Who We Are

Michele Centers, Administrative Assistant

Michele start with H.O.P.E., Inc. in 1999 as a Direct Care Staff in the Litchfield home. In  2004, Michele transitioned into office management. She plays a vital role in the running of H.O.P.E., Inc. as she attends to the financial management of the homes. Michele can be reached at (256) 543-3943 or michele@id-hopehomes.org. 

Christina McCreless, QDDP

Christina came on board at H.O.P.E., Inc. in April, 2018. She serves as the agency’s Qualified Developmental Disability Professional (QDDP). Christina is responsible for the planning and implementation of services for our individuals. Prior to coming to H.O.P.E., Inc., Christina has an extensive background in a variety of services for individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities. She has served as a Certified Target Case Manager, a QDDP for Day Habilitation Services, and also has previous experience as a QDDP for Residential Services. Christina holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science through Athens State University. She can be reached at (256) 543-3943 or qddp@id-hopehomes.org. 

 Jeremy Mallett, Executive Director

Jeremy began with H.O.P.E., Inc. in August, 2011, as QDDP. Prior to this, Jeremy began working in the field as a 1-on-1 staff at a local Day Program. Since then, he has served as a QDDP in Day Habilitation and Residential settings, State Director with a nationwide I/DD agency, and inpatient counselor at a MI hospital. Jeremy holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Applied Psychology through Jacksonville State University. He can be reached at (256) 543-3943 or jeremy@id-hopehomes.org.

Alison Lightsey, MAS RN

Alison is the newest addition to H.O.P.E., Inc., beginning in June, 2019. Alison received her RN license through Gadsden State in 2014. Alison has 10+ years combined in the nursing field through Gadsden Regional Medical Center, Riverview Regional Medical Center, and Hospice care. She can be reached at (256) 543-3943 or alison@id-hopehomes.org.