Newsletters

2025 – Quarter 4

In Fall 2025, Services of Hope celebrated community, connection, and gratitude through events like a free garage sale, FriendsGiving, staff retreats, and holiday gatherings, while honoring achievements such as CEO Angelita Valdez being named one of the 25 Influential Latinos in West Michigan. The season emphasized giving back, fostering hope, and reflecting on meaningful moments.

2025 – Quarter 3

Highlights of our community engagement through events like the Through the Decades Gala, Mental Health Cabaret, and Recovery Month festivities, while celebrating the addition of three new staff members and six Master's-level interns to expand specialized therapy services. Services of Hope continues to grow and actively support mental health and restorative justice initiatives in Muskegon County.

2025 – Quarter 2

Highlights of our organization's community involvement through events like the Muskegon Pride and Juneteenth parades. It also celebrates the filming of a Comcast RISE commercial at their office, which featured the staff and showcased their mission of providing inclusive counseling services.

2025 – Quarter 1

2025 celebrates our 12th anniversary and our participation in community initiatives like the "Kevin's Song" suicide prevention conference and the Business Women of Color Brunch. Other key activities included conducting a SWOT analysis for intentional 2025 planning and hosting local youth to learn about community leadership during Women’s History Month.

2024 – Quarter 4

The Servicios De Esperanza Fall 2024 newsletter highlights the agency's community engagement, including participating in a Trunk or Treat event, fundraising for the March of Dimes, and promoting mental health awareness for men and during the election and holiday seasons. The organization emphasizes the importance of seasonal self-care, encouraging individuals to maintain routines, set boundaries, and prioritize rest to remain resilient during the transition into winter.

2024 – Quarter 3

Our focus is on community outreach and partnerships, highlighting the agency's sponsorship of the Through the Decades Gala and the HealthWest Mental Health Fair. During this quarter, the organization also installed a free Naloxone vending machine, celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by highlighting their CEO, and participated in various local events like Recovery Fest and National Night Out to support community well-being.

2024 – Quarter 2

For the April–June 2024 quarter, the Servicios De Esperanza team prioritized professional growth and community engagement, most notably sending their entire staff to the NAMICON conference in Denver, Colorado, thanks to support from a City of Muskegon ARPA grant. Beyond the conference, the agency actively promoted Mental Health Awareness Month in May with their "#stopthestigma" campaign and participated in local events such as the Taste of Muskegon and the Dia de la Mujer conference at Michigan State University.

2024 – Quarter 1

For the first quarter of 2024, Servicios De Esperanza focused on celebrating a decade of impact and strengthening community ties, marked by their 11-year anniversary and the debut of their new mascot, HOPE-Y the Hippo. The team balanced professional development, such as play therapy training, with extensive community outreach, including participating in the Reeth Puffer "Snow Much Fun" event, the MSU Social Work Career Fair, and various local donation drives.

2023 – Quarter 4

Wrapping up the 2023 calendar year, the October–December newsletter emphasizes the importance of mental health during the transition into winter, advising community members to maintain routines and stay connected to combat the challenges of shorter days. The agency remained active in community service with interns supporting the Bethany Christian Services Trunk or Treat event, while the staff closed out the year by focusing on internal wellness and connection during their December holiday gathering.

2023 – Quarter 3

For the July–September 2023 quarter, Servicios De Esperanza focused on creativity and community connection, notably through the development of Connie's Corner, a reflection space featuring a Rock Painting Party in August. The agency also sponsored the Young Black Professionals' Mental Health Brunch and held a Summer Lake Day for staff to prioritize rest and wellness. Seasonal mental health reminders emphasized the benefits of fresh air, sunlight, and hydration to boost mood during the warmer months.

2023 – Quarter 2

During the April–June 2023 quarter, Servicios De Esperanza celebrated becoming an NHSC Site, allowing fully licensed therapists to receive student loan repayment. The agency also prioritized community and environment by sponsoring a softball team for the Strike Out Child Abuse campaign and beginning the initial planting of flowers in Connie's Corner, a dedicated space for reflection and remembrance.

2023 – Quarter 1

The January–March 2023 newsletter marks a period of significant transition for Servicios De Esperanza, highlighted by the move to a new office building at 8 W. Walton Ave. to double their capacity for clients and staff. While celebrating their 10-year anniversary with team activities at the FABLAB, the agency also honored the memory of their "biggest cheerleader," Connie Navarro, by establishing Connie's Corner—a dedicated outdoor space for reflection and hope.

2022 – Quarter 4

The Quarter 4, 2022 newsletter for Servicios de Esperanza focuses on seasonal connection and the introduction of new clinical staff. During this period, the agency welcomed Emily Basham, who specializes in trauma and play therapy for youth , and Kristine Coffee, an experienced counselor supporting adults with substance use and mental health needs. The quarter was marked by community and gratitude, featuring a staff chili cook-off, Halloween celebrations, and a successful social media wishlist campaign that provided the office with essential supplies.

2022 – Quarter 3

During the third quarter of 2022, Servicios de Esperanza celebrated CEO Angelita Valdez’s nomination as a Lakeshore ATHENA leader and strengthened their team through a collaborative staff appreciation day at a local escape room. The agency also expanded its community impact by launching a new EXIT program partnership and promoting resources for Men’s Health Awareness Month.