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Mental Health Team Present at 150th Annual AAIDD Meeting in Chicago
What does it take for a child with co-occurring intellectual, developmental, and mental health conditions to fully stabilize? Hope Services’ Mental Health team set out to find answers. We are proud to share that Anna Fernandez, Sarah Grato, and the Hope Services Mental Health team presented a research poster at the 150th Annual Meeting of…
Sheryl Hagemann: Leading with Heart in the South District
Those who work alongside Sheryl Hagemann describe her the same way: thoughtful, deeply dedicated, and someone who leads with both care and conviction. As Hope Services’ South District Director, Sheryl brings 24 years of experience and every one of them shows. She started as an aide, working one-on-one with participants, and grew through roles as…
Community & Connection | Children and Family Services
Families of children with developmental differences can often feel isolated or uncertain about how to find and connect with others who truly understand their experiences. Friends and acquaintances may not always recognize the unique supports and challenges that come with raising a child with special needs. But through shared understanding, common experiences, and their children’s…
Intern Spotlight: Priscilla Ann Bumagat, Clinician
From Intern to Full-Time Team Member Priscilla Ann Bumagat joined us as an intern in the Mental Health department in September 2024 and transitioned to a full-time Clinician role in July 2025, just weeks after graduating. We sat down with her to learn more about her journey. A Little About Priscilla Priscilla completed her undergraduate…
Hope in the News: The Crystal Ball Dance
The 2nd Annual Crystal Ball Dance was a tremendous success. On June 20, 2026, Hope Services and San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) brought together adults with developmental disabilities, their families, caregivers, and supporters for an evening of dancing, friendship, and celebration. We are thrilled to share that the dance made the news! The Crystal Ball…
Lead the Future of Inclusion and Opportunity as Hope’s Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer Location: San Jose, CaliforniaReports To: Board of Directors Lead the Future of Inclusion and Opportunity For more than 70 years, Hope Services has been transforming lives and building more inclusive communities. Today, as the largest and most comprehensive provider of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health…
Leadership Spotlight: Suanne Rinta
This month, we are proud to recognize Suanne Rinta, North District Director, as our Leadership Team Spotlight. Suanne recently celebrated an incredible milestone—45 years of service at Hope Services. Since joining the organization in 1980, she has dedicated her career to creating opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, helping them achieve greater independence,…
Celebrating Orlando’s First Year at HopeTHRIFT
When Orlando joined the HopeTHRIFT San Jose team one year ago, he was looking for an opportunity to continue building new skills, gain hands-on work experience, and connect with people in the community. Today, he has become a familiar face to customers and donors alike, demonstrating how meaningful employment can create pathways to confidence, growth,…
Relive the Magic of Innovate with Hope
On May 7, 2026, innovators, business leaders, advocates, philanthropists, and community members gathered at The Tech Interactive in San Jose for the inaugural Innovate with Hope. Together, we celebrated a powerful idea: that innovation is most meaningful when it creates opportunity, expands inclusion, and helps people reach their full potential. The sold-out event raised more…
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