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	A DIFFICULT LOSS...
		It is with great sadness that we announce the loss of a very special member of the New Directions family. Margaret "Maggie" Zaas died on Monday, April 10th, 2006. There are certain people in this world who leave an indelible mark on the hearts and souls of those around them. Maggie Zaas was one of those people. Though she is no longer with us, her spirit and her energy have forever changed New Directions and the lives of all the residents and staff who knew her. Maggie passionately dedicated the last 15 years of her life to this organization and the veterans we serve. Her legacy will live on here forever in our hearts and minds. She is woven into the fabric of our history. We will miss her but consider ourselves extremely fortunate to have shared in her life and her dreams. May she rest in sweet, sweet peace.

	On Thursday, April 13th, New Directions was honored to host Senator Barbara Boxer as our guest for a tour of the award-winning Regional Opportunity Center facility. The Senator was treated to a performance by the New Directions Choir which she followed up with a heartfelt press conference on her longstanding fight for veteran funding. News agencies covering her visit included NBC-4, Fox-11 and KPCC 89.3. New Directions is honored to partner with Senator Boxer in providing services to the homeless veterans that have fought for our freedom. Thank you Senator Boxer!!



	New Directions' SpringBoard is holding a Gospel Brunch on Saturday, April 15th at 11:00 a.m. Come on out and enjoy a special tour of the award-winning Regional Opportunity Center facility and then a hearty brunch at the Veterans Village Diner with a performance from the award-winning New Directions Choir. Don't miss out! For more information, please contact Achee Stevenson at (310) 914-4045.
	The New Directions' Women's Program is hosting their 2nd Annual Jazz BBQ on Saturday, April 29th at 12:00 p.m. This is an event you don't want to miss! There will be mouth-watering BBQ served throughout the day, along with smooth jazz and original poetry from the residents & staff. Don't miss out! For more information, please contact Cherlyn Martin at (310) 398-0191.