Where growth, wellness, and family unite.
Our Mission
Welcome to our organization! Our mission is to empower individuals and families across Los Angeles, Greater San Gabriel Valley, and surrounding counties California through a variety of educational programs, wellness initiatives, and independent living training. We are committed to supporting infants, children, youth, families, the elderly in their journey towards a better quality of life. Join us in creating a vibrant, informed, and healthy community for all.
About our non-profit.
Project CHELA was founded by Tanya Flores, a dedicated professional extensive experience as a foster care social worker, supervisor, and children's advocate. Holding a master's degree social work, she recognized that trauma impacts individuals holistically, particularly affecting the mental health of children foster care. Through Project CHELA, Tanya aims to these challenges, providing support and resources for children in need. Her commitment to fostering resilience healing is at the heart of this initiative.
Tanya Flores, Founder/CEO
Programs:
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Early infant intervention programs.
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Anger Management/ Violence Prevention
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Life Adventures for Teens in the real world
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The Garden Party/Volunteer
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and more!
Welcome to our 0-3 intervention programs! We’re thrilled to support to families in San Diego County. A special shout-out to all our amazing families in the region together, we can make positive impact on your little ones' development!
Welcome to our Sensory Gardens, where exploration and growth await from ages 0 to 80 and beyond. Here, we focus on mental wellness, offering organic experiences that foster healing and connection within our communities. Join us in cultivating a space where you can learn, live well, and rediscover the child you. Embrace the journey of growth and connection in our vibrant gardens!
Board Members
TANYA FLORES
Board President/CEO
Project CHELA was founded by Tanya Flores and two dedicated social workers who recognized the simple yet profound needs youth. They aim to provide more opportunities for socialization, skills, and real-life experiences within the community. a social worker with an MSW and a mother of four, Tanya passionately advocates for special needs, teens, families, and practitioners, making a meaningful impact in their lives. Through Project CHELA, they strive to create a supportive environment where every young person can thrive.
VICKIE WILSON
Treasurer
Vickie Wilson has been a dedicated volunteer and board member of Project CHELA since its inception, contributing over 14 years of invaluable service. As a retired Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she passionately advocates for children,, and veterans. In addition to her work with Project CHELA, Mrs. Wilson volunteers for Veterans for Peace and proudly served in the States Navy. Outside of her advocacy, she enjoys rescuing greyhounds, further showcasing her compassionate spirit.
AARON RODRIGUEZ
Board Vice President
Meet Aaron Rodriquez, a dedicated staff member with over 5 years of volunteering with CHELA. His passion for community engagement shines through in his successful recruitment of over 200 volunteers from local high schools during Earth Day celebrations. With two master’s degrees, Aaron also teaches at two public schools and balances his role as a small business owner and entrepreneur. commitment to making a difference in the community is truly inspiring.
Thank you, Mike and Chanden, for your years of dedication and service. We truly everything you've done and wish you all the best in your future endeavors!
We're hiring!
Job title: Early intervention Specialist
Job Description: Project CHELA Early intervention specialists, help Children with developmental delays by providing their parents and caregivers with strategies to help their children in a natural setting, the home and community utilizing the, parent as coach approach. The early intervention specialist is trained in the unique development of children 0-3 years of age. The early intervention specialist will work with each family or caregiver to look at the challenges the child may face and provide specific positive strength-based strategies that will help each child and family reach their goals as outlined in the IFSP. Early intervention helps children with disabilities develop and learn to their fullest potentional. It enhances each family's capacity to meet the developmental needs of their child in the settings where children learn. The early intervention specialist respects the family's strengths, values, diversity and competencies and answers families' questions about their child's development.
Responsibilites:
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Work together with families and the other professionals in evaluating children and planning intervention services that meet the developmental needs of each child.
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Attend teacher training sessions
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Prepare 6-month and annual progress reports for each child.
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Coach parents in activities they can incorporate into their daily routines.
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participate in appropriate play-based activities with the child and care-giver or parents
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Create activities that promote the development of cognitive, language, speech, social skills, fine motor, and gross motor skills.
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Will monitor and complete evaluations of the child to ensure the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) is effective and accomplished.
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Recommend the resources for additional services as needed and maintain communication with SDRC.
Qualifications: B.A. degree in early childhood development, sociology, social work, psychology or other related field. May hold a BA degree with 1-year experience working with children and families. Must have exceptional interpersonal skills, ability to coach parents, complete assessments and write reports in a timely manner.
Reports to: Supervisor
Collaborates with: SDRC coordinators, Families.