House of Hope - Mer Hooys, Inc.

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Mer Hooys (Our Hope) provides a safe home, social and psychological services, and comprehensive education in academics and life skills training to young girls from disadvantaged backgrounds in Armenia.

10/30/2026

Today, we celebrate the birthday of our dear Lisa Kalustian, Consultant and Advisory Board Member at Mer Hooys, whose wisdom, kindness and unwavering support have been an essential part of our family for many years.

Since 2013, Lisa has generously shared her experience, thoughtful guidance and whole heart with our mission, playing a pivotal role in shaping brighter futures and empowering the young girls we serve.

Dear Lisa, on behalf of all our girls, staff and the entire board, we send you our warmest and most heartfelt birthday wishes! We wish you good health, endless happiness, inner peace and a year filled with love, laughter and beautiful moments. May you always feel as cherished, respected and appreciated as you truly are.

With endless love and gratitude, ❤️
The Mer Hooys Team
Nakashian Children’s Support Center

10/24/2026

Today, we celebrate the 72nd birthday of a valued member of our team, Alexan Harutyunyan.

As one of our dedicated security officers, Alexan plays an important role in ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone at our Center. His responsibility, reliability and steady presence are deeply appreciated by our team and the girls.

On this special day, we extend our warmest congratulations and heartfelt wishes.

We are especially grateful for Alexan’s many years of dedicated work and service to our Center and our mission. Thank you, Alexan, for your commitment, hard work and for being such an important part of our team.

We wish you good health, happiness, peace and many joyful moments in the years to come. May this special birthday bring you warmth, love and countless reasons to smile.

With ❤️

The Mer Hooys Team
“Nakashian Children’s Support Center”

10/22/2026

Our younger girls enjoyed outdoor group session with our psychologist, Sona — surrounded by the beauty and warmth of autumn! 🍂☀️

🎨 Through a fun and creative activity, the girls painted pumpkins and gave each one a special name, bringing their imagination to life and adding a personal touch to every creation.

💛 The activity encouraged creativity, self-expression and individuality, giving each girl the opportunity to express herself through art and play in a warm, supportive environment.

10/15/2026

👩‍🍳 Cooking Day with Our Girls! 🧀🍪

It has become a lovely tradition!
Every year, when our Board President, Adrienne Krikorian, visits Armenia from the U.S., she spends a special day in the kitchen with our girls, preparing her famous Mac ’n’ Cheese and Brookies — a delicious combination of brownies and cookies! 😋

With cheese fresh from TJ’s, brownie mix from Costco, and a little taste of the USA, these treats have become everyone’s favorites! 🇺🇸

This year, the fun went both ways! With the help of our kitchen assistant, Narine, Adrienne also learned how to make traditional Armenian ponchik and piroshki! 🥯🥟

More than just a day of cooking, it was a beautiful opportunity to share traditions, learn from one another and create sweet memories together. Because the best recipes always include a generous helping of love!

10/13/2026

Today, we celebrate the 63rd birthday of our beloved team member, Syuzan Vardumyan, whose years of dedicated service, compassion and unwavering commitment have made her a valued and cherished part of the Mer Hooys family.

Dear Syuzan,

On behalf of our entire team and the girls, we warmly congratulate you on your special day!

For so many years, you have been an important member of our team, bringing your experience, responsibility, warmth and sincere care to your work as a social worker. Your long-standing dedication to the girls and to the mission of our center is deeply appreciated, and we are grateful for all the years you have devoted to supporting and encouraging them.

Beyond your professional dedication, you are also a wonderful example of femininity, grace and self-care. Your always well-groomed, elegant and caring presence reminds our girls of the importance of taking pride in themselves, valuing their individuality and carrying themselves with confidence and dignity.

We wish you good health, happiness, personal fulfillment, continued inspiration and many beautiful moments in the years ahead. May this new chapter of your life be filled with love, joy and well-deserved appreciation.

With ❤️ and warmest wishes,
The Mer Hooys Team at “Nakashian Children’s Support Center”

10/12/2026

Our four girls from the Transitional Center hosted our Board President, Adrienne Krikorian, and several staff members for breakfast, treating everyone to a delicious homemade meal.

It is truly heartwarming to see how much they have grown and how their independence continues to blossom.

Moments like these remind us why our work matters — empowering young women to build confidence, develop life skills and create brighter, more independent futures.

10/10/2026

Recently, the Mer Hooys team came together for a staff meeting and an inspiring discussion about the future of our girls and the continued development of our programs.

During the meeting, two of our talented team members, psychologist Sona and social worker Mane, gave a presentation on our newly remodeled Transitional Living Program, highlighting the importance of helping our older teens prepare for a safe, fulfilling and independent life.

The presentation sparked a thoughtful and engaging conversation among our staff about the important role each team member can play in supporting the girls’ growth and development.

Together, we explored how we can help our girls not only feel safe and supported, but also build confidence in their interactions with others, develop healthy relationships and gain the practical skills they need to navigate life independently.

At Mer Hooys, we believe that preparing young women for the future takes a team effort — one built on understanding, encouragement and a shared commitment to helping every girl reach her full potential.

10/09/2026

This year marks the 14th anniversary of Mer Hooys and we are celebrating in a special way that has become a cherished tradition over the years — planting a tree in the garden of our center!

This year, we planted a dwarf apple tree 🍎.
A beautiful symbol of growth, hope and the roots that connect us to our heritage and one another.

Just like a tree, Mer Hooys continues to grow, nurture and provide a place where our girls can feel safe, build confidence and flourish.

Each year brings new memories, new opportunities and more reasons to be grateful for the loving community that makes Mer Hooys so special.

Growing Together: Celebrating 14 Years of Mer Hooys!

Learn more about our mission and journey at mer-hooys.org

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PO Box 8507
Calabasas, CA
91372

Website

https://mer-hooys.org/

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