State Referrals
Information for DCF, Lead Agencies, and partners
The following information is designed to help DCF and lead agencies:
- Understand HopeWell's unique strengths, including our experience with specialized populations and our clinical expertise.
- Learn more about the specific kinds of support HopeWell offers for youth and families under the current state contract.
- Know who to contact to make a referral, based on service and geographic area.
Choose an option below:
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Supports for Families
Supports for Youth
Make a Referral
CONTACT INFORMATION
For Referrals
HopeWell's Family Together Program
Includes the following service models: Safe & Stable*, Social Connections & Permanency Support*, Comprehensive Services* (Family, Intensive Family, Therapeutic, Family Member With a Disability), Therapeutic (Family & Youth), Preparation Support
*With Motivational Interviewing
DCF Western Region
Mike Hanscom, Program Director
(413) 355-5402
mhanscom@hopewellinc.org
DCF Central Region
Ana Portillo, Program Director
(781) 436-0524
aportillo@hopewellinc.org
DCF Southern Region
Jennifer Oliveira, Program Director
(508) 443-5257
joliveira@hopewellinc.org
DCF Northern & Boston Regions
Jane Foley, Program Director
(617) 607-5161
jfoley@hopewellinc.org
HopeWell's My Next Step Program
Youth Support & Stabilization — Transition-Age Youth
Educational, employment, financial, daily living, and mental/behavioral health support for youth ages 16-22+ who are aging out of foster care
DCF Western Region
Yeisie Mateo, Program Director
(413) 650-2676
ymateo@hopewellinc.org
DCF Northern, Southern, & Boston Regions
Beccah Tibert, Program Director
(781) 366-0504
rtibert@hopewellinc.org
*Not currently offered in DCF’s Central Region
HopeWell's RISE Program
Youth Support & Stabilization — Educational & Vocational Youth Support
Personalized one-on-one literacy tutoring and education support for children who are currently in or recently experienced foster care
DCF Boston Region
Johanna Even, Program Director
(617) 468-8458
jeven@hopewellinc.org
*Currently only available in the Greater Boston area
Supports for Families
HopeWell's Family Stability Program
Includes the following service models: Safe & Stable*, Social Connections & Permanency Support*, Comprehensive Services* (Family, Intensive Family, Therapeutic, Family Member With a Disability), Therapeutic (Family & Youth), Preparation Support
*With Motivational Interviewing
DCF Western Region
Mike Hanscom, Program Director
(413) 355-5402
mhanscom@hopewellinc.org
DCF Central Region
Ana Portillo, Program Director
(781) 436-0524
aportillo@hopewellinc.org
DCF Southern Region
Jennifer Oliveira, Program Director
(508) 443-5257
joliveira@hopewellinc.org
DCF Northern & Boston Regions
Jane Foley, Program Director
(617) 607-5161
jfoley@hopewellinc.org
Supports for Youth Age 16-22+
HopeWell's My Next Step Program
Youth Support & Stabilization — Transition-Age Youth
Educational, employment, financial, daily living, and mental/behavioral health support for young people aging out of foster care
DCF Western Region
Yeisie Mateo, Program Director
(413) 650-2676
ymateo@hopewellinc.org
DCF Northern, Southern, & Boston Regions
Beccah Tibert, Program Director
(781) 366-0504
rtibert@hopewellinc.org
*Not currently offered in DCF’s Central Region
Supports for Youth in Grades K-3
HopeWell's RISE Program
Youth Support & Stabilization — Educational & Vocational Youth Support
Personalized one-on-one literacy tutoring and education support for children who are currently in or recently experienced foster care
DCF Boston Region
Johanna Even, Program Director
(617) 468-8458
jeven@hopewellinc.org
*Currently only available in the Greater Boston area