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PROGRAMS & SERVICES
In the arts and crafts workshop, residents are taught various
artistic methods and are encouraged to utilize art as a means
of creative expression. With the helpful guidance of the
recreation staff, residents are challenged to use materials
such as acrylic, paint, charcoal, graphite, chalk, and clay.
To serve as motivation for exemplary effort, the staff attempt to
select one piece of artwork each month to display and the resident
who created the piece is recognized.
Some of the other activities offered in the workshop include model car building, ceramics painting, participation in a chalk walk, and designing soapbox derby cars which are eventually raced. Residents are also taken to art galleries and museums throughout Los Angeles and exposed to many different types of art.
CULTURAL ARTS
Residents Artwork:
Donate Art Supplies
Art paints: watercolor, acrylic, poster, gouache, or tempera) with labels (no house paint)
Art Supplies: stencils, craft kits, notebooks, drawing pads, pens/pencils, brushes and more!
If you have any questions about donations, or if you have a large quantity of something, please call ahead: Development. Dept. Telephone: (323) 443-3023
Art Supplies: stencils, craft kits, notebooks, drawing pads, pens/pencils, brushes and more!
If you have any questions about donations, or if you have a large quantity of something, please call ahead: Development. Dept. Telephone: (323) 443-3023
Optimist Youth Homes
& Family Services
6957 N. Figueroa St. Box 41-1076 Los Angeles, CA 90041-1076
Telephone: (323) 443-3175
www.OYHFS.org
Website management:
Email:rmartinez@oyhfs.org
Thank You for all your support!
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The Cultural Arts Program offers residents a chance to develop their artistic capabilities in a supportive environment.
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About Us
Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services (OYHFS) is a nationally accredited
non-profit 501(c)3 corporation.
We are one of the oldest and largest
agencies of its kind in Southern California. Referrals are accepted from throughout the state of California.
We serve over 500 at-risk youth and their families every day.Welcome -
Programs & Services
￭Dear Optimist, Thank You for all your support and guidance. -Gabriel, OYHFS Alumni
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Pacific Lodge
Pacific Lodge Youth Services was acquired by
Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services on
January 1, 2017.
Given the similar histories and populations served, this has proven to be an excellent match for both organizations.
Recognizing Pacific Lodges long history of dedicated service dating back to 1923, Optimist will retain the name Pacific Lodge as a division of our agency. In addition, the Optimist Governing Board was expanded to include three seats for former Pacific Lodge board members.
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School Programs
"Optimist Youth Homes and Family Services ascribes to the principle that education is an intricate component of the treatment process for all of our clients."
Optimist Charter School accredited by: The Accrediting Commission for Schools, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (ACS WASC is one of six regional accrediting associations in the United States.
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Ways to Give
Give To Optimist!Thank you for your interest
in supporting Optimist Youth Homes & Family Services. As a public charity, our need for fundraising is guided by our mission to assist at-risk youth and their families.
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Careers
Careers at Optimist! We're looking for exceptional individuals to help us fulfill our mission: Our mission is to provide innovative and individualized treatment, education, and support services to children, young adults and families to better their lives.
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Volunteer
Volunteer Your Time to Change a Child's Life Today."Since my first contact with Optimist nearly two years ago, I have had the pleasure of mentoring numerous young men residing at OYHFS. Working one-on-one with the youth at Optimist has been rewarding and meaningful"
-Tal Medovoy, Mentor
THANK YOU!
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