International Ministries Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Peace of Mind, Redefined

By 7017444915 • March 26, 2026
There is a certain kind of peace that comes when you know someone you love is safe. One mother, Jeanelle Stokes, shared that before Smart Living, there was always a quiet tension. Even when things were going well, that lingering question remained: What if something happens when no one is right there? At Hope Haven, we believe safety and independence should not compete with one another. They should work together. That belief is what led to the development of Smart Living. Smart Living blends personalized technology, remote support, and in-person care to help individuals live more independently while maintaining a dependable safety net. From our Remote Support Center in Spirit Lake, trained professionals are available 24 hours a day, ready to respond when assistance is needed. Jeanelle put it simply: “I don’t feel like I have to hover anymore. I know someone is there if he needs help.” Homes are equipped with thoughtfully selected tools such as motion sensors, wearable devices, secure video connections, and interactive reminders, all tailored to the member’s individual needs. These tools aren’t designed to replace care, but to enhance it. For Jeanelle’s son Jerrod, constant staff presence was increasing his anxiety. When part of his support transitioned to remote monitoring, there was a noticeable change. Within days, he began reaching out just to say, “Hi, I’m okay.” With that change, he had more space while still knowing support was just a call away. As Scripture reminds us, “The Lord himself watches over you.” - Psalm 121:5 Smart Living reflects that same premise of watchful care, encouraging independence while still keeping support within reach. As this initiative expands, more individuals will have the opportunity to live confidently in their own homes, and more families will experience the peace that comes from knowing help is always near. Your generosity makes that growth possible. It allows us to expand Smart Living into more homes, strengthen our Remote Support Center, and ensure that independence is never separated from safety. If you wish to contribute, please CLICK HERE to donate today. Thank you for your continued support, prayers, and partnership in Hope Haven’s mission.
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On Tuesday, October 29, Hope Haven held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at our newly remodeled International Ministries headquarters at 521 N. Kiwanis Ave. in Sioux Falls, SD.

For more than 19 years, Hope Haven International Ministries has utilized this warehouse, and in 2012, this location became the new headquarters. Over the years, the exterior and interior elements of the building have deteriorated and were in desperate need of renovations in order to preserve the integrity of our daily operations. Now with the remodel of our building, we created intentional workspaces and solved layout inefficiencies, expand capacity to create refurbish and ship wheelchairs, increase volunteer opportunities, and improve the lives of future wheelchair recipients to receive a gift of mobility.

“What started as one person needing a wheelchair in the Dominican Republic has become a global response to the mobility crisis. Time and again, we witness someone’s life change because they received a wheelchair in a place where they are hard to find or afford. Hope Haven’s work has involved many partners in Rock Valley, IA, Sioux Falls, SD, and throughout our region. Opening our remodeled warehouse allows us to do even more to meet the need,” said Matt Buley, Chief Executive Officer.