HopeWorks offers services for families and teens. Established in 1973, HopeWorks focuses on providing support and counsel to those in need. It works with teens, families and small groups by promoting positive living and choices. It encourages values and spiritual growth, community responsibility and leadership. It teaches teens and families to listen to one another in new and different ways, to believe in personal wisdom and to find a new direction to living that promotes peace, happiness and understanding. HopeWorks is led by Executive Director Dorothy Shugrue.