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03/31/2026

April is nearly here! Let's uplift one another and spread hope together for National Month of Hope! 🌟💖

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Email from Hope Community Resources   ABOUT HOPE UPCOMING EVENTS GET INVOLVED   Stories of Hope March 2026 Newsletter Dear Friends of Hope Each year, the National Month of Hope invites us to pause, re

03/27/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the Rasmuson Foundation for their Community Support grant, which over the past year has made it possible for us to invest in capital improvements in 35 of our assisted living properties!

Some of the projects included bathroom and kitchen renovations, new flooring, interior painting, accessibility improvements, new decks, fences, and paving, safety system updates, and much more.

We also want to recognize and thank our hardworking Maintenance team for bringing these projects to life!

Thank you, Rasmuson Foundation, for your partnership and continued commitment to strengthening community-based living and improving quality of life for Alaskans with disabilities!

03/26/2026

We’re proud to share this commissioned piece created for the Richard L. and Diane M. Block Foundation!

Made by over a dozen Hope Studios artists, it features a mix of materials like crayons, painted fabric, wood, beads, and more, then sealed in resin.

Our Hope Studios team had the honor of presenting and installing it last week. Huge thanks to the Block Foundation for their continued support of Hope Studios—we’re so grateful!

03/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated and supported another year of Key Campaign!

We're grateful to the Key Coalition of Alaska and those who traveled to Juneau to rally and meet with legislators, and to everyone who took part virtually by calling, emailing, and engaging from your own communities. Every action—big or small—helps this collective advocacy effort and work toward positive change for Alaskans who experience disabilities and their families.

03/25/2026

🎸 BOOT-STOMPIN’ BRUNCH — TURN IT UP, Y’ALL 🎸

On April 11, we’re coming at ya with some big country energy, a few friends in low places, and maybe a couple of outlaws! Join us for our Outlaw Country Sing-Along Brunch Party!

Round up your crew and saddle up at 907 Alehouse & Grill from 11am-2pm for a rowdy, sing-your-heart-out brunch you won’t forget. Hosted by the always-entertaining Nicky T. with DJ Lefty spinning today’s country favorites and throwback honky-tonk hits, this is one party where singing loud with that southern twang is highly encouraged.

If you’re looking for a Saturday that feels like a Nashville good time—well then gather up your favorite two steppin’ sidekicks y’all, cause this isn’t just brunch . . . it’s a full-blown country party and you’re the headliner!

Get your tickets at www.hopealaska.org/akbrunchevents/outlawcountry.

This fundraiser is proudly presented by Hope Community Resources and AK Brunch.

This brunch fundraiser is proudly presented by Hope Community Resources and AK Brunch

03/24/2026

Join us for the milestone 25th year of Alaska's Full Lives Conference April 16-17. Registration is now open!

Hosted by the UAA Center for Human Development’s Alaska Training Cooperative, Full Lives brings together professionals and community members dedicated to improving services and supports across Alaska and supports professional growth and collaboration through keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and hands-on workshops.

Participants may include direct support professionals, direct service providers, care coordinators, case managers, mental health clinicians, community advocates, supervisors, administrators, self-advocates, caregivers, and more.

Register at https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/academics/college-of-health/departments/center-for-human-development/alaska-training-cooperative/full-lives-conf

03/24/2026

Visit UAA Career Services' Seasonal Job Fair today from 11am-2pm, and learn from Hope's Hiring team about a great opportunity to join our Summer Camp team!

Hope's Community Engagement Summer Camp takes place June 8 – July 31, Monday - Friday, 9am – 5pm + staff will receive paid training leading up to Camp. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic people to help create a full, inclusive camp experience for the youth in our community.

Learn more ahead of the Job Fair at www.hopealaska.org/summercamp/careers.

03/21/2026

Today is World Down Syndrome Day 💙💛

People who experience Down syndrome are students, employees, artists, athletes, neighbors, and friends. They bring talent, strength, determination, and joy to our communities. Inclusion means more than just awareness. It means opportunities—Access to education. Meaningful employment. Support to live independently. And communities where everyone is valued.

Today and every day, we celebrate people who experience Down syndrome, their contributions, and the families, support staff, and advocates who stand beside them.

03/20/2026

Join us in celebrating Haydie Duhaylungsod’s recent 10-year anniversary with Hope!

Haydie began at Hope as a live-in Resident Manager in Kodiak, and now, she is an Intensive Supports Resident Manager for one of our Assisted Living Homes in Anchorage.

What Haydie enjoys most about her work is the opportunity to make a difference in people’s lives. Building genuine connections and helping people grow in independence has been especially rewarding for her. She values the uniqueness of every person she supports and believes everyone has strengths and abilities that can shine with the right guidance and encouragement.

In 2017, Haydie received Hope’s Circle of Hope Award, an honor given to employees who embody Hope’s mission and values through their actions, attitude, and dedication. Nominated by her peers, this recognition reflects the meaningful difference she makes every day.

Outside of work, Haydie describes herself as a homebody who loves warm, cozy moments and staying connected with longtime friends. Some of her simply joys include reading, learning about history, trying new recipes and baking, and traveling. She is also a devoted caregiver to her senior parents, supporting their medical needs and enjoying the time she gets to spend with them as they travel between Alaska and the Philippines.

Thank you, Haydie, for dedicating a decade of your time, care, and attention to the Hope community. We’re grateful for the difference you make every day!

03/19/2026

Join Hope’s Deaf Supports team at two upcoming fun and interactive events!

The first, on March 21, is "Spring into Reading," a parent workshop at the Anchorage Z.J. Loussac Library to learn about the principles of reading with Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) children. BONUS! Meet special guest Fur Rondy Queen Clara Baldwin! Plus, get a free book to take home!

The second, on March 23, is "Passport to the Deaf World." Anyone is welcome to attend and will enjoy an evening of American Sign Language and Deaf culture games. ASL interpreters will be provided, and free parking will be available at the UAA Student Union center.

To learn more, visit www.hopealaska.org/deafsupports.