Espero Chattanooga (meaning ‘Hope’ in Spanish), is set to be a transformative affordable housing project to support the well-being of Chattanooga’s most vulnerable populations and contribute to the reduction of healthcare and community care costs. This project serves as part of the AIM Center’s commitment to building communities of hope for those living with serious mental illness throughout the Greater Chattanooga region. Espero is a housing community where every resident has the support they need to thrive. With convertible spaces that adapt to personal preferences, soothing indoor and outdoor amenities, there’s something for all. We anticipate Espero is comprised of 60 units – primarily 1-bedrooms, with some 2-bedrooms. 19 of these units will be reserved for the chronically unhoused and justice-system involved individuals with SMI. Espero plans to be open Spring/Summer 2026. For more information on becoming a resident of Espero, please refer to the press release issued on April 27th, 2026 or scroll down.