A NOTE FROM DOROTHY
Everyone needs someone.
Dear Hope Now family,
Hope Now carries forward a vision of community and care rooted in my mother’s example. It is a place where generations can meet, meaningful relationships can grow, and each person can find support for their next chapter.
This fall, our group talks share the theme “Letting Go To Live!” We’re making space to reflect on what we carry, explore what we can release, and move forward together.
Whether you are joining us for the first time or have been part of Hope Now from the beginning, you belong in this community. Thank you for helping us build it.
Dorothy Evans
Founder & CEO, Hope Now Community Resource Center
OCTOBER 7 / SENIOR WELLNESS
Mind, Body & Soul
Join our special Wellness Wednesday for seniors, featuring guest presenters.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 · 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
1800 N Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91104
Reserve your spotSenior Day continues every Wednesday: October 7, 14, 21, and 28. Call for activity details for each week.
EATON SURVIVORS WELLNESS
Support for healing and connection.
Coming this fall: In-house mental health services for survivors on Fridays. Call for start dates and appointments.
Hope Now also offers grief groups and one-to-one sessions, plus Wellness Saturday mornings with breathing, stretching, and storytelling.
Through our partnership with Community Health Access Alliance, we provide skin and scalp screenings for Eaton Fire survivors and others throughout Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties.
Third Thursday connections: Once a month, Eaton Fire survivors can join crafting and outings, plus giveaways and a flea market. This month’s third Thursday is October 15, 2026. Call for times, locations, and outing details.
View the Third Thursday flyer
Stronger Together Health Fair
Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 9 a.m.–2 p.m.
790 W Chestnut Avenue, Monrovia, CA 91016
In partnership with Foothill Unity Center.
Call 626-817-3910 to schedule your free skin and scalp screening or ask for more information.
View the screening flyerCall about wellness supportSTARTS OCTOBER 15 / ONLINE
Love Notes
An eight-week online cohort for teens exploring the fundamentals and power of self-love. Launching through Teen Talk, with 25 participant spots and all genders welcome.
Sign up for Love NotesChoose “Love Notes” on the registration form.
FALL GROUP CONVERSATIONS
Letting Go To Live!
Group talks resume the second week of October.
- Women’s Talk: Every other Tuesday, 6–7:30 p.m.
- Men’s Talk: Every other Wednesday, 6–7:30 p.m.
- Teen Talk: Every other Thursday, 5–6:30 p.m.
Call 626-817-3910 to confirm individual session dates.
Register for group talksDIRECT SERVICES & EDUCATION
Support for your next step.
Justice-impacted young adults, ages 18–24: Ask about Life Skills Academy and eight-week cohorts focused on everyday skills, financial literacy, anger management and conflict resolution, parenting, and workforce readiness.
Tutoring for middle and high school students: Monday–Friday, 4–6 p.m., by appointment. Services are free for students whose families were affected by the Eaton Fire.
One-to-one mentoring: Youth of all genders, ages 14–24, can meet with a mentor at the center Monday–Thursday, 3–6 p.m., by appointment. We also offer specialized direct services for justice-impacted youth.
Hope Now CRC membership is required. Complete the member application, then register for tutoring or mentoring. Call 626-817-3910 for scheduling and GED resources.
FINANCIAL LITERACY / SIX WEEKS / ONLINE
Build everyday money skills.
Our six-week online Financial Literacy cohort covers creating and sticking to a budget, understanding credit and credit scores, saving money and building an emergency fund, smart banking and avoiding money traps, and practical tools for everyday financial decisions.
Registration is required.
Register hereANGER MANAGEMENT / 12 WEEKS / HYBRID
Build new ways to think and respond.
Our 12-week Anger Management cohort focuses on changing behavior and ways of thinking. Learn ways to handle emotions, communicate, and work through conflict.
In-person and online participation are available. We strongly recommend attending in person at Hope Now Community Resource Center.
Call 626-817-3910 for upcoming cohort dates and scheduling details.
Register for anger managementGED PREPARATION & TESTING
Prepare at your own pace.
Hope Now offers GED preparation and a place for self-paced study at the center.
GED testing is offered on Saturdays only. Call 626-817-3910 for preparation availability and testing scheduling details.
REBUILDING ROOTS / EIGHT WEEKS
A pathway toward homeownership.
Rebuilding Roots is an eight-week cohort offered twice a year for renters who lost their homes in the Eaton Fire. We support financial recovery and homeownership readiness, helping participants work toward becoming homeowners.
Registration is required. Register online, or call 626-817-3910 to learn about the next cohort.
Register for Rebuilding RootsHELP KEEP HOPE GROWING
Build this community with us.
Become a member, support our programs, or connect with our team about volunteering and partnerships.
OCTOBER 16 / ADULT GAME NIGHT
Make time for fun and connection.
Join us for Adult Game Night at Hope Now Community Resource Center. Space is limited!
Friday, October 16, 2026 · 7–11 p.m.
1800 N Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91104
$25 buy-in
OCTOBER 31 / FUNDRAISER
Let’s roll for a healthier tomorrow!
Join Hope Now for our Halloween Skate Party—an evening of skating, dancing, a best costume contest, raffle, candy, and community fun.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 · 5–7 p.m.
Moonlight Rollerway
5110 San Fernando Road, Glendale, CA 91204
Tickets: $30 per person. Proceeds support youth wellness, prevention programs, and community outreach. Help us reach our goal of 100 guests!
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