ANAHEIM HILLS, Calif., Sept. 19, 2007 (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, announced Carole Geronsin has joined the board of directors. Geronsin taught elementary school for more than 10 years and has been selling real estate in Orange County for the past 30 years.
"We are very happy to welcome Carole to our board of directors," said Executive Director of Canyon Acres, Clete Menke. "Carole has a passion to help the children of Canyon Acres, and we are excited to have her on board as we continue to provide the much-needed services and support to the children who need us."
Geronsin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education and Psychology from Northern Illinois University, and has taught elementary school both in Chicago and, later, in the Anaheim elementary school district. During her time in Chicago, Geronsin started an after-school program and taught in the mentally gifted program in Anaheim, developing the individualized learning system that was televised and observed by educators worldwide. Along with her career as a successful realtor in Orange County, Geronsin has done philanthropic work for children and the elderly.
"I share Canyon Acres' goal of making a big difference in abused and neglected children's lives," said Geronsin. "I look forward to helping the agency achieve that goal."
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 canyonacres@bockpr.comor visit the Canyon Acres Children and Family Services Web Site at www.canyonacres.org.