Eligibility
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Young Adult Eligibility (partial list):
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Ages 18 to 30+;
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Has a diagnosis of emotional, cognitive, mental health issue and or related disabilities/conditions, may have had/has an IEP;
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Is able to follow instructions, is stable, language and behavior are appropriate;
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Wants to attend Will's Hope, wants to learn;
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Disabilities/condition affects self-esteem, self-confidence and may mask individual strengths;
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May seem aloof and unable to engage peers and older adults;
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Has a track record of good behavior;
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Is able to hike at least 3 miles with an elevation gain of 600 feet and can help other participants during various activities;
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Will's Hope promotes independence, the building of self-confidence, self-esteem, & self-advocacy; as well as promoting individual passions & strengths;
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We currently have a limited capability for persons that also have physical disabilities;
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Personnel attending the Advanced Programs must be able to hike 5 miles with an elevation gain of 1,000 feet;
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The Advanced Program also requires higher academic skills than the regular Will's Hope program;
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Advanced Program applicants must have successfully completed the regular Will's Hope Program and passed an interview prior to receipt of an application for the 2024 Programs.
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Applications: Applications for 2024 programs will be available in late December 2023 for the summer 2024 Programs. Prior to receiving an application first time prospective participants are interviewed with the family/caregiver to determine if they are eligible. Eligible persons then complete an application. After review of the application a second interview is conducted. Acceptance is based on the individual having an acceptable application and passing the second interview. Contact Sarah Squire at 719-210-5808 for any questions. Returning participants must also be interviewed prior to receipt of an application.