OUR 2ND ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF THE HEARTS HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED DUE TO RAIN…JOIN US ON MAY 11, 2019!
Unfortunately, because of a high chance of rain all day on Saturday, we have made the decision to reschedule this year’s Festival of the Hearts event. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and hope to see you all on May 11, 2019 for an even bigger, inspiring and motivating event! Previously purchased tickets will be valid on the new date. If you are in need of a refund, please contact Yanira Mendez at ymendez@laurashouse.org or 949-361-3775. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you in a few months.
The 2nd Annual Festival of the Hearts, presented by Laura's House and Tilly's Life Center, will gather local youth, parents and teachers for a youth education and empowerment day at Saddleback College. This event will educate attendees with the themes of healthy relationships, cyber safety, positive thinking and affirmations, safe dating, social media and bullying, substance abuse, and warning signs.
The event will offer live music, educational workshops, interactive social activities, vendor and resource booths, breakfast and lunch, as well as giveaways. Tickets are $10.00 per person, and all attendees will receive raffle tickets, a swag bag and a 'Festival Insider' booklet with promotions and coupons offered by our sponsors and vendors. Registration opens at 8:00am, and program begins promptly at 9:00am. Event includes free parking. Click Here to Register Today!
Registrants paying by check can make checks payable to: Laura's House and send it c/o Laura's House, 33 Journey, Ste 150, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. There are many ways you can raise awareness about teen dating violence on your campus.
Here are some examples:
Invite Laura’s House to speak at your school.
Conduct an Orange Ribbon Campaign.
Supply students with orange ribbons.
Get approval to tie orange ribbons around the trees on campus.
Make orange ribbons for teachers to put on their doors.
Paint your school with DV/TDV facts.
Join in on Wear Orange Day (Feb. 14), a national day of awareness where we encourage everyone to wear orange in honor of TDV Awareness Month. Encourage students to wear orange shirts, nail polish, ribbons, jewelry, etc.
Participate in the #StrandAgainstTDV campaign.
Ask teachers, counselors or the principal to state a teen dating violence fact during school announcements.
Speak with coaches at your school and encourage them to ask players to wear orange socks during February games.
Write an article about teen dating violence for your school newspaper.
Create a teen dating violence PSA to be played at your school.
Organize a TDV walk for your school.
Collect gift cards for Laura’s House clients (i.e. grocery stores, superstores, pharmacies, restaurants, clothing stores, AMEX, gas cards)
On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. During one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been victims of [some form of physical violence] by an intimate partner within their lifetime (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence).
At Laura's House, shelter and supportive services are provided to more than 4,000 abused women and children affected by domestic violence. Specific services provided include a 24-Hour Hotline, emergency shelter, counseling, life skills education, transitional programs and legal services to over 50,000 persons. Laura’s House strives to help women through one of the most difficult times in their life and to establish a fresh start.
Come out to show your support for Laura’s House on Friday, January 27, 2017, from 6-7pm. At this event we will commemorate Teen Dating Abuse Awareness Month at our 7th annual vigil, in remembrance and honor of the life of Jacque Villagomez and all victims of teen dating abuse. This event will take place at the OC Sherriff’s Regional Training Academy in Tustin. To RSVP for the event, email LHteen@laurashouse.org.
Join Laura's House to Commemorate Teen Dating Abuse Awareness Month at our 7th Annual Vigil Friday, January 27, 2017 6:00pm-7:00pm at the OC Sheriff's Regional Training Academy 15991 Armstrong Avenue, Tustin, CA 92782. In loving memory of Jacque Villagomez and all vicims of teen dating violence. Jacque's life tragically ended when she was beaten to death by her boyfriend.
1 in 3 high school students (boys & girls) is in a physically abusive relationship. If you need help contact: Hotline (866) 498-1511 heartchat@laurashouse.org.
The 6th Annual Candlelight Vigil in honor of Jacque Villagomez was attended by over 650 individuals! The community gathered at the Orange County Sheriff's Regional Training Center in Tustin in memory of teen victims of dating abuse. This year we honored El Toro High School teachers, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Engel and Mr. Frith with the Teachers Together to End Dating Abuse Award. We also honored Tilly Levine of Tilly’s Life Center with the Teens Together to End Dating Abuse Award. Singer, songwriter, Sidney Bowen performed original songs for the guests in attendance. The event is planned and executed by Orange County youth leaders, Laura’s House school clubs members and volunteers. This event launches Teen Dating Abuse Awareness & Prevention Month.
Thank you to all who support our efforts to raise awareness on Teen/Adolescent Dating Abuse.
Thank you to the Arbonne Foundation for their generous support and Sponsorship of our 2016 Vigil!
Changing social beliefs, attitudes and the behaviors that perpetuate domestic violence while creating a safe space in which to empower individuals and families affected by abuse.
