Alumnae

New Directions for Women Alumnae

New Directions is blessed to have an active Alumnae organization that supports the ongoing recovery of new members and current patients.  The Alumnae hosts many types of activities throughout the year and also meet regularly to help promote the camaraderie new members and patients begin while in treatment.  Alumnae also service a temporary and premanent sponsors for new patients.  By participating in the Alumnae organization, women learn that they can have a fun and fulfilling life in sobriety while giving back to others, the organization, the New Directions for Women Foundation and Repeat Boutique.

Alumnae Activities and Events

Monthly Activities

• Monthly Alumnae Meeting - 1st Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm at New Directions for Women

Alumnae meet to connect with one another, meet future alumnae and plan activities.  All Alumnae are invited.

• Monthly Dinner and Panel Meetings – 4th Thursday of every month at 6:00 pm at New Directions for Women

Alumnae join patients for dinner prepared by Chef Eyal followed by 12-step panel meeting.  All Alumnae are invited.

Annual Events

• Easter Egg Hunt -  Alumnae, patients and families are invited for an Easter Egg Hunt and brunch.  Alumnae, patients and family are invited.
• Garage Sale -  This fund raising event, held every July, helps raise money for the Alumnae to host events.
• Pizza night – several times throughout the year Alumnae treat patients in the Transition Phase of treatment to a night out for Pizza
• Beach Party -  every August Alumnae host a beach party at Corona del Mar State Beach for patients, Alumnae, family and friends.
• Alumnae Reunion – every September New Directions for Women hosts a reunion for Alumnae.  For the last two years, this has been a yacht cruise on Newport Harbor featuring a gourmet lunch, massages, a 12-step meeting, games and karaoke!  Alumnae and patients are invited.
• Holiday Party – every December the Alumnae host a party complete with turkey dinner, raffle prizes and fun!  Alumnae, family and patients are invited.

Please watch our Events and Calendars pages for upcoming Alumnae activities.