Eligibility
Young Adult Eligibility (partial list):
-Ages 18 to 30+;
-Has a diagnosis of emotional, cognitive, mental health issue and or related
disabilities/conditions, may have had/has an IEP;
-Is able to follow instructions, is stable, language and behavior are appropriate;
-Wants to attend Will's Hope, wants to learn;
-Disabilities/condition affects self-esteem, self-confidence and may mask individual
strengths;
-May seem aloof and unable to engage peers and older adults;
-Has a track record of good behavior;
-Is able to hike at least 3 miles with an elevation gain of 600 feet and can help other
participants during various activities;
-Will's Hope promotes independence, the building of self-confidence, self-esteem, &
self-advocacy; as well as promoting individual passions & strengths;
-We currently have a limited capability for persons that also have physical disabilities;
-Personnel attending the Advanced Programs must be able to hike 5 miles with an
elevation gain of 1,000 feet;
-The Advanced Program also requires higher academic skills than the regular Will's
Hope program;
-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 2023
Programs. Please see "Resources" page/tab for more info.
Applications: Applications for 2023 programs will be available in late December 2022 for the summer 2023 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.
