ANAHEIM HILLS, Calif., Dec. 6, 2006 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Canyon Acres Children and Family Services, a charity organization committed to providing homes, care, treatment and supportive services for abused, neglected and emotionally troubled children and their families, today announced the appointment of Todd Wulffson of Palace Entertainment and Michelle Hodges of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP to the Board of Directors.
"Canyon Acres is now celebrating its 25th anniversary, and that's largely because of the support we have received from the local community," said Clete Menke, Executive Director of Canyon Acres. "We are proud to have Mr. Wulffson and Ms. Hodges join the Board of Directors. Both are established community leaders known for their dedication and hard work and they will be a welcome addition to Canyon Acres. Community involvement is the most important form of support a non-profit organization can receive, and we hope that Mr. Wulffson's and Ms. Hodge's involvement will encourage further support from the community."
Mr. Wulffson is Vice President and General Counsel to Palace Entertainment, the largest operator of water parks and family entertainment centers in the nation. Prior to joining Palace, Mr. Wulffson was in private practice for 16 years, representing companies primarily in labor and employment defense matters. A native of Orange County and graduate of UCLA and Loyola Law School, Mr. Wulffson is actively involved in the community and local charities. In addition to being a past president of the Constitutional Rights Foundation of Orange County and pro bono lawyer for Phoenix House and Orangewood, Mr. Wulffson has served as president of Peters Canyon Elementary School's PTO and is a Scoutmaster with the Boy Scouts of America. Mr. Wulffson lives with his wife and four sons in Tustin.
"Having been involved with the organization from a distance for many years, I am greatly looking forward to assisting Canyon Acres directly as a Board Member," commented Mr. Wulffson. "I am proud and honored to be working with so many wonderful people who are committed to helping the children and families who rely on Canyon Acres for its outstanding services."
Ms. Hodges is a corporate partner in the Orange County office of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP. She earned her law degree and Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles. Ms. Hodges' practice includes representation of public and private companies in mergers and acquisitions and securities offerings.
"Canyon Acres is an important organization for our community," said Michelle Hodges. "It does so much to help the children and families who need it the most in Orange County. I'm excited to have this opportunity to serve on the Board of Directors and help Canyon Acres further its cause."
ABOUT CANYON ACRES
Canyon Acres Children and Family Services is the only facility in Orange County or the surrounding counties serving the most severely abused and emotionally troubled children between the ages of 6-17. Since 1980, Canyon Acres has been providing the highest level of care, therapeutic treatment and most importantly a home, to children throughout Southern California who suffer from a variety of emotional and psychological disorders. Canyon Acres gives children nurturing, treatment, and opportunities that they need to grow up in safe, loving, and stable families. For more information about Canyon Acres Children and Family Services, contact Bock Communications at + 1-714-540-1030 or mjack@bockpr.com or visit the Canyon Acres Children and Family Services Web Site at www.canyonacres.org.