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A Message from Matt: Honoring 50 Years and Building What Comes Next
As we move through this milestone 50th anniversary year at AWARE, I continue to reflect on the incredible people who make our mission possible every single day. Across Montana, our staff, supporters, community partners, and advocates work tirelessly to ensure individuals and families have access to the services, opportunities, and support they deserve. This quarter, we…
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A Safe Place to Begin Healing
From Colorado to Montana, Julia has dedicated her career to protecting children, supporting survivors, and helping families navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives. With a bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Julia began working in sexual assault and victim advocacy while still in college. Early in her career, she…
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More Than Medals: AWARE Athletes Shine Through Special Olympics
This Special Olympics season was filled with pride, courage, teamwork, and joy for AWARE athletes across Montana. From trying new events to competing at the State Games, athletes showed what is possible when they are supported, encouraged, and given the opportunity to shine. For the people AWARE serves, Special Olympics is more than a season…
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Caring for the Whole Person: Mental Health, Brain Health, and Independence
Mental health is an essential part of overall health. It affects every part of a person’s life, including relationships, work, physical health, independence, and the ability to live meaningfully. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, AWARE is highlighting the importance of whole-person care and the connection between mental health, brain health, and independence. Dr.…
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Celebrating Our 2026 UCC Award Nominees
This year, AWARE received an incredible 158 nominations, recognizing 119 unique nominees across 13 award categories and recognition areas. Each nomination reflects the care, teamwork, leadership, resilience, compassion, humor, and commitment our employees bring to AWARE every day. At the heart of this celebration are AWARE’s Unconditional Care Principles, which guide how we support the people we serve, work alongside…
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AWARE Celebrates 50 Years of Helping Montanans Live Independent Lives
By Phil Drake for the Independent Record. An idea that sprouted from a kitchen-table meeting of parents in Anaconda who were seeking opportunities for their children with special needs in the 1970s has blossomed into a program a half-century later that helps thousands of Montanans lead better lives. AWARE is celebrating its 50th anniversary on…
