! HOPE. OPPORTUNITY. PRIDE. A Safe Passage to a New Life ! Compassionate Transformation for Victims of Domestic Violence PO Box 40034 Studio City, California 91614 Safe Passage 501(c)3 T 818-232-7476, HOTLINE 800-799-SAFE, [email protected], www.SafePassageLives.org As I stood there in desperation... ! ! Safe Passage Gave Me Hope What We Do and Inspiration Safe Passage takes a holistic approach to healing bodies, souls and minds. We empower women by repairing the damage done from abuse, so that the violent cycle can finally stop. The women are transformed emotionally and physically with help from our unique team of doctors, life coaches, and counselors. ! SIX MONTHS: That’s how long it takes for women and children to transform their lives, gain independence, employment and housing. 95% SUCCESS RATE: We mentor each client through the transformational process to ensure a successful outcome. Extensive counseling and career training prepare her for stable employment and to maintain her own residence, fully furnished by generous donors. We are proud to report that 95% of the women who complete our program not only break the cycle of domestic violence but become role models for new clients, sharing their life stories and inspiring others. BEAUTY, CONFIDENCE, & SURGERY: Our team of specialists includes doctors, plastic surgeons, dentists, career counselors, life coaches, image makeover experts, interior decorators and more. We truly transform our patients from the inside out. We have provided tooth restoration, rhinoplasty, facial reconstruction and other cosmetic procedures. Each woman has her own specific needs and we are dedicated to doing everything we can to restore inner and outer beauty and self-esteem. 1500 WOMEN & THEIR CHILDREN: That’s how many lives we’ve transformed in the past 13 years. We don’t take on the high number of clients that some other organizations take, because each person requires an intense collaborative six month effort. Our clients do not fall through the cracks. President Obama, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, City Controller Wendy Greuel, and Council Member Denise Zine have all recognized Safe Passage for outstanding citizenship. PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageLives.org Board of Directors: Jim Steele, Heather Wells, Janet Campos, Linda Dolson, Trish Steele, Susan Sengezar,Priscilla Pyrk, Dana Thiero, Kiko Ellsworth Who We Are ! Trish Steele Founder Former make-up artist, model, Winner of Ms. California Pageant, Cable Talk Show Host, Author, and Domestic Abuse Survivor. Trish Steele has turned her survival story into 23 years of helping other women. ! Linda Dolson ! She’s been recognized and awarded by various groups including: Southern California Motion Picture Council, Beautiful People Awards, LA Family Housing, Celebrity Society Magazine, Amazing Woman’s Advocacy, and many politicians including President Barack Obama. Program Director & Naturopathic Practitioner Linda is the former president of Safe Passage, and currently in her fifth year as program director and counselor. Ms. Dolson helps women heal the emotional scars of abuse, and addresses nutritional deficiencies. Clients describe results as “remarkable!” ! A graduate of California College of Natural Medicine, she’s certified as a Traditional Naturopathic Practitioner. Linda is also certified in Homeopathy as a Holistic Health Practitioner and Neuro-physical Reprogramming Specialist. Nick Zargarpour Attorney and Counselor at Law John Wurts Treasurer (John Wurts Financial) Janet Campos Secretary Stephanie Abrams CEO of Abrams Management LLC A Public Relations Firm Kiko Ellsworth Actor & Founder of Inspire Me Defense Kathy Kirshy Obagi Medical Michael Bernstein CEO of Bernstein Financial Services, Inc. Susan Sengezer Author, ER Nurse, DV Advocate, and Radio Show Host Vana Thiero Producer & Autism Advocate Bruce Vafa, DDS Founder of Smiles Angels of Beverly Hills Healther Wells Retired Engineer and Mentor to Foster Child Graduates Advisory Board Click for more Honorary Members Click for more PO Box Box 40034, 40034, Studio Studio City, City, CA CA 91614 91614 T T 818-232-7476, 818-232-7476, H H 800-799-SAFE, 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageLives.org www.SafePassageLives.org PO ! Stepping Stones to a New Life • Counseling Weekly • Health Assessment and Nutrition Classes • Physicals and Dental Checkups • Reconstructive Facial Surgery & Other Assessed Per Client • Self Defense Classes taught by Actor and Life Coach Kiko Elsworth • Structure Personal & Organizational Goals • Computer Training. Job Search Assistance. Resume Writing. • Financial Workshop: Basic Finance. How to Handle Your Money. • Interviewing Skills: How to Make a Good First Impression. Public Speaking. • Beauty: Make-up Work Shop. Skin Care Products & Supplies Provided. • Empowerment Training: “Beauty From the Inside Out” by Founder Trish Steele • Relationship Dynamics: The Differences Between Men, Women, and How We Think. • Housing Assistance: Donation of Supplies, Furniture, and Interior Decorating Services. • Children: Scholastic Mentors. Activities. Clothing. • Transportation Expenses Provided ! ! CLICK HERE to watch Safe Passage in Action. PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageLives.org Media Safe Passage Founder Trish Steele has appeared on many television shows talking about her organization and efforts to break the cycle of Domestic Violence. Click for samples: CBS, Fox, PSA ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Safe Passage Fundraising Events are held annually raising a majority of the money needed for the organization. The high profile events in Beverly Hills & Downtown LA have attracted support from politicians and celebrities including Mayor Villaraigosa, Sheriff Lee Baca, Taylor Armstrong, Kelly LeBrock (Woman in Red), Lindsay Wagner (Bionic Woman), Smokey Robinson (Past Advisory Board Member), LA City Controller Wendy Greuel, Jessica Simpson, Christina Aguilera (donations), Weston Cage (Nicolas Cage’s son) and many more. It costs $10,000 minimum for each life make-over and transformation. ! PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageLives.org Tanya Young Williams National Spokesperson for Safe Passage ! “I am very honored to lend my passion and voice to Safe Passage and all survivors of domestic violence they support in Los Angeles and nationally,” says Williams. “Safe Passage and their programs help survivors start their lives over, which all of us need when we escape the traumas of domestic violence.” Tanya Young Williams is a TV Personality, frequent commentator for Headline News (HLN), inspirational speaker, author and featured contributor to Huffington Post. She was also the Celebrity Spokesperson for the National Domestic Violence Hotline. Williams was thrust into the spotlight after her estranged husband, former NBA All-Star Jayson Williams, was tried for the fatal shooting of his limo driver in 2002. She quickly became a brave new voice in the efforts to stem domestic violence, when speaking out about her abusive past with the former All-Star. ! Contact Us Safe Passage is represented by ! ! Media Contact: Stephanie Abrams [email protected] 818-422-4123 ! Founder Trish Steele can be reached at [email protected] 818-232-7476 PO Box 40034, Studio City, CA 91614 T 818-232-7476, H 800-799-SAFE, www.SafePassageLives.org