Mission
Hope COS commits to empower those we serve to rebuild their lives and embrace a future filled with Hope and Purpose.
Vision
Our vision is a community where every person is given the support and opportunity to rebuild their life, grounded in dignity and compassion.
Statement of Purpose
“The purpose of HOPE COS is to provide compassionate, values-driven support through street outreach, peer coaching, sober living, and warming shelters.
Rooted in shared understanding, our programs empower those we serve to rebuild their lives, fostering healing, growth, and a renewed sense of hope and purpose.
We are committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where every person is treated with dignity and given the resources needed to thrive.”
Core Values
- Justice
- Love in Action
- Humility
- Growth
- Accountability & Transparency
- Compassionate Outreach
- Grace
- Equality & Equity
Street Outreach
Reaching the Unreachable
The HOPE COS Street Outreach Program connects with individuals experiencing homelessness, offering essential resources directly where they reside, such as in camps and on the streets.
Providing Essential Resources
Our team provides food, water, hygiene products, and clothing to meet immediate needs, building trust with those we serve.
Guiding Toward Stability
We help individuals access services such as warming shelters, recovery programs, and housing, offering referrals and personalized support to guide them toward stability.
Emergency Warming Shelters
In 2022, HOPE COS opened warming shelters to fill a service gap for individuals experiencing homelessness and facing acute substance use disorders or mental health challenges.
Supporting Those in Need
Our shelter serves individuals who are either suspended from local shelters due to behaviors related to substance use or mental health, prefer not to enter local shelters, or do not wish to leave their personal belongings unattended in camping spots.
Transportation and Shelter Operations
We transport both individuals and their belongings to our emergency shelter location. When the weather improves, we assist with transportation back to their desired location.
In 2022, we served an average of 70 individuals per event, and in 2023, our two locations reached capacity with 240 participants over three nights.
Connecting to Supportive Services
Our warming shelters also provide participants opportunities to connect with supportive services through HOPE COS case management.
Peer Support Services
Overview
HOPE COS offers Peer Support services to individuals facing challenges related to substance use, homelessness, and recovery. Our Peer Support Specialists have lived experience and provide practical guidance and encouragement to those seeking stability and healing.
Shelter-Based Support
Peer support is available 24/7 at our shelter, where specialists assist guests in navigating personal struggles, building trust, and connecting to recovery programs, housing, and employment resources.
Core Approach
Peer Support fosters a non-judgmental environment, empowering individuals to take control of their recovery and life decisions. Our team ensures that guests are treated with dignity, compassion, and respect, aligning with HOPE COS’s core values.
Recovery Housing
Safe and Supportive Environment
HOPE COS provides recovery housing for individuals early in their journey toward sobriety and stability, offering a substance-free environment where residents can focus on rebuilding their lives with necessary support.
Structured Support and Resources
Residents have access to peer coaching, employment resources, mental health services, and substance use treatment programs, integrated into daily life to support sustained recovery.
Building Skills for Long-Term Success
Our recovery housing program promotes independence and self-sufficiency. Residents develop life skills, build healthy relationships, and set goals for employment and stable housing while maintaining sobriety.
A Community of Accountability
The program emphasizes peer support and accountability, creating a community where individuals rely on each other for encouragement, advice, and motivation. This environment fosters personal growth and resilience for success after completing the program.
Community Reentry
Believing in New Beginnings
At HOPE COS, we support individuals and families as they reenter the Colorado Springs community following incarceration. Each client’s support plan is personalized based on their unique barriers and goals.
Peer-Led Support for Lasting Impact
Our reentry initiatives are led by passionate individuals who have successfully transitioned into the community, boosting confidence in what can be achieved.
Guiding Toward Stability
With a focus on empowerment and community, our team is committed to providing individuals with the resources and guidance needed for a successful reentry journey.