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For more than 20 years, Avigal Horrow enjoyed a career in the legal field as a consultant and general counsel. Yet she always wanted to give back to her community. So it was in the middle of her legal career that she decided to take a big leap. In March 2014, Avigal became the community […]

At Casa, we’re not just offering shelter—we’re offering hope, a fresh start, and the tools women need to build a better future. Over the years, countless success stories have emerged from our doors, each one a testament to the resilience and determination of the women we serve. Today, we want to share three powerful stories

Pregnancy is a universal experience— one that transcends all walks of life, from everyday people to global celebrities. Whether it’s a quiet, private moment or a highly-publicized event, the journey of expecting a child is full of hope, joy, and, yes, even challenges. And sometimes, those challenges lead to beautiful moments of generosity that inspire

In a heartwarming tale of resilience and determination, Shalana, the visionary behind Punkdemic, takes us on a journey from a shelter for abused women to the thriving world of fashion with a purpose. In 1997, at the age of 19 and six months pregnant with her first child, Shalana found herself in a challenging situation.

In 1997, Antoinette found herself pregnant with her fourth child, unaware that she was actually carrying twins. Estranged from her husband and three older kids due to a harrowing battle with drug addiction, she reached a turning point when she stumbled upon Casa de los Angelitos. The compassionate support she received there became the foundation

A Look Back In Time Mary Sheridan devoted her life to helping people and in faithful service to her church. In the early 1980’s while she was a volunteer at the Pregnancy Counseling Center in Torrance which she helped established, she became poignantly aware of the need to do more for the pregnant mothers and

Casa Christmas 2023 Ho! Ho! Ho! On December 9, Casa de los Angelitos transformed into a festive haven as the board members orchestrated a heartwarming Christmas celebration. The spirit of giving filled the air, complemented by an abundance of delicious food and the joyous decoration efforts of the dedicated staff and residents.   The banquet

Penny Zuercher Joins Casa de los Angelitos Board of Directors! Penny Zuercher has joined our board as of January 2023. Penny comes to us afterhaving recently retired from Wells Fargo as a Product Manager. She is a 1989graduate of Stanford University where she met her husband and from which her 2sons recently graduated. Penny’s husband

Kim Kozak Joins Casa de los Angelitos Board of Directors! A personal word from Kim … Hello! My name is Kim Kozak. I grew up in the Midwest but fortunately made my way to sunny California for college, graduating from UC Santa Barbara with a Business degree. I moved to LA to pursue my career

Christmas at Casa 2022 – Oh What Fun! The annual Christmas Party (2022) at Casa de los Angelitos was so much fun! The sumptuous feast was donated by the current Board members which was enjoyed by all — current and past residents and their children, the staff, and past Board members. Santa lent an ear