Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services

Staff at our Pacific Lodge campus enjoyed some well-deserved time cooling off with sweet treats at our ice cream social! A great afternoon of connection and fun with co-workers, complete with a table full of delicious flavors. Can you spot your favorite? 🍦🌟

A new kind of support is here—come celebrate at the L.O.L.A. Clubhouse open house! 🎉 Built for youth, by youth, this welcoming community space is designed for youth with serious mental illness, offering connection and resources in a non-clinical setting. 📅 Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024 ⏰ 10 AM - 3 PM Drop by to meet the team, enjoy light refreshments, and explore an interactive art project as we come together to shape a future filled with hope and possibility! For further information, please visit oyhfs.org/lola.

From strangers to teammates in just a day—our L.O.L.A. Clubhouse landscaping project brought together the Women of Amazon group for an incredible volunteer effort! These women, meeting for the first time, worked side by side to transform the outdoor space for our young adults. What started with sweat and hard work quickly turned into laughter and the sharing of personal stories, showing the power of community. One volunteer said it was especially meaningful to see the project through from start to finish and know the impact it will have. 🌟 Get involved by visiting oyhfs.org/volunteer!

Ever thought about becoming a hero for a child in need? 🌟 Discover how at our online Pre-Approval Orientation with Optimist Foster Family Agency. Explore the certification process, learn about our programs, and see how you can make a real difference in a child’s life.

Ready to tackle FAFSA? Join us today for our Before the FAFSA Class, either in person or online! We’ll guide you through essential steps before the FAFSA application opens in October. Learn what documents you'll need, set up your school email, and create your Financial Aid account. Scan the QR code to join the meeting via Teams or visit us at Optimist Foster Family Agency, 520 West Palmdale Boulevard Suite I, Palmdale, CA 93551. See you there!

The wait is over! 🎉 Introducing the L.O.L.A. Clubhouse: a new, innovative referral community designed to provide a safe space for youth with serious mental illness. This non-clinical space will be open to youth ages 18-21, offering integrated therapeutic support and connecting youth to essential resources like crisis intervention, educational support, housing assistance, and employment services. Join us as we officially open the doors on Wednesday, September 25! Meet our dedicated team, enjoy light refreshments, explore an interactive art project, and discover how the program can make a difference in the Highland Park community. Visit oyhfs.org/LOLA for all the details!

Excitement is building at our #HighlandPark campus! ✨ In just 2 days, we’ll unveil something special for our community. Here’s a sneak peek at the behind-the-scenes action. Stay tuned for the big reveal! #2DaysToGo

Mark your calendars—7 days from now, we’re unveiling something big! Our new, game-changing program will elevate the way we support youth facing serious mental health challenges. Stay tuned—this exciting reveal is one you won’t want to miss! 🌟

This past weekend, we received a certificate of recognition from Councilmember Imelda Padilla at the Arleta Health Fair for our work empowering foster and transition-age youth across LA County. By providing critical resources, guidance, and unwavering support, we help these young individuals navigate challenges and achieve their personal goals. Discover how you can become part of our mission by visiting www.oyhfs.org.

Thank you, Congressman Jimmy Gomez, for securing millions of dollars for 15 impactful projects in our community! Your support is especially meaningful to us at Optimist, as it will provide essential funding for housing specifically for transition-age foster youth in Highland Park. This funding is crucial in our mission to combat homelessness, a major issue for over 40% of #fosteryouth who are at risk of being homeless by age 26. By supporting stable #housing initiatives, you’re helping us create a nurturing environment where these young individuals can achieve their full potential and build a brighter future. 🌟