
Life Houses Inc. was started because we saw many young people living without vision, passion, and sometimes hopeless lives. Some wandered from job to job, couch to couch, party to party. Some died.
We decided to help.
Life Houses is a faith based organization providing a safe environment, community, and mentorship for young adults in Helena, MT. We believe that God has a plan for each and we desire to be part of their journey and their growth.
Our Mission
Life Houses empowers young people to unlock their God-given purpose by providing mentorship, guidance, and a nurturing community that fosters personal growth and strong, supportive relationships within a safe environment.
Our Values
Life Houses values integrity, honesty, fairness, respect, compassion, impartiality, hard work, volunteerism, generosity, and community.
Our Vision
A future where young people become thriving adults, empowered to live purposefully.
Founders

Jay and Anita Sherley are people passionate about community. They work in partnership as Realtor and Broker with Big Sky Brokers. Over the years they have been involved in their community in many aspects: serving on the Fairground board, running the Stampede rodeo, as Elders at Mount Helena Community Church, organizing monthly YAP (Young Adult People) gatherings and events, working at Food Share, and as coaching staff for kids. But their biggest passion within the city is young adults. Over the last two decades, they have invited many young people in need of a place to live into their home. Convinced that when a young person comes to understand their value, purpose, and belonging, they are empowered to strive toward a powerful, positive and dynamic life style that changes legacies and the communities they live in, Jay and Anita founded Life Houses, Inc. in 2008. Life Houses now meets an important need in the Helena community, as a non-profit that provides young adults homes that encourage them to find their purpose and fulfill their potential.
Meet our Team

Anita Sherley
Board Chair

John Citi
Board Treasurer

Brandon Freitas
Board Secretary

Jay Sherley
Board Member

Adrianne Cotton
Board Member

Tyler Kasper
Board Member

Betsy Rispens
Board Member

Bethany Vrooman
Board Member

Hans Vrooman
Board Member

Derek Calvert
Executive Director
If you are interested in joining the Life Houses, Inc board, please click the application link below and/or contact us at 406-459-5250 or info@life-houses.org.