Vision
To be a community that provides all the help required to those willing to work toward self-sufficiency; anyone who wants help will receive help!
Mission
Advance provides pathways to recovery that create self-esteem, dignity, and independence for people experiencing homelessness.
Advance helps individuals focus on recovery from harmful behaviors while gaining livable wage employment to move into independent housing. We focus on a whole person approach to rebounding from homelessness and achieving the highest level of self-sufficiency!
Who We Serve
Aurora Homeless
- Men
- Women
Addictive & unhealthy behaviors
What We Provide
Commitment toward self-sufficiency
Transitional housing
Structure & Community
Wrap-around support
- Health
- Employemnt
- Recovery
Our Intended Impact
Livable wage
Wellbeing
Long-term self-sufficiency
Big Picture Impact
Reducing adult homelessness in Aurora, CO by providing an effective ecosystem of wrap around services directly from Support Coaches and indirectly via referrals to quality nonprofit partner services.
We aspire to be the choice for a uniquely supportive transition from homelessness to long-term sustainability. Many services will be provided onsite and will be the appropriate match for the person who has the motivation to create a new trajectory for their life off the streets. A successful transition is a Community Member who has safe housing while maintaining steady employment, developing a career path, and actively working a personal plan of recovery toward self-sufficiency.
Who We Are
We are a passionate team who believe homelessness should not define the future of adults living on the streets, but instead informs their next decision to create a different path. This path begins with the choice to change their mindset, focus on recovery and resilience.
We are committed to supporting a person for as long as it takes to achieve the highest possible level of self-sufficiency.
Our Board of Directors and staff have direct personal experience with addiction recovery, homelessness, and supporting individuals in discovering new pathways to maintain momentum in improving their lives.
We believe in the perseverance, resilience, and capacity of the human spirit to overcome any challenge. This is possible when there is a community of support who will always believe in the potential for life-long fulfillment of joy and hope.
Meet the Team
Staff
![Jim Goebelbecker](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/jim.jpg)
Jim Goebelbecker
Executive Director
![Andrew Bogage](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/IMG_4724-768x1024.jpg)
Andrew Bogage
Development Director
![Jacob merrion](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Jacob-Pic.jpg)
Jacob merrion
Program Director
Coming soon
Program Manager
![Carson Haney](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Carson-Haney_s.jpg)
Carson Haney
Support Coach Manager
I want to inspire hope in our Community Members that they may see the value of their lives and embrace their potential.
![Bob Schulz](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/20240821_164601-768x1024.jpg)
Bob Schulz
Support Coach Manager
In this journey toward recovery, every step forward, no matter how small, is a victory. Your strength and determination are powerful, and brighter days are ahead. Together, we are building a foundation for a renewed and fulfilling life.
![Levi Secrest](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Levi-Secrest_s.jpg)
Levi Secrest
Admissions Coordinator
I hope that each Community Member will be able to say that Advance genuinely fought for them and their future. I hope that each of them will be able to say that Advance helped them get their lives back and now they are thriving.
![Joey Dorrell](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/20240821_164332-768x1024.jpg)
Joey Dorrell
Support Coach
![Brandon McCallister](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/20240821_164106-1.jpg)
Brandon McCallister
Support Coach
![Justin Smith](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/20240821_164134-1.jpg)
Justin Smith
Support Coach
What do I want my life to be like? And then truly understand that every choice you make MATTERS and the decisions you make will shape your life FOREVER!!!
Board
![Owen McAleer](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Oweninbacklot.jpg)
Owen McAleer
Board Chairman
Sr. Grants Program Officer, Daniels Fund
![Paul Scudo](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/PaulScudo-PromoPicture.jpg)
Paul Scudo
Board Member
Chief Executive Officer, Step Denver
![Jeff Parker](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/JeffCasualHeadshot.jpg)
Jeff Parker
Board Secretary
Entrepreneur
![Kelsey Nolan](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/NolanKelseyHeadshot.jpeg)
Kelsey Nolan
Board Member
President & CEO, Dakota Foundation
![Meghan Shay](https://advancepathways.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/M-Shay-Crop-V2-562x562-1.jpg)
Meghan Shay
Board Member
Executive Director, Step Denver