LAKE ELSINORE, Calif., Aug. 4, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Associa Equity Management and Realty Services, Associa Supports Kids (ASK), the City of Lake Elsinore, the City of Lake Elsinore Police Department and Shore Pointe Association partnered, for the fifth year, with National Night Out (NNO) to create safer communities across the country. On Tuesday, August 2, neighborhoods throughout Lake Elsinore were invited to celebrate the "33rd Annual National Night Out" along with thousands of communities nationwide.

The local crime and drug prevention event took place at Lake Point Park in Lake Elsinore from 5 – 9 p.m. Residents spent the evening outside with neighbors and enjoyed food, drinks and games along with local police and fire departments. Associa volunteers shared inspirational wristbands, Scout's Safety-Tips coloring books ChildPrint ID Kits and more.

"Equity Management, Shore Pointe Association and the City of Lake Elsinore are thrilled to be a part of this spectacular nationwide event," said Equity Management President Lisa Locke. "It has become a mainstay event in the city and our staff is happy to be involved with the planning and support each year."

NNO Project Coordinator Matt Peskin said, "This was a night for America to stand together to promote awareness, safety and neighborhood unity. National Night Out showcases the vital importance of police-community partnerships and citizen involvement in our fight to build a safer nation."
Associa Supports Kids is a value-added program for Associa community residents, designed to enhance the neighborhood community experience year-round. The program focuses on educating parents and kids about safety and fitness. For more information on both the safety and sports sponsorships programs, visit www.associasupportskids.org.

Building and managing successful communities for more than 37 years, Associa is the worldwide leader in community management with over 10,000 employees operating more than 180 branch offices in the United States, Mexico, Canada, the United Arab Emirates and South Africa. Based in Dallas, Texas, our industry expertise, financial strength and innovation meet the unique needs of clients across the world with customized services and solutions designed to help communities achieve their vision. To learn more about Associa and its charitable organization, Associa Cares, go to www.associaonline.com or www.associacares.com.

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