FAQ

HOPE NC 's mission is to create inclusive communities where people of all ages and abilities experience a sense of belonging. We are currently supporting adults with I/DD in 2 housing projects with a third on the way in 2026. While we are implementing our model locally, we are working on statewide advocacy to make inclusive housing possible across the state. We also continue to look for land where we could build an inclusive community from the ground up. Inclusive communities have people with and without disabilities living as neighbors, with the involvement of a Community Facilitator to encourage social interactions, provide resources and referrals to residents as needed, assist in building relationships, and create a culture of mutual support and caring among all residents of the community.

An intentional community refers to a community where residents intentionally choose to live in a community of people with and without disabilities, with the assumption that everyone belongs and diversity is welcome. An inclusive community is a place where everyone is given the opportunity to live as a contributing member of the community while being appreciated for one’s abilities and uniqueness. Inclusive also means that the housing is integrated into the wider neighborhood and not segregated by disability.

We work to keep the numbers similar to the general population, where 1 in 5 people have a disability. In our inclusive communities approximately 20% of units are for adults with IDD with 80% for families and adults (seniors, students, etc,) without disabilities. In a community with 100 homes, 20 of those would be for people with I/DD.

The level of supports needed will vary based on each individual’s needs.. Residents will have the choice of their service provider. Obtaining those supports through a provider agency of their choice will be the responsibility of the individual or their family member or caregiver. The community will also offer a Community Facilitator who will oversee and arrange social gatherings and events for all residents, support connections between residents and service providers and property management, and connect residents with needed resources in the wider community.

HOPE NC does not currently have a waitlist. However, we are now collecting responses via this interest form to be able to notify interested persons as opportunities become available. Please complete the form!

Currently all HOPE NC communities are rental. For future communities, some will be all affordable rental while others will have opportunities for home ownership as part of a mixed-income project.

You can stay connected via our website, Facebook page, and Instagram. You can sign up for our mailing list here on our homepage.

HOPE NC is in search of volunteers, of all ages and abilities! If you are interested please contact us via email to help us with a variety of tasks.  With more of us working together, we will be closer to achieving our dream of creating an intentional, inclusive community in the Triangle area. We can also use your donations to help us continue the work of bringing together all the partners needed to create more options for this type of inclusive housing across the state. You can donate on our homepage here. Thank you!

HOPE NC partners with community organizations who already have housing or who are building housing. The housing developer agrees to set aside a certain number of homes (apartments, condos, etc) for adults with I/DD. HOPE NC then assists with the referral and application process and hires a Community Facilitator to work onsite at the community toprovide support to the adults with I/DD who live there.

Anyone who is 18 or older with I/DD can live in a HOPE NC community. We do not provide direct support professionals so whatever assistance is needed for daily living skills must be provided by either the Medicaid Waiver supports or the family. We do not have onsite 24/7 staff.  

We find that all residents, with or without disabilities, benefit from the added programming and activities provided by our Community Facilitators because it increases everyone's social engagement which leads to increased natural support and feelings of belonging. All activities and programs are free for all residents. In addition, the Community Facilitator acts as a liaison between all the providers that are in a resident's life including the housing provider, property management, rental assistance organization and service providers. The Community Facilitator also works with each individual to identify their personal goals and connect residents with resources to assist in meeting those goals.

Right now, each community has their own process for applications so the best way is to get on our Housing Interest list so you can be notified of any upcoming new housing projects or vacancies in any of the current ones. You can also get on our HOPE NC newsletter mailing list to hear about current events and community updates.