As the holiday season approaches, it’s a good time to recall some the blessings we’ve experienced this year and remember others that have not been so fortunate. Penny Lane is helping people every day who are experiencing challenges such as homelessness, recovery, mental well-being, domestic abuse and poverty. Penny Lane’s mission is to transform lives but we cannot do it alone. We need you!
Thanksgiving is all about gatherings of family and friends, showing gratitude for each and every person who has made a positive contribution to your life. Thanksgiving and the winter holidays are a time for gathering and gratitude and bringing joy to our families whoever we each may include in that grouping. We at Penny Lane could not do these events without the help and generosity of our donors and volunteers. With your help we were able to feed hundreds of families at both our drive-thru and housing celebrations, check it out!
In our monthly Wellness Corner our Antelope Valley Family Center Clinical Supervisor, Andrea Espinoza, shares her thoughts on stress relief and laughter. Laughing allows your mental load to be lightened and can contribute to alleviating certain physical symptoms as well, contributing to overall feelings of wellness. Check out her tips to help improve your wellness through laughter this month!
This month you get to meet our Chief Programs Officer, Dr. Judith Sandino. Judy was born on the beautiful Caribbean Island of Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico has a vibrant and unique culture, year around warm weather, many places to visit, and a lot of music and food that defined who is she is today. Check it out to learn more!
Representation is so important for all of us. From the youngest of the young to the oldest we need to see images of ourselves in the faces of those who have achieved to remind us that we too can achieve. These four mayors, and all the country’s leaders have proven that though they may not have an equal footing in the race, they can run and win- a must read this month!
November was busy and full of gratitude for us at Penny Lane Centers. TAYSTOCK 2022 was a big success at both our Commerce and Antelope Valley offices as we got to be back in person for the first time in two years. We also hosted flu vaccinations, received a generous donation from our community partner- Logix Federal Credit Union and much more. Check it out!!
We are working hard to get those that need housing a place to live. With 4-5 projects currently in process, Abbey Road continues to lead the way for those who need it most. Check out the progress we have made on multiple projects this month!
This month we introduce you to Thea von Zabern in our employee promotional spotlight. Thea started at Penny Lane in May of 2022 as a Mentor Coordinator, but in the seven short months since she has started, she has proven to be a strong leader, and was promoted to MIP Program Coordinator in September 2022 with one Mentor Coordinator direct report. Check it out to learn more about Thea!
Check all the open positions at Penny Lane Centers this month!
