I got to have my water exercise in the morning…its better than a cup of
coffee. --Mary Valesquez
New Mommy & Me & Daddy Too!
Introduce your little one to the pool and learn some safe swimming techniques. Check out our
children's swim lessons under programs for more information!
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Our Mission
The mission of California Pools of Hope is to promote wellness and improve
the quality of life for individuals with health needs in an accessible, warm-water
aquatic facility.
For many disabled children, adults and the elderly, hope is spelled "C P H"
California Pools of Hope. CPH is dedicated to promoting wellness and improving the
quality of life to the underserved that include the disabled, injured, elderly, and
children/youth.
Our History
California Pools of Hope, Inc. history began in 1956 with the support of the
community, a dedicated civic leader (Evelyn duPont) and a small backyard pool.
Ms. duPont had developed polio as an adult and was rehabilitating through
aquatic therapy. Her rehabilitation inspired her to open her pool to provide
free swim lessons to children with disabilities.
In 1963, the organization was incorporated and purchased an outdoor pool facility
located at 6801 Long Beach Boulevard, in Long Beach, CA. In 1977, a major
renovation was completed to enclose the facility allowing for year-round usage.
The not for profit corporation later became the California Pools for the Handicapped
and in 1996, the California Pools of Hope, Inc. (CPH).