Parents Anonymous® Expands Support for Families with New Well-Being Center in the Antelope Valley

PALMDALE, Calif., Sept. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Parents Anonymous® Inc. is proud to announce the grand opening of its new Well-Being Center serving the Antelope Valley community, marking a major milestone in expanding no-cost, evidence-based mental health services for parents, children and youth across Los Angeles County. 

The Antelope Valley Well-Being Center will host its ribbon-cutting celebration on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, from 5 to 8 p.m. in Palmdale. The event is open to the public, with food, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to connect with local parent leaders and advocates. 

The Antelope Valley Well-Being Center will provide comprehensive services designed to reduce parental stress and isolation while building on the strengths of families by enhancing well-being, including: 

• Weekly Parents Anonymous® Adult, Children & Youth Groups (evidence-based, trauma-informed, and peer-led) 
• Individual and family therapy sessions
• Supportive services through relevant referrals and access to other necessary resources
• Crisis intervention through Parents Anonymous® operated 24-hour parent and youth helpline, ensuring immediate support during emergencies and ongoing guidance to help participants stabilize

"This new Well-Being Center reflects our unwavering commitment to meet parents, children and youth where they are — with compassion, evidence-based care, and community," said Dr. Lisa Pion-Berlin, President & CEO of Parents Anonymous®. "By expanding into Antelope Valley, we are addressing critical gaps in mental health and prevention services, ensuring that parents and youth feel less alone, more supported, and better equipped to thrive." 

The openings come at a time of heightened need. Nearly half of parents who contact the Parent & Youth Helpline report struggling with isolation, stress or mental health challenges. The Antelope Valley Well-Being Center will provide an in-person hub for connection, healing and empowerment — backed by over 56 years of Parents Anonymous® expertise. 

"With our shared commitment to empowering and uplifting individuals and families, the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health congratulates Parents Anonymous on establishing its first Well-Being Center in the Antelope Valley," said Dr. Lisa H. Wong, Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. "Having another option for residents in this community will only enhance both of our abilities to ensure everyone reaches their fullest potential and thrives."

Local dignitaries, community partners and families are invited to join both celebrations. RSVPs are required. To RSVP for Antelope Valley grand opening ceremony, visit https://givebutter.com/AVOpening. 

For more information about Parents Anonymous® and its programs, visit parentsanonymous.org.

About Parents Anonymous, Inc.
For over half a century, Parents Anonymous® Inc. has served as a steadfast pillar of support for parents, caregivers and youth across the nation. Since its establishment in 1969, this organization has been at the forefront of developing evidence-based programs dedicated to strengthening families. Through the decades, it has furthered its unwavering commitment to empowerment through the establishment of National Parent Leadership Month® every February, its community-based organizations, Weekly Adult and Children & Youth Parents Anonymous Groups®, and its Helpline resources: National Parent & Youth Helpline™ and the California Parent & Youth Helpline®. Parents and youth needing emotional support can reach the Helpline by calling/texting 1-855-427-2736 or through live chat at caparentyouthhelpline.org or through nationalparentyouthhelpline.org 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Parents Anonymous, Inc. is also the only program recognized by The Federal Title IV-E Prevention Clearinghouse that is proven to Effectively Improve Parenting, Enhance Mental Health and Reduce Substance Abuse while Ensuring Child Safety for diverse parents, children and youth of all ages. Learn more at parentsanonymous.org or by following on Facebook or Instagram.

Contact:
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SOURCE Parents Anonymous