Please take a moment and visit our newly revised web site. You’ll see the difference that Hope for Tomorrow, Inc. is making in the lives of recovering alcoholics, addicts, pathological gamblers, and in the community. See how and why we HFT came about, read about upcoming events, discover who’s on our board of directors, and see pictures of “A Day In The Life” of Hope for Tomorrow, Inc..

Client’s Evaluate Our Services

HFT Financial Reports

Residential Program Information

Frequently Asked Questions

Intake Procedures

Directions to Our Corporate Office

Community Involvement

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

On the Cover—Newly Revised Web Site.

Letter from the President—Read about HFT and relapse prevention.

Hope for Tomorrow’s Residential Programs—Safe, structured, and sober residential services for men and women .

Reaching Out In The Community—Operation Helping Hands; Collaboration Builds Better Communities. Thank you donors.

True Blue Painting & Decorating—Local businessman, Bryan Lyndeen, raises $11,543.00 for HFT.

2006 Board of Directors & Administration / Support Staff—See who’s behind the scenes, and who’s on the front line at HFT.

Building lives, Restoring hope, Strengthening families, and Improving Communities—A Day in the Life of HFT.

Help End Homelessness in Aurora & Kane County. HFT Statistics—Learn about a collaborative initiative to end homelessness.

Fourth Annual Awards Banquet—COMING UP SOON—Reserve your table today—safely and securely, on line.

HFT Financials, Client Summarization Reports, and HFT Donation Wish List—Get the $$ details, read about life changes ...

July—September 2006

Building lives, Restoring hope & Strengthening families

Our mission is to help the chronic substance abusing, chemically dependent, and/or compulsive pathological gambler develop into what

they are capable of becoming and to ultimately develop a life based upon truth, goodness, wholeness, justice and order, richness and

totality, and autonomy and self-sufficiency.

Hope for Tomorrow, Inc.

HFT Statistical Information

Links To AA/CA/NA/EA/SA/OE … And Several Recovery-Based Agencies

And, you can make an on-line donation to our life-changing mission (PayPal).

From the Founder & Executive Director’s Desk After continually witnessing individuals afflicted with the diseases of substance abuse, chemical dependence, and compulsive pathological gambling relapse for the lack of adequate long-term supportive services, I founded Hope for Tomorrow, Inc. to serve as a beacon of hope to recovering individuals and their families. Since its inception, in October 1999, Hope for Tomorrow has assisted over 145 men and women develop a life that centers around their recovery and return to society as sober, responsible, productive, accountable, law-abiding, taxpaying citizens. These men and women, once hopelessly addicted to alcohol; cocaine; heroin; gambling; and prescription medications,

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reported that their top fifteen relapse triggers were, in ranking order: boredom, loneliness, quit doing the maintenance portion for recovery, low self-esteem, isolation, anger, financial/money, lack of support network, guilt, relationships, inability to ask for help, depression, resentments, stress, and insufficient spiritual connection.

The combination of structure and supportive services, offered through Hope for Tomorrow, helps the newly recovering individual develop a comprehensive sobriety plan in all fifteen areas of relapse prevention. Seventy-two percent of HFT clients enter our residential programs unemployed. Within seven days, residents secure and maintain full-time employment, and begin the process of self-sufficiency. Employment has a multitude of benefits. First, it fosters accountability and responsibility. Next, employment develops self-worth; promotes an overall feeling of well-being; improves time management skills; provides direction and purpose in life; reduces depressive symptoms; develops relationships; alleviates boredom, and reduces guilt through productivity.

So, as you can see, helping the newly recovering individual secure and maintain full-time (legitimate) employment is a key factor in relapse prevention. But, employment alone is not enough. What about impulse control; delaying immediate gratification; toxic shame; resentments; insufficient or misconceived spirituality; egotistical thinking; stress management; selfless—rather than selfish thinking; complacency; identifying and implementing life’s priorities; building recovery-based relationships; establishing a balanced lifestyle, addressing biomedical, physiological, legal, and emotional complications; and repairing shattered family relationships? HFT addresses these relapse issues through weekly education groups, and ongoing counseling sessions with clients. The results, although over 95% (140) of HFT clients enter our residential program homeless, only 3.10% (4) leave homeless; 74.42% (96) secure independent living, and 17.83% (23) secure dependent living (e.g., move back home with family or other relatives). And, of the 72.60% (106) that enter HFT unemployed, 85.27% (110) secure full-time employment, and another 3.88% (5) secure part-time employment. All clients receive comprehensive, ongoing weekly education that addresses the fifteen areas of relapse prevention, and, at this time, our average increase in longest period of uninterrupted sobriety is 631%.

While these statistics are staggering, there is an important aspect of recovery that deserves to be discussed. Upon admission, the vast majority of our clients have an estranged relationship with a God of their understanding. One hundred and forty-four (99%) of HFT clients report a childhood spiritual belief in Jesus Christ, but one hundred and twenty-two (83%) state that their addiction has drawn them away from God—leaving them tormented with fears. I am committed to the belief that without a deep meaningful relationship with God, life is empty. Therefore, in an effort to assist clients develop and nurture their spirituality, we are collaborating with local ministries (e.g., Ginger Creek Community Church, Christ Community Church, Community Christian Church, St. John’s Lutheran Church, and others). These ministries will offer mentors and small groups to HFT clients to assist them rebuild their faith and live in a Christ-like manner. Psalm 16: 7-11, provides us with peace of mind and guides us from falling into sin: “I will bless the Lord who guides me; even at night my heart instructs me. I know the Lord is always with me. I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me. No wonder my heart is filled with joy, and my mouth shouts his praises! My body rests in safety. For you will not leave my soul among the dead or allow your godly one to rot in the grave. You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever”. May the peace and joy of the Lord be with you and your family—today and in the days to come.

“The combination of structure and supportive services, offered through Hope for Tomorrow, helps the newly recovering individual develop a comprehensive sobriety plan in all fifteen areas

of relapse prevention”.

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Hope for Tomorrow, Inc.

“Building lives around recovery instead of building recovery around lives”.™

OFFERING BOTH DASA LICENSED & FAITH-BASED SERVICES

SAFE, STRUCTURED, SUPPORTIVE, SUBSTANCE-FREE RESIDENCES FOR ADULT MEN AND WOMEN RECOVERING FROM THE DISEASES OF

SUBSTANCE ABUSE, CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY AND/OR PATHOLOGICAL

TWO DASA LICENSED RECOVERY HOMES

FAITH-BASED (Christian) RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE INTAKE PROCESS, CONTACT OUR PROFESSIONAL STAFF AT (630) 966-9000 or visit our web site.

Professional clinical services are licensed by the Illinois Department of Human Services,

Division of Alcohol & Substance Abuse (DASA).

• Safe, Structured, Sober Residential Living (16 beds) • Level I Adult Alcohol & Drug Treatment • Level I Adolescent Alcohol & Drug Treatment • Level II Adult Alcohol & Drug Treatment • Level II Adolescent Alcohol & Drug Treatment • DUI Evaluation / DUI Remedial Education • Early Intervention Treatment

In addition, we provide: • Faith-Based, Structured Residential Living (21 beds) • Certified Pathological Gambling Treatment • Freedom from Smoking Classes® • Relapse Prevention • Family Support / Reunification • Introduction into 12-Step Programs • Case Management, focusing on employment, education, daily living skills, and financial management. • Assistance with medical, dental, and mental health treatment, under the supervision of a Medical Director.

IF QUALIFIED, PROMPT RESIDENTIAL PLACEMENT MAY BE POSSIBLE.

OFFERING

SEPARATE

RESIDENTIAL

SERVICES

FOR

BOTH

MEN

AND

WOMEN

Level I & Level II (IOP) Adolescent & Adult

DASA Licensed Outpatient Services, along w/

DUI Evaluations & Early Intervention Services

Dr. William and Mrs. Sheryl Gossman Bush & Sethna, P.C. Aspen Financial Services Mr. Jeffrey Weseman True Blue Painters Ms. Barbara Pancake Mr. & Mrs. David Southard Lazarus House, St. Charles Mr. & Mrs. Donald Sandstedt Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Lundeen Mr. & Mrs. Bob Niemann Baumgartner Const., Inc. Merrill Lynch & Co. Mr. & Mrs. Tom D'Amico Mr. & Mrs. Steven A. Crifase Mr. & Mrs. Thomas W. Goedert Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth W. Bayle Mr. David Kirsch Mr. & Mrs. Charles Norgle Mr. Frank Fosco Bel Air Auto Body, Inc. Ms. Mary Lundeen Stump Enterprises, Inc.

Hope for Tomorrow Would Like To Gratefully Acknowledge The Following Contributors

Mr. & Mrs. Ralph E. Varland Ms. Josefina Giovannelli Mr. & Mrs. Bradley D. Lucas Mr. & Mrs. Frank C. Dodero Mr. & Mrs. Michael J Rechtorik Mr. & Mrs. Paul B. Majauskas Ms. Barbara G. Keeley Double D Inc. Health Services Initiatives Inc. AMS Automotive, Inc. Harris Bank AuSable Grove Presbyterian Church NBC 5 Chicago Ms. Darlene Marcusson Ms. Mary Ann Lisner Ms. Justine A. Chor Mr. & Mrs. Derrick S. Chaulk Sebastian Enterprise, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Kurt Heuberger Mr. & Mrs. William Demmert Mr. & Mrs. Phillip Barden Mr. & Mrs. Alan Piorkowski

Mr. & Mrs. George Preston Mr. & Mrs. John McGuire Mr. Ken Love Mr. & Mrs. John Bush Fox Valley United Way Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Thornquist Mr. & Mrs. Steven M. Winegar Mr. & Mrs. Mark V. Baechle Mr. David D. Anema Lee's Private Security Ginger Creek Community Church Illinois State Senator John J. Millner Mr. & Mrs. Douglas R. Evans Ms. Nancy A. Chmielewski Mr. & Mrs. Raymond T. Belz Highland Queen Drive-In, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Terrence J Brennan Mr. & Mrs. James Yerges Ms. Judith Sidry’s The Neutral Zone, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Thomas D’Amico Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Meyer

On June 17, 2006, Hope for Tomorrow partnered with Ginger Creek Community Church, The Fox Valley United Way, and over 400 volunteers for a day of outreach and community service. The project, dubbed “Operation Helping Hands”, reached out and provided a day of service to local not-for-profit organizations.

OPERATION HELPING HANDS

Even a child is known by his actions. By whether his conduct is pure and right.

Do you have a worthy community service project you would like us to

consider? Contact HFT at (630) 966-9000.

Mr. & Mrs. Gregory Ruden Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Gore Mr. & Mrs. Gary Cullen International Auto Glass, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Kirk Farney Mr. Kenneth Franke Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Baumann Ms. Amy Podczerwinski Mr. & Mrs. Richard DeMink Mr. & Mrs. Robert Howard Mr. & Mrs. James Rochford, III Mr. Ken Yoshitani Mr. & Mrs. Frank Kmet Mr. & Mrs. John Burk Mr. & Mrs. James Fleming Mr. & Mrs. James Swick Mr. & Mrs. John Prosek Mr. & Mrs. Jeffery Bidstrup Mr. & Mrs. Donald Smit Mr. Walter Pierce Mr. & Mrs. Miklos Weisz Mr. & Mrs. Robert Lynch

Local Businessman’s Generosity Raises $11,543.00 for HFT’s Mission

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Bryan Lundeen, president of True Blue Painting & Decorating, decided he wanted to do something special to serve Christ and help Hope for Tomorrow, Inc. So, between Memorial Day and Independence Day (2006) Bryan dedicated 5% of his contract sales to Hope for Tomorrow’s mission of helping the chronic substance dependent individual rebuild their life. But, in the typical Bryan fashion, he didn’t stop there. He also asked everyone that he came in contact with—to add a little extra— as a donation, to help Hope for Tomorrow meet their fiscal responsibilities.

Bryan raised $11,543.00 in 37 days. WOW! Bryan’s efforts provided safe, structured, sober, and supportive residential services, along with professional alcohol and drug treatment services, to 37 men and women during the months of June and July 2006.

On behalf of Hope for Tomorrow, Inc., its board of directors, staff, clients and their families, and the community, I sincerely thank and would like to applaud Bryan Lundeen and True Blue Painting & Decorating for their generous support.

Would you please consider contacting True Blue Painting & Decorating for all of your home improvement needs? You can contact Bryan direct at (630) 975-0497.

And, if you own or manage a business, please prayerfully consider allowing Bryan’s example of faith to serve as an example to us all. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of a family, and—at the same time—make our community a safer, healthier, and more productive place to live.

Contact HFT Founder & Executive Director, Jeff Gilbert, at (630) 966-9000. Thank you.

Matthew 25:35-40 NIV “For I was hungry, and you fed me. I was thirsty, and you gave me a drink. I was a stranger, and you invited me into your home. I was naked, and you gave me clothing. I was sick, and you cared for me. I was in prison, and you visited me…And the King (Jesus Christ) will tell them, I assure you, when you did it to one of the least of these my brothers and sisters, you

were doing it to Me”.

“Ultimately we will all be accountable to God on judgment day. We will be responsible not only for our own recovery but also for how we have helped others. The last step in recovery is to tell others about our recovery and encourage them in the recovery process. Since Jesus identifies himself with those who suffer, we should follow his example and be especially alert to the needs of others”. The Life Recovery Bible, New Living Translation, p.1154

Hope for Tomorrow, Inc.

2006 Board of Directors

Chairman * Jeff G ilbert,B.A.,C.A.D.C.,P.C.G.C.,MISA 1 Treasurer * Janet Gilbert

* Denotes non-voting member of the board

Secretary Carolyn Duetsch Recording Secretary Barbara Pancake Directors Rob Castillo, LCSW,CADC,MISA II

Terrilee Dalton, PhD.,LCSW,CADC State Representative Linda Chapa LaVia

Russell Muehleman Yvonne Muehleman

Steve DePauw Tom Killian

Bob Niemann Fundraising Committee Chairperson CarolynDuetsch

Annette Ward Janet Gilbert

Barbara Pancake Yvonne Muehleman Russell Muehleman

Steve DePauw Barbara Crockett

Advisory Committee Donald Sandstedt

Minnie Sandstedt George Weseman Jeffrey Weseman

Interested in joining our board of directors? Contact Jeff Gilbert at (630) 966-9000.

Administrative & Support Staff

Jeff Gilbert, B.A.,C.A.D.C.,P.C.G.C.,MISA 1 Founder, Executive Director & Men’s Program Manager Janet Gilbert Vice President Dr. William Gossman, M.D. Medical Director Rebecca Litz, MA, MSW, LCSW Women’s Program Coordinator

Luke Marquardt Administrator, Development Assistant & Financial Officer House Managers: John B., Jim C., Don P., John B., TBA

Spiritual Principles of the 12 Steps Step Number Principle of Step 1. Honesty 2. Hope 3. Faith 4. Courage 5. Integrity 6. Willingness 7. Humility 8. Brotherly Love 9. Discipline 10. Perseverance 11. Awareness of God 12. Service These spiritual principles are meant to be used as a compass in our lives: a compass guides our direction to

ensure that we do not get lost. Our experience has showed us that by incorporating concrete principles

into our cognitions and behaviors, the obsession to use mind-altering substances is removed. Spiritual equilibrium exists when our emotional, mental,

physical, and spiritual realms are in balance, and spiritual disequilibrium occurs when we live a disharmonious lifestyle. Disequilibrium fuels

addiction and equilibrium fosters recovery. Balance, in all aspects of life, is the key to recovery.

LEARN FROM YESTERDAY, LIVE FOR TODAY,

HOPE FOR TOMORROW.

A Day In The Life of Hope for Tomorrow, Inc.

HELP END HOMELESSNESS IN AURORA & KANE COUNTY

Hope for Tomorrow, Inc., in a collaborative effort with the City of Aurora; Fox Valley United Way; Hesed House; Carpenter’s Place; 708 Inc. Board; and several other not-for-profit agencies, has joined in an initiative to end homelessness in Aurora and Kane County. The stigma associated with homelessness is harsh. The reality is, there are several factors that influence homelessness. What causes homelessness?

Domestic Violence Mental Illness & Co-Morbid Disorders Unemployment & Underemployment Corporate Downsizing Substance Abuse Natural Disasters Uninsured Medical Expenses Uninvolved Parents

YOU CAN HELP BY GENEROUSLY SUPPORTING THIS COLLABORATIVE INITIATIVE. Send a tax deductible contribution to Ms. Vicki Stull, Executive Director, Fox Valley United Way or to Mr. Jeff Gilbert, Executive Director, of Hope for Tomorrow, Inc.

Hope for Tomorrow, Inc. “Building lives around recovery instead of building recovery around lives”™

Upon admission, the typical HFT client is … Homeless (95.89%) Unemployed (72.60%) Chronic Relapse History (Mean=3.24 previous treatment episodes) Age (36.76 years) Parent (Mean=2.42 children) Educated (Mean=14.22 years of school) On Probation/Parole (44.40%) Estranged From Family & Children (35.25%) Alcohol Dependent (46.85%) Cocaine Dependent (33.57%) Opiate Dependent (16.08%) Cannabis Dependent (1.40%)

Upon discharge, the typical HFT client is … Homeless (3.10%) Employed (Full-time) (89.15%) Average Increase in Longest Sobriety (631%) Paying Child Support/Involved in Child’s Life (92.50%) New Criminal Behavior (0.00%) Compliant w/Judicial Orders (98.50%) Visit our newly revised web site to view additional statistical information. www.hopefortomorrow.net

Coming Up Soon! September 16, 2006 (National Recovery Month) Hope for Tomorrow’s Fourth Annual Awards Banquet & Silent Auction

RESERVE YOUR TABLE NOW Tickets ($50.00/per person) Tables of 10 ($500.00)

Time: 6:15 p.m. till 10:30 p.m.

Silent Auction, Award Presentations, Heartfelt Testimonials ... September 16, 2006,

THE HONORABLE THOMAS J. WEISNER, MAYOR, CITY OF AURORA KEYNOTE SPEAKER

The Gaslite Manor 2485 Church Road

Aurora, Illinois 60502

Reserve your table safely and securely—on line—by visiting our web site: www.hopefortomorrow.net, click DONATIONS and register through PayPal.

Call (630) 966-9000 for questions or comments.

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Upon successful discharge from Hope for Tomorrow’s residential program, clients complete a lengthy discharge summarization report that details the progress they have made while at HFT. Below are a few of the responses we have recently received.

Question: How has your life changed since coming into HFT? What differences do you see in yourself, and what differences do others see in you?

Responses:

“I think I adjust better to life’s changes. Tranquility comes from God and in turn from within me. I

think others see a more calmer, more responsible, and even more mature person”.

“My life has changed in many positive ways. I am honest and confront my issues and problems

instead of hiding behind gambling. Everyone see the strong spiritual side of me, this is something

very new in my life and probably the most significant change”.

3) “I have a good job with insurance and benefits. My family talks to me, and actually wants to see me. I

am reliable, responsible, and trustworthy. I got my driver’s license back after 5 years.”

Question: In what ways has HFT assisted you in building your life around your recovery?

Responses:

“Jeff has taught me how the brain works with our addictions, and what NOT to do to feed our

addiction. Also, how important it is to stay close to people in recovery by going to meetings, and

Staying close to God.”

“At first, it was structure and accountability. As I grew through working the steps, I found Christ and

realized how lost I was. Hope for Tomorrow showed me that without my recovery nothing else

matters.”

“Provided a very good structure for my early days of recovery. This fostered accountability and

responsibility. I was provided new tools to address my needs in recovery.”

Question: What does “Building your life around your recovery instead of building your recovery around

your life mean to you now?

Responses:

“It simply means putting recovery first - before family, friends, work, etc… You can’t let life’s

challenges provide you with the excuses to begin to slack off in your recovery.”

“By making my continuing recovery the most important thing in my life, I’ve turned down numerous

promotions at work because the hours and days would interfere with what I am doing now to stay

sober. I am very selective about the people I associate with and where I go.”

“Simply put, I lose my recovery, I lose my life.” CONGRATULATIONS to T.K., R.P., and J.F. for re-building their life and achieving recovery from their

addictions. Stay involved in recovery-based activities and keep up the great work!

Client Share About The Changes They Have Made At HFT

HOPE FOR TOMORROW, INC. Building lives & Restoring hope

44 1/2 West Downer Place, Suite 39

Aurora, IL 60506

Professional Clinical Services

Level I Adolescent Alcohol & Drug Treatment

Level I Adult Alcohol & Drug Treatment

Level II Adolescent Alcohol & Drug Treatment

Level II Adult Alcohol & Drug Treatment

DUI Evaluations

Remedial Education

Licensed Recovery Homes (16 Beds)

Structured Faith-Based Supportive Housing

(Alcohol & Drug-Free / 21 beds)

Certified Pathological Gambling Counseling

Freedom From Smoking ® Counseling

(Through the American Lung Association)

Medication Management

Case Management

Phone: 630-966-9000 Toll Free : 866-301-HOPE

Fax: 630-966-9002 Website: www.hopefortomorrow.net E-mail: Jjhope4tomorrow@cs.com

Hope for Tomorrow, Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization. Our mission is to

help the chronic substance abusing, chemically dependent individual fulfill their needs to grow, to develop into what they are

capable of becoming and to ultimately develop a life based upon truth, goodness, wholeness, justice and order, richness and

totality, and self-sufficiency and autonomy.

We provide professional clinical services to individuals regardless of race, ethnicity,

creed, sex, sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status or financial ability to pay.

NONPROFIT ORG.

U.S. Postage

PAID

PERMIT NO. 436

AURORA, IL

Licensed through the Illinois

Department of Human Services,

Division of Alcohol & Substance

Abuse (DASA).

Member of the Illinois

Association of Extended Care (IAEC)

Hope for Tomorrow’s Donation Wish List

* Pharmacy Gift Certificates to Walgreen’s, Jewel, Cub Food and/or Dominick’s

* Dental Assistance

* Gently Used Cargo or Passenger Van, Automobiles

Spiritual Books & AA Big Books

House Plants

Garden Tools

* Bicycles

* Women’s Clothing

* Bath Towels, Twin Sheets, Blankets, and Pillows

Menard and/or Home Depot Gift Certificates

BBQ Grills

Yard Games

* PACE/METRA Vouchers

Hope for Tomorrow, Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization.

All contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law.

Please become a monthly sponsor ($50, $100, $200 …)

Your sacrifice will transform a life.