Social workers see the world differently. They focus on the bigger picture, not just individual struggles. They challenge systems, advocate for change, and fight for lasting impact. For Victoria, a Medical Care Coordinator in our Neuro Rehabilitation team, social work wasn’t always the plan. She nearly walked away, but mentors saw something in her she hadn’t yet seen in herself. Now, at Hope Network, she’s found her purpose—standing up for others, helping them see their own strength, and making a real difference. "I found my purpose in advocating for others and standing up for them when they need it most." Stay tuned as we highlight four incredible social workers this month.
Hope Network
Individual and Family Services
Grand Rapids, Michigan 10,061 followers
Hope Network was born from a belief that no human is more valuable than the next. We are all equally human.
About us
Disability? Diagnosis? Doesn’t matter. We are all equally human, and we all deserve to live in a world where we can thrive. WHAT WE DO: We are a Michigan-based non-profit that provides life-changing services that bridge care gaps for 30,000+ people all across our state, every year. With 125+ statewide locations and 2000+ employees, we offer health care like neuro rehabilitation, autism therapy, and mental health support, alongside essential social services like transportation, education assistance, work skills training, affordable housing, and more—so that everyone throughout our communities can achieve their highest level of independence. Not everyone is willing to do this work. But we are. Because we were born from a belief that no human is more valuable than the next. Disability? Diagnosis? Doesn’t matter. We are all equally human, and we all deserve to live in a world where we can thrive. WHY IT MATTERS: Over 70 million people in the U.S. suffer from disabilities or disadvantages that impact their quality of life. Over two million of them live in Michigan. That’s more than 3x the population of Detroit. We’re here to break down barriers, because health, independence, and self-belief shouldn’t be privileges—they should be the standard. And we won’t stop until they are. hopenetwork.org | 800.695.7273
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- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1963
- Specialties
- Brain and Spinal Cord Neuro Rehabilitation, Transportation, Developmental Services, Workforce Development, Behavioral Health Services, Subsidized Housing, Autism, Affordable Housing, Contract Packaging, and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
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3075 Orchard Vista Drive
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, US
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3075 Orchard Vista Drive
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, US
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775 36th Street SE
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548, US
Employees at Hope Network
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"When I first started, I met a young gentleman who had had a severe brain injury...He had multiple young children and a wife. And when I first met him, he was not alert. I saw him through about 3-4 months of really intense rehab to the point where he was walking out of the hospital, he was speaking, he was dressing himself. He was...almost himself again. And to see that progression...that was incredible. That was really the first time that I had seen the impact that physical therapy can make." - Brittany Wittry, Hope Network Neuro Rehab Physical Therapist Thanks to the incredible work that Brittany and the other experts at Neuro Rehab, here at Hope Network, you'll never have to overcome alone. Stay tuned for more Neuro Rehab stories this month as we raise awareness about Traumatic Brain Injuries,
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HUGE thank you to WZZM 13 for shining a light on decades-long TBI survivor, Kelly Syverson for Brain Injury Awareness month. We are constantly in awe, Kelly, of your determination and positive attitude, and we are so thankful you are apart of the Hope Network Neuro Rehabilitation community. Your comeback story is truly one of a kind.
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Did you know one in every 60 Americans live with a TBI-related disability? Hope Network Neuro Rehabilitation gives hope to people with brain injuries by helping them regain their independence. Join us this month during Brain Injury Awareness Month as we share our commitment to helping those we serve.
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It's National Reading Month, and we're shining a light on Hope Network's Michigan Education Corps. Why? Because they do good work. And that work makes a big difference in the lives of thousands of kids across Michigan. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6ccgWDs
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Jacki McKinney didn't just talk about change, she lived it. A fierce advocate for African American women and their children, Jacki co-founded the National People of Color Consumer/Survivor Network to give a voice to those who needed it most. She worked tirelessly to ensure mental health systems become more inclusive and empathetic. Jacki McKinney was a true example of advocacy in action.
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Earlier this week, my teammate Floyd Booker, MM and I had the honor of leading a Youth Mental Health First Aid training for an incredible group of people. Now, they’re better equipped to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges in youth. By empowering individuals with the knowledge to support others, we can make a meaningful impact! ➡️ Interested in joining the mental health movement? Stay updated on Hope Network’s upcoming sessions here: https://lnkd.in/gRheHDjy (new dates are added weekly!) ➡️ Or, request a private session here: https://lnkd.in/gC6H3eVm Together, we can make a difference! 💙 #MentalHealthFirstAid #MentalHealthMatters
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