Our Mission

Our mission is to create a nurturing and supportive environment for individuals experiencing homelessness, immigration challenges, substance use disorders, and re-entry barriers in Los Angeles, providing them with comprehensive services to rebuild their lives and achieve a brighter future. We aim to reach the lost and bring healing by providing love, and light to the city of Los Angeles. We seen the gaps in the systems that already exist, we’ve experience the cracks and seen how people get lost in them. We believe we are called ones fill those gaps. We believe everyone has a story, that we can all come together share and help one another, as we are pieces that complete the puzzle. Healing Los Angeles Together with Gods blessing.

Our Founder’s Inspiring Journey

Herminia Galvez is the founder of Healing Los Angeles Together, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting individuals and families facing addiction, homelessness, grief, and systemic barriers. Born and raised in South Los Angeles, she is a mother, a dedicated Substance Abuse Counselor, and a leader committed to transforming pain into purpose. With 15 years of sobriety and freedom after nearly a decade of struggling with addiction and incarceration, Herminia’s journey is one of resilience, faith, and unwavering dedication to community healing.

By the grace of God, Herminia has overcome addiction, homelessness, mental health struggles, and the challenges of reentry. Her lived experience fuels her passion to serve. She understands firsthand the gaps in services for individuals and families struggling with grief, addiction, mental health, immigration, and housing insecurity. In 2017, tragedy struck when Herminia lost her mother to the streets of Los Angeles. That loss deepened her calling—to ensure that no one has to suffer alone and that resources are available to those in need.

From an early age, Herminia found her voice through advocacy. Inspired by a teacher at 16, she began organizing, canvassing, and advocating for youth and marginalized communities. Her work has spanned grassroots movements, policy advocacy, and direct service, always with a heart for those societies often overlooked.

Through her work and personal journey, Herminia witnessed firsthand the critical gaps in resources and support for individuals navigating addiction, grief, and reentry. Healing Los Angeles Together is committed to closing those gaps by uplifting staff and counselors with lived experience, ensuring compassionate, empathetic community-rooted care for every person they serve.

Healing Los Angeles Together was born from this mission—to create a compassionate, faith-driven community that provides essential services to those in need. Through outreach, counseling, education, and advocacy, the organization works to fill the gaps in support systems and empower individuals on their journey to healing. Herminia envisions a future where no one is left behind, and where those struggling with addiction, homelessness, and trauma can find the resources, care, and hope they deserve.

Founder

Herminia Galvez

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Nancy Lemus is a dedicated community advocate and board member of Healing Los Angeles Together. With over 15 years as a parent volunteer and as a trauma-informed coach for the Dodgers Dreamteam, she was named Coach of the Year in 2021. That same year, she co-founded Food 4 Olive You, providing meals and resources to the unhoused community. Currently, she works with a nonprofit educating parents of young children and organizes community events and workshops. Certified in wellness skills, Nancy's personal experiences as a single mother who overcame homelessness drive her commitment to uplifting others and making a positive impact in her community.

- Nancy Lemus

Craig Parks is an accomplished technology executive with over 15 years of leadership experience in the Media, Entertainment, and Technology industries. Originally from Griffin, Georgia, Craig holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of West Georgia, a specialized certification in Data Engineering from the University of Chicago, and recently completed the prestigious Chief Technology Officer (CTO) program at The Wharton School – University of Pennsylvania.

Craig’s career has been defined by a passion for innovation, strategic thinking, and a deep commitment to empowering teams and organizations through technology. Beyond his professional achievements, Craig is driven by a strong desire to serve others—both personally and professionally. His guiding principle is to reflect the love of God through his actions, always striving to help, encourage, and uplift those around him.

With a blend of technical expertise, executive insight, and a heart for service, Craig continues to lead with purpose and impact in every endeavor.”

- Craig Parks

Chasity Toles holds a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with a Minor in Anthropology from California State University, Dominguez Hills, and a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Southern California, where she also earned a certification in Gifted and Differentiated Education.

With a deep passion for supporting others, Chasity serves as a Senior Supervisor for adults with special needs, providing guidance, advocacy, and daily support. In addition, she works as a Community Events Coordinator and Liaison, collaborating with various nonprofits throughout Southern California to create meaningful outreach initiatives and foster lasting community partnerships.

When she's not working, Chasity is a devoted dog lover and unapologetic Netflix binge-watcher, always on the hunt for her next favorite series.

- Chasity Toles

Diana Benitez is the Board Secretary at Healing Los Angeles. She was born and raised in Pasadena, California. A survivor of mass shootings, Diana has overcome PTSD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol abuse. She is presently attending a school of ministry in Pasadena and serves as a leader for Kingdom Disciples International Ministry. Diana has a heart for serving those in need and for bringing hope to those struggling with trauma.