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Free vision screening for children in Santa Ana set for April 26

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MOMS ORANGE COUNTY PARTNERS WITH UC IRVINE’S GAVIN HERBERT EYE INSTITUTE TO OFFER FREE VISION SCREENINGS FOR CHILDREN ON APRIL 26

SANTA ANA, Calif. (April 20, 2018) – MOMS Orange County, a Santa Ana-based nonprofit dedicated to helping families have healthy babies, is partnering with UC Irvine’s Gavin Herbert Eye Institute on April 26 to offer free vision screenings to children ages 6 months – 12 years old. Screenings will be offered at 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m., 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the MOMS Orange County offices at 1128 West Santa Ana Boulevard in Santa Ana.

Children who do not pass the vision screening may receive a free follow up comprehensive eye exam and glasses from the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute at no cost. Continue reading→

Nonprofit offers free bilingual childbirth prep classes in Santa Ana

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MOMS ORANGE COUNTY OFFERS FREE CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASSES FOR ENGLISH AND SPANISH-SPEAKING EXPECTANT PARENTS

Four-Week Sessions Available Throughout 2018, Beginning February 6 to Help Expecting Orange County Couples Have Healthy Babies

Santa Ana, Calif. (January 19, 2018) – MOMS Orange County, a Santa Ana-based nonprofit dedicated to helping mothers and their families have healthy babies, is pleased to announce the start of its four-class childbirth preparation series for English-speaking participants beginning Feb. 6 at its main office in Santa Ana. The series repeats throughout 2018 with classes in Spanish offered during alternating months. Continue reading→

Santa Ana based nonprofit offering free childbirth preparation classes

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MOMS ORANGE COUNTY PARTNERS WITH COSTA MESA FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER TO OFFER FREE SPANISH-LANGUAGE CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION AND MOMMY & ME CLASSES

Nonprofit’s Programs Help Underserved, Pregnant Women and their Families to Have Healthy Babies

SANTA ANA, Calif. (March 20, 2017) – Santa Ana-based nonprofit MOMS Orange County is now offering free Spanish-language childbirth preparation classes, as well as free Spanish-language “Mommy and Me” classes for parents-to-be and new parents in partnership with the Costa Mesa Family Resource Center.

Each of the courses will be held at the Costa Mesa Family Resource Center, located in the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living in Newport Beach at 307 Placentia Ave. The classes are part of MOMS Orange County’s Health Education program and are specifically designed to enable new and expecting parents to gain the knowledge necessary to have a healthy pregnancy, positive childbirth experience, and give their baby the best possible start in life. Continue reading→

Santa Ana resident appointed as Co-Chair of the OC Health Improvement Partnership

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MOMS ORANGE COUNTY CEO PAMELA PIMENTEL NAMED CO-CHAIR OF ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP

Partnership Aims to Improve Health of Adults, Children and Infants Throughout Orange County

SANTA ANA, Calif. (March 10, 2017) – MOMS Orange County, a nonprofit organization serving low-income pregnant women for more than 25 years, is proud to announce the appointment of CEO, Pamela Pimentel, as the co-chair for the Orange County Health Improvement Partnership.

The Orange County Health Improvement Partnership leads the Orange County Healthier Together Initiative, which is dedicated to improving the health of communities in Orange County through community assessments and collaborations with community partners. Continue reading→

MOMS Orange County receives a donation of 66K diapers

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HOMEAID ESSENTIALS DONATES APPROXIMATELY 66,000 DIAPERS TO NONPROFIT MOMS ORANGE COUNTY

Over 900 Families Served by MOMS Orange County will Benefit from Donation of Diapers and Other Baby Items from Local Community Organization

Santa Ana-based nonprofit MOMS Orange County recently had the privilege of receiving two truckloads of baby items donated by HomeAid Essentials, a community outreach program of HomeAid Orange County. The diapers and other baby items, valued at more than $15,000, will benefit more than 900 at-risk families served by MOMS Orange County.

“We are honored to receive this generous donation from HomeAid Essentials,” said MOMS Orange County CEO Pam Pimentel. “Donations such as this are the foundation of our organization. Without the support of community organizations like HomeAid Orange County, our mission to support at-risk mothers and families would not be possible.” Continue reading→

Santa Ana nonprofit appoints local leaders to its Board of Directors

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MOMS ORANGE COUNTY APPOINTS PUBLIC HEALTH EXECUTIVE AND WOMEN’S HEALTH ADVOCATE TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Craig G. Myers and Dr. Candice Taylor Lucas are Welcomed as the Newest Board Members Bringing Extensive Experience in Hospital Leadership, Obesity Prevention and Pediatric Care

SANTA ANA, Calif. (December 1, 2015)–MOMS Orange County, a nonprofit organization serving low-income pregnant women for more than 20 years, is proud to announce the appointment of Craig G. Myers and Candice Taylor Lucas, M.D., M.P.H. to its board of directors. Continue reading→

Santa Ana nonprofit to benefit from Newport Beach jewelry store event

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JEWELRY BRAND KENDRA SCOTT HOSTS SHOPPING EVENT TO BENEFIT NONPROFIT MOMS ORANGE COUNTY

In support of at-risk mothers and their families served by MOMS Orange County, jewelry brand Kendra Scott will host a “Kendra Gives Back Party” on Thursday, October 15, 2015 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at its Fashion Island store located at 235 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. Twenty percent of sales from the shopping event, featuring bold, unique and beautiful accessories, will benefit MOMS Orange County, a nonprofit organization serving low-income pregnant women for more than 20 years. MOMS Orange County offers programs and services to low-income families and communities that result in healthy babies, empowered mothers and strong families.

Guests will enjoy complimentary “sips and sweets” while they shop. Continue reading→

Local nonprofit kicks off campaign to provide 400 car seats to families in need

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MOMS Orange County Board Treasurer Mark Marten, MOMS Orange County board member Silvia Martinez, MD, and MOMS Orange County Board President Ron DiLuigi, take a moment with former State Senator and U.S. Congress, 46th C.D. candidate, Lou Correa

MOMS OC Board Treasurer Mark Marten, MOMS OC board member Silvia Martinez, MD, and MOMS OC Board President Ron DiLuigi, take a moment with 46th C.D. candidate, Lou Correa

MOMS Orange County Hosts Dream Big Kick Off to Help Provide 400 Car Seats to Families in Need

Over 30 guests attended the Dream Big Kick Off Party at The Robbin’s Nest Wine Bar in Downtown Santa Ana on Thursday, September 17, to begin the process of fundraising for MOMS Orange County and their Possible Dream as part of the Carousel of Possible Dreams presented by the Festival of Children Foundation. MOMS Orange County’s Possible Dream in 2016 is to provide car seats to babies in their program who are most in need. Their goal is to raise $25,000 by November 12 to help purchase 400 car seats. In 2014, over 450 families in the program were in need of car seats that MOMS Orange County was unable to provide.

Guests took time to set up their personal fundraising pages on their mobile devices while enjoying select wines, beers and appetizers. Special guests included California Highway Patrol Car Seat Technician Nancy Coon, and former State Senator and U.S. Congress, 46th C.D. candidate, Lou Correa, who shared a personal story about a family who lost their youngest child as a result of not being in a car seat, and offered his support to help MOMS Orange County achieve their dream. Continue reading→

Santa Ana nonprofit appoints community leaders to its board of directors

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Monica Rangel

Monica Rangel

MOMS ORANGE COUNTY APPOINTS WOMEN’S HEALTH LEADER AND COMMUNITY ADVOCATE TO ITS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Dr. Allyson Brooks and Monica Rangel are Welcomed as the Newest Board Members Bringing Extensive Experience in Leadership, Women’s Health and Community Relations

SANTA ANA, Calif. (September 9, 2015)–MOMS Orange County, a nonprofit organization serving low-income pregnant women for more than 20 years, is proud to announce the appointment of Allyson Brooks, M.D. and Monica Rangel to its board of directors. Continue reading→

Santa Ana nonprofit hosts breastfeeding recognition luncheon

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Mothers (front row left to right): Luz Osornio, Naybi Mazuera, Lizbeth Bojorquez, and Nayeli Castillo, with MOMS Orange County’s Health Educators, Juan Diego Noreña and Martha Arambula, along with Chief Operating Officer, Yvette Bojorquez, RN

Mothers (front row left to right): Luz Osornio, Naybi Mazuera, Lizbeth Bojorquez, and Nayeli Castillo, with MOMS Orange County’s Health Educators, Juan Diego Noreña and Martha Arambula, along with CEO Yvette Bojorquez

MOMS ORANGE COUNTY RECOGNIZES MOTHERS WHO COMMIT TO BREASTFEEDING SUCCESS

Santa Ana, Calif. (August 11, 2015) – More than 40 mothers who successfully completed breastfeeding education programming and support groups through MOMS Orange County, a nonprofit organization serving low-income pregnant women for more than 22 years, were recognized for their efforts and dedication at the MOMS Orange County Breastfeeding Recognition Luncheon on Friday, August 7, 2015. The recognition event, held during World Breastfeeding Week at MOMS Orange County in Santa Ana, emphasized the importance of breastfeeding for both baby and mother, and featured opportunity drawings, giveaways and a luncheon.

Breastfeeding education and support is an integral component of MOMS Orange County’s curriculum. The organization is not only educating mothers but also provides the often-missing support system they require to breastfeed with confidence. Continue reading→

MOMS Orange County, a Santa Ana nonprofit, names new Board President

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Ron DiLuigi

Ron DiLuigi

MOMS ORANGE COUNTY APPOINTS NEW LEADERSHIP

Ron DiLuigi is Named President of MOMS Orange County’s Board Of Directors

SANTA ANA, Calif. (July 28, 2015)– MOMS Orange County, a nonprofit organization serving low-income pregnant women for more than 22 years, is proud to announce the appointment of Yorba Linda resident Ron DiLuigi as the new MOMS Orange County Board of Directors president.

DiLuigi is the former vice president and chief advocacy officer for St. Joseph Health, headquartered in Irvine. He retired in July 2015. In this capacity, he was the lead executive in St. Joseph Health’s fifteen-hospital system, in the areas of advocacy, public policy and government relations. Prior to this, DiLuigi held executive positions during a 27-year career in government, most recently as director of the Orange County Health Care Agency. He is a MOMS Orange County founding board member and has served the organization for 14 years. Continue reading→

Correa to host Vietnamese Family Fun Day on July 24, in Westminster

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Vietnamese Family Fun Day

Senator Lou Correa, Supervisor Janet Nguyen, the City of Westminster Family Resource Center, Advance Beauty College, the Alzheimer’s Association, the American Red Cross, MOMS Orange County, and the Orange County Health Care Agency, are planning the 3rd annual Vietnamese Family Fun Day, which will take place on Saturday, July 24, at 4:10 pm.

This is a fun outdoor event for families to come together and receive information regarding family health, public safety, free health screenings and other community programs. The event will take place from 9am to 1pm at Sigler Park in the City of Westminster.

Location: Sigler Park, Wesminster, CA

For more information, contact Julie Nguyen at (714)558-4400 or Julie.Nguyen@sen.ca.gov.