jennifer Fishe, Bethany’s supervisor, “I can always count on Bethany to do just about any job that she is asked to do. She is

Meet Loren Young Loren is a direct support professional (DSP) and job coach at the Center of Hope and has been on staff since June 2023. We asked Loren to share some of his thoughts about the time he has been at the Center. Please describe your role at the center. DSP/ job

Dan D., participant Employee of the Month Dan D. was selected as April's employee of the month for his hard work and willingness to volunteer. Dan is the first to volunteer when others have refused to work and has taken over some janitorial positions. He has done an awesome job! Each