GOALS

For many parents, understanding a doctor’s instructions is essential — especially when a child is too young to explain how they feel. One young mother enrolled in the Greater Orange Area Literacy Services (GOALS) English as a Second Language (ESL) program because she wanted to communicate confidently with her child’s pediatrician.

Through hard work and the support of GOALS instructors, her English has improved, and she now feels more comfortable speaking with medical staff. What once felt overwhelming and stressful has become manageable, empowering her to better advocate for her child’s health and well-being.

Thanks to United Way of Orange County support, GOALS continues helping families break language barriers and build confidence in everyday life.
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GOALS will open at 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 4, 2025

As of today, the GOALS office will be closing at 1 p.m. and will maintain this schedule for the rest of the week. Normal hours will resume next Monday.

Thank you United Way of Orange County and Conrad Shipping for the opportunity to share about GOALS today. Without funding through United Way Grants, we could not reach the people who are needing a hand up. Thank you for giving to United Way of Orange County!