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The Therapeutic Play Foundation, Inc., 5850 6th Avenue, Pasadena, CA (2026)

04/20/2026

Play now. Thrive later. 💛✨

What if healing didn’t just happen in offices—but in rhythm, creativity, and community? 🌿🎶

Join us at the LBCC Public Health Expo 2026 for a powerful, interactive session led by Nakeya T. Fields, where you’ll experience how art, play, and music can transform the way we approach mental health, connection, and community care.

🗓 Wednesday, April 22
⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM
📍 Bob & Barbara Ellis Auditorium (LAC-J)

✨ What to expect:
🥁 Live, interactive drumming (yes—you’ll be part of it!)
🌍 Tools for culturally responsive, trauma-informed engagement
🏫 Real-life applications in schools & communities
💡 Pathways into Community Health Worker & wellness careers
🤝 A deeper understanding of Collective Care in action

This isn’t just a session—it’s an experience. Come feel what connection, co-regulation, and community truly look like.

Because when we create space to play, we create space to heal.

All are welcome. 💫

04/07/2026

Our ARTGard New Horizon Community Playdate was filled with joy, movement, and meaningful connection 💛

From playful moments and the 360 photobooth to our powerful drumming circle and growth-themed activities, families came together to laugh, reflect, and connect.

We’re grateful to share space that centers play, wellness, and community care—because healing and joy grow when we come together 🌱✨

04/01/2026

🖤 Black Mental Health Task Force – Quarterly Meeting

📅 April 9
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Via Zoom

Advocates, community leaders, and allies are invited to come together for our Black Mental Health Task Force Quarterly Meeting—a space for connection, dialogue, and collective action in support of Black mental health and family wellness.

During this gathering, we will:
✨ Check in as a community
📢 Share leadership updates
👨🏾‍👩🏾‍👧🏾 Highlight projects strengthening Black family wellness
📚 Provide research and advocacy updates, including conversations on recognizing racism as a factor impacting health
🤝 Share volunteer opportunities, partnerships, and community resources

Join a network of community members committed to healing, empowerment, and collective care.

bit.ly/BMHTFmeeting

🖤 We hope to see you there!

03/23/2026

🌱✨ Village Resource Days are here! ✨🌱

The Therapeutic Play Foundation is proud to host our Village Resource Days in partnership with Zion Temple Community Church—bringing food, health resources, and community support together in one place.

Join us for our next gathering:
📅 April 14th
⏰ 1–3 PM
📍 Zion Temple Community Church – Los Angeles

We’ll be there every 2nd Tuesday of the month, creating space for connection, wellness, and collective care in our community. Come by to receive resources, meet amazing partners, and be part of the village that supports one another. 💛

Everyone is welcome — bring a friend or neighbor! 🤝🌍

03/05/2026

We’re excited to share that Nakeya T. Fields, LCSW, PPSC will be moderating a powerful panel at the ARISE 2026 Multicultural Conference hosted by the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. 🌍🧠

Collective Care in Action: Multigenerational Healing, Digital-Age Disconnection, and Workforce Pathways in Multicultural Mental Health will bring together leaders who are shaping how communities heal, connect, and build sustainable pathways in mental health.

✨ Meet the Storytellers
We’re honored to feature panelists:
• Frank Henry-Ala, MPH – Public Health faculty at Long Beach City College and advocate for health equity and community-based workforce development.
• Devon Ivey, EdD – Researcher and program developer advancing cross-sector partnerships and culturally responsive care.

Together, this conversation will explore how collective care models can strengthen communities across generations while addressing the challenges of our digital age.

📍 Intercontinental – Downtown Los Angeles
📅 March 18, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM

This panel is a powerful opportunity to highlight stories, strategies, and pathways that move multicultural mental health forward.

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02/24/2026

🎉🌈 Join Us for Our Village Wellness: Feeding the Community Resource Fair! 🌈🎉

We’re bringing the community together for food, fun, and free resources — and you’re invited! 🙌💛

Come out to receive:
🍼 Diapers
🥕 Fresh produce
🚇 Metro cards
🩺 Health & wellness resources
🤝 Community support & connection

✨ St. Brigid Catholic Church
📅 Every 4th Wednesday of the month
⏰ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 5214 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90062

✨ Zion Temple Community Church
📅 Every 2nd Friday of the month
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
📍 1315 E Vernon Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90011

Bring your family, invite a friend, and let’s build a healthier, stronger community together! 💙🌟

We can’t wait to see you there! 🎊🍎

01/29/2026

🌿 Collective Care in Action

We’re proud to share a meaningful milestone at Therapeutic Play Foundation—the completion of our first Collective Care: Partner Provider Wellness Hub Training Academy

This training marks an important step in strengthening our ecosystem of care by bringing together aligned organizations committed to healing-centered, culturally responsive, and community-rooted support for children, youth, and families.

Rooted in the belief that no single organization can meet every need alone, our Collective Care model centers shared learning, relationship-building, and aligned practices to expand our collective capacity—especially during moments of crisis, transition, and growth.

During the training, partners engaged in conversations around trauma-informed practice, therapeutic play, community wellness, and collaborative approaches to care—exploring how shared values and partnership deepen impact for the families we serve.

✨ We’re excited to officially welcome our newest Collective Care partners:
• New Leaf on Life
• Dream Live Hope
• Joy Youth Services
• Culture Collective Counseling

Each partner brings unique strengths, lived experience, and a deep commitment to equity and healing. We’re honored to grow alongside organizations who believe—like we do—that wellness is relational, restorative, and rooted in community.

🚀 What’s next?
Our Collective Care Training Academy will soon be available to external partners looking to train their teams in our collective care approach.

📩 Interested in learning more about training options?
Email nfields@therapeuticplayfoundation.org

This is just the beginning. Together, we’re building stronger bridges so families can play, heal, and thrive—together.

01/27/2026

🎉 Big News at Therapeutic Play Foundation! 🎉

We are stepping into an exciting new chapter of growth and impact—and we couldn’t be more proud to share it with our community 💛

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Paulette Melina and Phillip Albert as our new Co-Executive Directors, and in celebrating the promotion of Ivana Tan, MPH to Operations Director!

Their leadership comes at a pivotal moment for TPF as we expand our programs, deepen community partnerships, and strengthen our commitment to healing-centered, play-based wellness for children and families.

🌟 Dr. Paulette Melina brings deep vision, care, and a powerful commitment to equity and connection that beautifully aligns with our mission.

🌟 Phillip Albert adds strong leadership in operations and community engagement, helping us build meaningful, sustainable partnerships rooted in community voice.

🌟 Ivana Tan, MPH, who has been instrumental in our growth, now steps into her new role as Operations Director—continuing to strengthen our wellness hub model and program offerings.

Together, this incredible leadership team brings complementary strengths that will guide Therapeutic Play Foundation into its next phase—expanding therapeutic play experiences and community wellness initiatives that uplift families with dignity and compassion. 💫 Please join us in welcoming them to the TPF family—we’re so excited for all that’s ahead!

01/21/2026

💛🌈 What a beautiful day of community, care, and connection! 🌈💛

We had an incredible time at our Village Wellness: Feeding the Community Resource Fair at Zion Temple Community Church! The energy, smiles, and shared moments reminded us just how powerful it is when community comes together to support one another.

Families enjoyed games, connection, and access to much-needed resources—including diapers, fresh produce, healthcare support, and more. We were honored to partner with amazing organizations like the International Institute of Los Angeles (providing Metro cards 🚇), Health Net, Measure of Hearts Organization, and so many others who showed up with heart and intention.

This event was about more than resources—it was about creating a welcoming space filled with joy, dignity, and hope. We are deeply grateful to our partners, volunteers, and every family who joined us and trusted us to be part of their day.

Thank you, Zion Temple Community Church, for opening your doors and helping us serve the community with love and purpose. 💛

Together, we nourish. Together, we play. Together, we heal.

01/21/2026

🌱💛 Village Wellness: Feeding the Community Resource Fair 💛🌱

We’re coming together to support families with care, dignity, and connection. Join Therapeutic Play Foundation for a FREE community resource fair focused on meeting real needs and strengthening our village.

🗓 January 28th
⏰ 1–3 PM (and every 4th Wednesday of the month)
📍 St. Brigid Catholic Church
5214 S Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90062

✨ Families can receive:
🍼 Diapers
🥕 Fresh produce
🚇 Free Metro cards
🏥 Healthcare & wellness resources

This is more than a resource fair—it’s a safe, welcoming space to gather, receive support, and connect with trusted community partners.

💬 Spread the word. Bring a friend. Come as you are.
🔗 Register on Eventbrite: bit.ly/events_tpf

Together, we nourish. Together, we heal. 💛

12/23/2025

✨ Leadership Announcement ✨

The Board of Directors of The Therapeutic Play Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of Nakeya T. Fields, LCSW as our new Chief Executive Officer 🎉

Since the founding of The Therapeutic Play Foundation, Nakeya has been deeply rooted in the vision and growth of the organization, previously serving as Founder, President, and Executive Director. Her appointment as CEO marks an exciting new chapter as we continue to strengthen our leadership structure and expand our long-term impact.

In her role as CEO, Nakeya will provide strategic leadership centered on organizational vision, sustainability, governance partnership, and systems-level collaboration—working closely with the Board and executive leadership while our Directors continue to lead day-to-day operations and programs.

💬 “It is an honor to continue serving The Therapeutic Play Foundation in this role. As we grow, my focus is on stewarding the mission with clarity and care—strengthening collective care models that expand access, deepen partnerships, and support healing and resilience across our communities.”
— Nakeya T. Fields, LCSW, CEO

We look forward to this next chapter as we continue to expand our reach and deepen our impact in service of children, families, and communities 💛

12/22/2025

We were honored to join Zion Community Church for their Christmas of Hope Toy Giveaway, a beautiful celebration filled with joy, generosity, and community love. 💛

Our team had an amazing time connecting with families and helping distribute hundreds of toys to children in the community. Seeing the excitement, smiles, and holiday magic on children’s faces reminded us just how powerful community care and partnership can be—especially during the holidays. 🎁✨

Beyond the toys, this event created space for laughter, connection, and togetherness, making it a truly special and memorable day for all.

We’re deeply grateful to Zion Community Church for inviting Therapeutic Play Foundation to be part of this meaningful celebration. Moments like these reflect our mission to support children and families through healing, play, and joyful connection.

Here’s to continuing to spread hope, happiness, and holiday cheer throughout our community! 🎄💫

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