Building Hope Through Community
Together, we can end housing insecurity and homelessness by providing essential resources and support
- Where we start
- Extended-stay motels
- How we help
- Coordinated support
Together, we can end housing insecurity and homelessness by providing essential resources and support
To increase housing stability and raise hope by providing coordinated holistic supportive services and expanding access to safe, affordable housing, leading to lasting positive outcomes for individuals experiencing mental or physical health challenges, substance use, or financial hardship.
Building a network of support through volunteer engagement and local partnerships
Treating every individual with respect, empathy, and understanding
Creating long-term pathways out of housing insecurity through education and employment
We focus on coordinating rather than directly providing services. Our Resource Coordinator connects clients to the following comprehensive support services and resources to address immediate needs and long-term stability
Emergency shelter, housing placement support, and rental assistance programs.
Coordinating donated food, clothing, and hygiene items from food pantries and faith based groups; coordinating access to laundry facilities and transportation.
Career counseling, resume building, interview preparation, and skill development workshops
Medical care, mental health services, and substance abuse support
Seminars covering financial literacy, stress reduction, nutrition, and strength-based assessments.
Arranging case managers from other organizations to help with housing, benefits, and services
Personalized support for navigating complex systems, informing clients about available services, and helping access social services and benefits.
Get you in touch with free legal assistance to help with ID & document assistance, benefits enrollment, and legal consultation services.
Social connection activities to build relationships and reduce isolation, including peer support groups, community events, and mentorship programs.
How we deliver effective support
Meeting people where they are at motels, housing projects, and homeless encampments to provide accessible support and build trust.
Collaborating with local agencies, faith based organizations, and businesses to maximize resources and coordinate care.
Integrating research, education, and best practices into housing support
Just as academic health care centers embed research and teaching missions into healthcare—with medical students doing rotations in clinics and cutting-edge research informing patient care—HopeSpace embeds academic and teaching missions into housing support services.
Social work students conduct rotations at our housing locations, bringing fresh perspectives and evidence-based approaches while gaining real-world experience in supportive housing environments.
Medical students on the Street Medicine team from Indiana University School of Medicine join our team to administer state-of-the-art academic surveys, collecting comprehensive data about clients' needs, including self-reported emotional, physical, and mental health symptoms.
The best academic research is continuously shared and integrated into our programs, ensuring our coordinated services reflect the latest evidence-based practices in supportive housing and holistic care.
Meet our impressive team dedicated to ending housing insecurity
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President
Patrick's twin brother, John, died at age 28 while homeless with schizophrenia, driving Patrick's mission to help with homelessness. Dr. Monahan is professor in Department of Biostatistics and Health Data Science, School of Medicine, Fairbanks School of Public Health, Indiana University, Indianapolis.
He is applying his expertise — psychometric development and validation of academically rigorous psychosocial surveys — to measure health needs of persons experiencing homelessness. He founded and operated a self-financed social housing enterprise, Home At Last, LLC (2015-2021); his team renovated 4 duplexes and 2 homes in Indianapolis' highest crime neighborhoods. Home At Last leased to individuals, master-leased to Adult & Child Health (one of Marion County's largest providers of behavioral and mental health services), and operated a 6-bedroom group home for persons with addictions and severe mental illness.
Dr. Monahan donated his time to found and oversee Indianapolis' first and only joint initiative with insurance companies to fund operations of a homeless medical respite pilot program. He served on the working group that created Marion County's Reuben Engagement Center. Patrick enjoys reading, swimming, walks in nature, and practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Treasurer
Bart joined IndyGo, Indiana's largest public transportation system, in 2019 as the VP of Finance and CFO. He previously served as CFO for the Indianapolis City-County Council under several administrations, where he was responsible for developing and overseeing the budget process and financial planning for the Council.
Mr. Brown has over twenty-five years of financial expertise. He has assisted both public and private sector entities in the oversight and planning of financial, administrative, and auxiliary functions. Mr. Brown helped steward the City of Indianapolis through several budget-writing processes and efforts to promote high-quality public services.
He has a Master's degree in Public Administration from Indiana University – Purdue University in Indianapolis and a Bachelor's degree from Indiana University in Bloomington. Bart's main passion is spending time with his family either at home or traveling.
Secretary
Chris brings experience from the nonprofit and local government sectors. As a staffer with the Indianapolis City-County Council, he specialized in advising on policy and programming for initiatives related to homelessness and mental health - including as a member of the advisory board for the City's first clinician-led mental health crisis response team.
He holds a Master's degree in History from the University of Maryland, College Park. In his personal time, Chris enjoys gardening and cooking.
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President
Patrick's twin brother, John, died at age 28 while homeless with schizophrenia, driving Patrick's mission to help with homelessness. Dr. Monahan is professor in Department of Biostatistics and Health Data Science, School of Medicine, Fairbanks School of Public Health, Indiana University, Indianapolis.
He is applying his expertise — psychometric development and validation of academically rigorous psychosocial surveys — to measure health needs of persons experiencing homelessness. He founded and operated a self-financed social housing enterprise, Home At Last, LLC (2015-2021); his team renovated 4 duplexes and 2 homes in Indianapolis' highest crime neighborhoods. Home At Last leased to individuals, master-leased to Adult & Child Health (one of Marion County's largest providers of behavioral and mental health services), and operated a 6-bedroom group home for persons with addictions and severe mental illness.
Dr. Monahan donated his time to found and oversee Indianapolis' first and only joint initiative with insurance companies to fund operations of a homeless medical respite pilot program. He served on the working group that created Marion County's Reuben Engagement Center. Patrick enjoys reading, swimming, walks in nature, and practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Treasurer
Bart joined IndyGo, Indiana's largest public transportation system, in 2019 as the VP of Finance and CFO. He previously served as CFO for the Indianapolis City-County Council under several administrations, where he was responsible for developing and overseeing the budget process and financial planning for the Council.
Mr. Brown has over twenty-five years of financial expertise. He has assisted both public and private sector entities in the oversight and planning of financial, administrative, and auxiliary functions. Mr. Brown helped steward the City of Indianapolis through several budget-writing processes and efforts to promote high-quality public services.
He has a Master's degree in Public Administration from Indiana University – Purdue University in Indianapolis and a Bachelor's degree from Indiana University in Bloomington. Bart's main passion is spending time with his family either at home or traveling.
Secretary
Chris brings experience from the nonprofit and local government sectors. As a staffer with the Indianapolis City-County Council, he specialized in advising on policy and programming for initiatives related to homelessness and mental health - including as a member of the advisory board for the City's first clinician-led mental health crisis response team.
He holds a Master's degree in History from the University of Maryland, College Park. In his personal time, Chris enjoys gardening and cooking.
IU School of Medicine faculty member specializing in street medicine and health equity.
Attorney with expertise in housing law, tenant rights, and nonprofit governance.
Social work professor leading research on supportive housing and homelessness prevention.
Corporate executive with background in strategic planning and community investment.
Every contribution, big or small, makes a lasting impact
Real people, real transformations
Now Employed & Housed
"HopeSpace didn't just give me a place to sleep - they believed in me. With their job training program, I found meaningful work and now have my own apartment. I'm forever grateful."
Rebuilt Her Life
"After losing everything, I didn't know where to turn. The staff here treated me with dignity and helped me get back on my feet. Today, I'm stable and paying it forward as a volunteer."
Respected leaders speak about our work
HopeSpace Inc. represents the gold standard in supportive housing services. Their academic approach, combined with genuine compassion, creates measurable outcomes that transform lives and strengthen our entire community.
Professor of Social Work, Indiana University
As a community leader, I've witnessed firsthand how HopeSpace's coordinated approach addresses the root causes of housing insecurity. Their partnerships with medical schools and local organizations create a comprehensive support system that truly works.
Executive Director, Community Faith Alliance
HopeSpace's innovative model bridges the gap between research and practice. Their evidence-based approach to housing stability sets a new benchmark for the field and demonstrates what's possible when we invest in people with dignity and expertise.
Mayor, City of Indianapolis
The integration of medical students and social work students into HopeSpace's programs creates a unique learning environment that benefits both the students and the communities they serve. This is academic excellence in action.
Dean, IU School of Medicine
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