The third and last edition of the Hope Services Run for HOPE... and your Life! Zombie 5K and 1K Fun Run was a total success. The race took place at the beautiful Crews Wilderness Lake Park in Pasco County and counted with the participation of about 150 runners, zombies of all ages and the fantastic Star Wars crew, amongst many other fantastic characters that made the race unforgettable.  Prizes and medals for everyone, vendors and and overall exciting atmosphere of sportsmanship camaraderie. Great fun for everyone!

Unfortunately after careful consideration, the Direction has decided that the event no longer aligns fully with Hope Services’ mission and therefore this is the final Zombie 5k. 

Thank you to every single runner, volunteer, sponsor and staff member that intervene in the process. Each one played an incredible role in making this event something really special. We are sincerely grateful for everyone's dedication and spirit.

Fall is here and with the beautiful colors and fresh breeze, we also welcome some amazing camps at the Hope Services Life Skills & Vocational Training Center. We are offering two exciting programs that will last only 3 days. Our General Career Camp which offers information and a wide range of different career paths to help students identify their passion and match their skills when choosing a career. The Center is also offering Intro to Culinary, for those who already know this is the path they would love to take. Talk to your Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and ask for the referral. Spaces are limited!

Hope Services staff receives donation Check From Culver's Zephyrhills General Manager Amber Fisher.

Great visit from Culver's  representative Amber Fisher who presented Hope Services with a check for $2.477.37, the total of donations collected during the three Sundays of the "Support your Neighbor" program on behalf of the Life Skills Life Skills and Vocational Training Center Scholarship Fund. Thank you so much to Culver's for their immense support and trust. Their generous contribution will change young lives by opening the doors of opportunity for a brighter future.

As I sit in the comfort of my office, hearing the heartbreaking news and reading on social media about the 6-year-old boy with autism who lost his life due to his mother’s anger, I can’t help but stop and think — how could we at Hope Services have helped this family?

As a community, we need to pause and remember to care for one another, especially in times of need. Offering a helping hand, a listening ear, or simply showing compassion can make all the difference.

If you ever find yourself struggling or in need of support, please reach out to Hope Services. Our core values — We Care, We Help, and We Give Hope — are not just words on a wall; they are values we live by each and every day. Through our work, we strive to make a life-changing difference for individuals and families, especially those living with mental illness or disabilities such as autism. 

It is our prayer that you never feel alone. Hope Services is here for you — to care, to help, and to give hope.

Cindy Bray, Hope Services, Founder & CEO

As we welcome November, the cool mornings remind us that this is the month we celebrate Thanksgiving, a time to pause and reflect on the many blessings in our lives.

Let us take a moment to share what we are thankful for: our families, friends, community, careers, health and happiness. Each brings meaning and joy to our days.

As you prepare to open your home for Thanksgiving, consider adding a special chair at your table, a simple reminder of gratitude and the many reasons we have to give thanks.

At Hope Services, we are deeply thankful for the families we serve, our dedicated staff, and the community partners who help make our mission possible each day. Together, we continue to build brighter futures and create opportunities for those living with disabilities and struggling in our community.

From all of us at Hope Services, we wish you a warm, joyful and Happy Thanksgiving! 

With gratitude, Cindy Bray, Founder & CEO