About UsHope Renews was founded by parents of teens with severe emotional distress in residential treatment programs. Having had children in these programs we learned firsthand two things. First, that this kind of intensive intervention can be life saving. And second, we learned that it comes with a substantial price tag. It has been our belief that this kind of care should not be the exclusive province of the wealthy. So we created a foundation to specifically address financial issues – through loans and grants directly to families, through the dissemination of information of resources that might be available to help pay for treatment, and through a forum of supportive voices to connect families facing this challenge. Hope Renews has survived the critical first five years in operation. While our grant and loan program is focused on just one program, Vista Adolescent Treatment Center, the information in this website should be of use to the much broader universe of families struggling to pay for a child in treatment. More... How Much Is Treatment?There is no other way to say it: residential treatment is expensive. Parents have to navigate a maze of funding options that are confusing and frustrating. We have been through it. We hope we can make your job easier by sharing our experiences. More... How Do I Pay for It?Paying for treatment is a challenge to low- and middle-income families. But it is not impossible. It takes a parent that is educated, dedicated, and thinks outside the box. It will require planning, locating resources, talking to programs, juggling tasks, all while you are trying to take care of your family. But if you approach this fight, armed with knowledge and support, you are more likely to get your child the help he needs. More... |
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We Can't Do It Without YouThanks to the generosity of the people and organizations below, Hope Renews is able to serve families with kids in severe emotional distress. Won't you join them? A Mom Says Thank YouDear Hope Renews Donors, How does one say thank you for another chance at life? A family in crisis with a troubled teenager can quickly exhaust patience, hope, and financial resources. With two troubled teenagers, the speed of depletion of emotional and financial resources is doubled. My husband volunteered for a hazardous duty assignment in Iraq to finance the treatment for our son. With our son away in treatment, our daughter’s difficulties were brought to the surface. If it were not for your generous donations, we would not have been able to provide the same quality of care for our daughter that our son has received. Thanks to your selflessness, she has been provided an opportunity to become a healthy and whole young adult. Truly our hopes for her future have been renewed. We will never be able to repay your kindness. However, our daughter already speaks of one day utilizing the tools that she has developed to assist other struggling teenagers. Your life-changing gift will continue to touch our family and others for years to come. Thank you, thank you, thank you! Founders (Over $100,000) Trustees ($10,000-$100,000) Stewards ($5,000-$10,000) Family Friends ($2,500 - $5,000) Associates ($1,000-$2,500) Friend ($500-$1,000) Patron ($250-$500) Booster (under $250)
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Newsletter 2010The Hope Renews Newsletter for 2010 (that is, a real, hold in your hands, line your bird cage, burn after reading, made from paper document) is in the final production phases. The topic is ADVICE:
You won't want to miss it, so please send us your mailing address and we will make sure you to get a copy -- in the mail. The Editors |