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Looking back to her time at Hopewell, Sophie said, “I realized how fortunate I was to have been at Hopewell. I had a mental storm brewing inside and being at Hopewell really restored me. It gave me friends, a community, and a place to heal.”

“Launching into adulthood is a time for personal growth, individuation, increasing independence, and new social
and potentially academic experiences. Yet a sense of ambiguity and excitement can also include fear and trepidation,” Joanna stated. Young adults face expectations to become independent and make “adult” decisions,
while encountering challenges that may lead to anxiety and depression.

Tim Bitting and Rachel McDonald are part of Hopewell’s Outreach Team. They work together to spread the word about opportunities for hope and healing for adults living with serious mental illness.

Drew said, “I was so happy to be at Hopewell. It was a place where I could deal with stress, relax, and take a deep breath. The incredible staff was open to letting me rest and take time for myself. I participated in nature walks and made friends.”

Chad and Casey are former Hopewell residents who are continuing their journeys.

Hopewell’s 2022 Outcomes Report

I am thankful to Hopewell and the incredible staff for getting me on a path to success and helping me realize my full potential. I have never felt better, and I am so grateful.

Hopewell’s 2021 Outcome Report

“Hopewell was a beautiful place to celebrate recovery,” Tom said. “I enjoy remembering the work I did and what I learned. I am more diligent in my creative endeavors, and I am a happier person.”

Nearly 20 years ago, at age 7, I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when I was experiencing a set of symptoms that overlapped with that mental illness. In retrospect, this was a misdiagnosis. Today we know these symptoms were early signs of Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and a dissociative disorder.