http://www.waypointservices.org This is the news feed for waypointservices.org. In December, Waypoint staff and 234 volunteers distributed gifts to the 500 parents of almost 1,500 children. Over the course of two days, I had the opportunity to visit with many of the women who came to find gifts for their children. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20120103/80/A-Holiday-Reflection-from-Liz-Hoskins-Waypoint-Executive-Director.aspx Waypoint Services Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:28:00 GMT “I’ve never been one to ask for help,” Julie says. “Waypoint has been my biggest supporter. They got me a new place and a person to call and talk to when I need it most.” http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20111101/78/DV-Victim-Begins-New-Life-with-Housing-Assistance-and-Someone-to-Listen.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 03 Nov 2011 11:08:00 GMT The YWCA was established in 1894 in Cedar Rapids as a response to the needs of women. That year a lodging house was secured as a temporary shelter for women and girls who came to the city. Seventeen years later, the organization’s supporters raised $ http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20111031/79/A-Celebration-of-Traditions-Old-and-New.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:43:00 GMT On Thursday, October 6, 2011 Waypoint presented their annual Kirkwood Community College Scholarship Award at the Tribute to Women of Achievement event. This year's award winner was Joanna Green. Read Joanna's story in her own words below... http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20111018/77/Joanna-Greens-Story.aspx Waypoint Services Tue, 18 Oct 2011 08:24:00 GMT Joanna has overcome tremendous obstacles as she has moved steadily toward her goal of completing her education in order to become a teacher or school therapist. Waypoint is proud to have presented Joanna with a $1,350 scholarship to Kirkwood Communit http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20111018/76/2011-2012-WAYPOINT-TRIBUTE-TO-WOMEN-SCHOLARSHIP-AWARD-WINNER-Joanna-Green.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:41:00 GMT Waypoint hosted its 30th annual Tribute to Women of Achievement event at the Cedar Rapids Marriott on Thursday, October 6th. Lileah Harris received the 2011 Pillar of the Community Award, an award given when there is one honoree whose accomplishment http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20111007/74/Thirty-Two-Honored-at-Waypoint-30th-Annual-Tribute-to-Women-of-Achievement-Event.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:42:00 GMT Join us to celebrate the accomplishments of amazing women in our community on Thursday, October 6, 2011. Proceeds from the event will benefit families served at Waypoint who are homeless, living in poverty of victims of domestic violence and sexual http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110901/64/Lileah-Harris-Named-Pillar-of-the-Community-for-Tribute-to-Women-Event-31-Women-will-be-Honored.aspx Waypoint Services Fri, 07 Oct 2011 11:55:00 GMT Executive Director Update http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110729/73/New-Shelter-Model-More-Options-and-Support-for-Victims.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:41:00 GMT An easy-to-implement way to make your social gathering an event that will help support the mission of Waypoint. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110707/72/Host-a-Party-With-A-Purpose.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:16:00 GMT This year Nyemaster began sponsoring a $500 Waypoint scholarship to be awarded annually to a Waypoint client to assist her in obtaining an education that will help her move forward in life. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110707/71/Donor-Spotlight-Nyemaster-Goode-P-C.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:10:00 GMT Waypoint is proud to announce that the Waypoint Kirkwood Kids Child Development Center will be providing school age child care for children of College Community School District for the 2011 – 2012 school year. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110707/70/Kirkwood-Kids-To-Offer-School-Age-Program-This-Fall.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:40:00 GMT Volunteers Needed: Thursday, August 11 from 3:30 p.m.—7:00 p.m. Friday, August 12 from 9:30 a.m.—1 p.m. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110707/68/Volunteers-Needed-for-Back-2-School-Distribution.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:34:00 GMT Waypoint is now offering a free, drop-in child care service to families who are living at the Madge Phillips Center Shelter or who are receiving support from its Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Program. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110707/67/New-Drop-In-Child-Care-Service-Is-Helping-Moms.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:28:00 GMT Amy and her five year old son Jack called the Waypoint 24/7 Crisis and Information Line for help. Amy was connected with a Waypoint advocate, support groups, and short-term housing assistance. “My Waypoint counselor has supported me and been an adv http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110707/66/Waypoint-helps-mother-find-pathway-out-of-domestic-abuse.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:25:00 GMT Are you ready to take a stand to help prevent violence? http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110523/47/It-is-time-for-MORE-men-to-take-a-stand.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:23:00 GMT Training for volunteer advocates will be held May 9 - 13th from 5 - 9 p.m. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110408/63/Volunteer-Domestic-Violence-and-Sexual-Assault-Advocates-Needed.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 23 May 2011 12:35:00 GMT Rita Robinson: “If people would open up their hearts and listen, they can give someone something that’s going to get them back on their feet. I thank God for an agency like Waypoint that will say, ‘I won’t turn you away, and I will treat you with dig http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110215/62/Waypoint-Daytime-Resource-Program-Helps-Couple-Avoid-Homelessness.aspx Waypoint Services Tue, 15 Feb 2011 09:58:00 GMT The outcome of a case of a rape victim who was wearing jeans the night of the assault... http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110214/61/The-History-of-Denim-Day.aspx Waypoint Services Fri, 18 Feb 2011 08:33:00 GMT Make a statement. Take a stand. Wear denim. Join Waypoint on April 21, 2011 to promote awareness about sexual violence. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110214/60/Denim-Day-Thursday-April-21-2011.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 14 Feb 2011 13:39:00 GMT Waypoint will offer full-time summer care for school age children who have completed Kindergarten through fifth grades... http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110214/59/Enrollment-Begins-for-Waypoint-School-Age-Summer-Adventure-Day-Camp.aspx Waypoint Services Fri, 08 Apr 2011 11:25:00 GMT Jennifer's Story http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20110214/58/Sexual-Assault-Victim-Finds-Hope-and-Healing-through-Waypoint-s-Support-Services.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:23:00 GMT It has come to the attention of Waypoint that an unauthorized page has been created for Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families. This is not an official Waypoint page and Waypoint in no way supports it. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101229/55/Unauthorized-Waypoint-Page-Online.aspx Waypoint Services Tue, 04 Jan 2011 12:17:00 GMT We need your help. Waypoint is currently $25,000 under its contributions goal for year-end giving. Please help us continue to be a resource and a place to turn for these families in our community who are struggling every day. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101227/54/Waypoint-Falling-Behind-on-Contributions-Goal.aspx Waypoint Services Tue, 04 Jan 2011 12:19:00 GMT With the generous support of the community, Waypoint was able to make the holiday season special to families in need. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101227/53/Over-1-475-Women-and-Children-Receive-Gifts-from-Waypoint-Wonderland-Gift-Gala.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 23 May 2011 12:36:00 GMT New Waypoint Executive Director Update http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101104/52/Rise-in-Poverty-Rise-in-Demand-for-Services.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:23:00 GMT Tiffany, a single mother of two and current guest at the Waypoint Madge Phillips Center Shelter, says, “we were getting by just a few months ago…not sinking, not swimming…just floating.” As a fulltime employee as a restaurant manager and a student at http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101103/51/Not-Sinking-Not-Swimming-Just-Floating-Tiffany-Current-Madge-Phillips-Center-Shelter-Guest.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:59:00 GMT The Waypoint Wonderland Open House and Gift Gala is a celebration that provides holiday gifts, food, and toiletries to families served at Waypoint. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101020/50/This-Holiday-Season-Help-Families-in-Need.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 27 Dec 2010 12:24:00 GMT Take a Stand. Refuse to Abuse. Dare to Lead. Don't be a bystander. Challenge the signs of violence you witness. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101018/46/October-is-National-Domestic-Violence-Awareness-Month.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 01 Nov 2010 08:30:00 GMT Health Alliance, a leading health insurer in Iowa and Illinois, recently donated more than $4,000 to assist Waypoint Services for Women, Children and Families in its mission of serving those in need in east-central Iowa. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101011/49/HEALTH-ALLIANCE-SELECTS-WAYPOINT-FOR-PARTNERSHIP-TO-SUPPORT-FAMILIES-IN-NEED.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 20 Oct 2010 07:24:00 GMT Thirty women were honored at the annual Waypoint Tribute to Women of Achievement event and Diane Ramsey was named the 2010 Pillar of the Community. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20101007/48/30-Honored-at-Annual-Waypoint-Tribute-to-Women-of-Achievement-Event.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:40:00 GMT Stuff a backpack with back to school supplies for Waypoint families in need. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100625/45/Back-2-School-Donation-Drive.aspx Waypoint Services Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:03:00 GMT Lisa has shown a lot of strength and tenacity through the years, working through many obstacles that have been thrown at her... http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100623/44/Strength-Tenacity-and-Waypoint-Lisas-Journey.aspx Waypoint Services Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:31:00 GMT Amelia has learned early of the value of giving to others. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100623/43/Donor-Spotlight-Amelia-Greif-age-5.aspx Waypoint Services Fri, 25 Jun 2010 08:33:00 GMT MORE - Men Organized for Relationship Equality http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100623/42/Time-for-MORE-Men-to-Take-a-Stand.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:15:00 GMT Free preschool is available for ANY family at Uptown Kids. Read more... http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100623/41/Free-Preschool-Openings.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:51:00 GMT Governor Chet Culver and First Lady Mari Culver visit the Uptown Kids Rainbow Room class. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100609/40/Governor-Culver-and-First-Lady-Mari-Culver-Visit-Waypoint.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:06:00 GMT Waypoint is proud to host our 29th Annual Waypoint Tribute to Women of Achievement. Learn how you can participate in this year's event... http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100608/39/Waypoint-Tribute-to-Women-of-Achievement.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 18 Oct 2010 08:52:00 GMT On Saturday, June 5th, 60 school age children who receive services at Waypoint will receive new bicycles, helmets and locks donated by Variety – The Children’s Charity! http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100602/38/60-Waypoint-Children-To-Receive-New-Bikes.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:04:00 GMT Why does Waypoint Promote a Denim Day? It happened again. A rapist was recently acquitted in Australia because a jury decided that her "skinny jeans" were too tight for him to get off without her help. It simply SHOULD NOT matter what she was wear http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100513/37/In-World-News.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 23 Jun 2010 14:07:00 GMT Iowa’s Quality Rating System (QRS), a voluntary child care quality rating system offered by the State of Iowa through the Department of Human Services, has awarded the Waypoint Uptown Kids Child Development Center a Level Four quality rating. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100423/36/The-Waypoint-Uptown-Kids-Child-Development-Center-Receives-Level-4-Rating-by-the-State-of-Iowa.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 02 Jun 2010 07:24:00 GMT Waypoint is projecting a $50,000 shortfall in annual contributions for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010. We need your help. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100422/35/We-are-reaching-out-to-you-for-help.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:19:00 GMT Waypoint will offer full-time summer care for school age children who have completed Kindergarten through fifth grades. Register today! http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100422/34/Now-Accepting-Registrations-for-Waypoints-School-Age-Summer-Adventure-Day-Camp.aspx Waypoint Services Wed, 02 Jun 2010 07:25:00 GMT A guest column “Take initiative on preventing domestic violence, sexual assault” by Waypoint Board President, Clayton Parks, was featured in the Tuesday, April 6, 2010 Gazette edition. Click the link to read… http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100406/33/Waypoint-Board-President-Featured-For-A-Guest-Column-In-04-06-10-Gazette.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:00:00 GMT In observance of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month the Metro High School Women's Issues class created a symbolic and healing denim quilt. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100406/32/Denim-Quilt-On-Display-to-Raise-Awareness-About-Sexual-Violence.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 03 May 2010 09:25:00 GMT Last August, Waypoint began a journey... http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100311/31/Agency-Update.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:22:00 GMT Deborah's Story http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100311/30/Discovering-a-New-Life-With-the-Help-of-Waypoint.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 11 Mar 2010 11:15:00 GMT The Waypoint Madge Phillips Center Shelter and Daytime Resource Program rely 100% on community donations to provide food and toiletries to families in need. The shelves are running low and we need your support to help us help those living in poverty http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100128/29/Shelter-Supplies-Running-Low.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:01:00 GMT Posted December 30, 2009 by Liz Hoskins, Waypoint Executive Director http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20100112/27/Executive-Director-Update.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:01:00 GMT Thanks to community support, the holiday is brighter for families served at Waypoint. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20091222/25/1-050-Children-Receive-Gifts-from-Waypoint-Wonderland-Gift-Gala.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:02:00 GMT Free training scheduled in January and February 2010 http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20091112/21/Waypoint-Seeks-Volunteer-Victim-Advocates.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 22 Apr 2010 08:02:00 GMT Program is open in newly renovated space in lower level of the Waypoint Madge Phillips Center. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20091112/20/Waypoint-Daytime-Resource-Program-is-Now-Open.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:53:00 GMT Carroll Reasoner Named "2009 Pillar of the Community" http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20090924/13/Waypoint-Tribute-to-Women-event-Honors-39-Outstanding-Women.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:50:00 GMT It is hard be believe that it has been six weeks since the Flood of 2008 changed the face of Cedar Rapids. The flood has impacted so many lives in so many ways. So many people – families and business owners who lost their homes and businesses, our ci http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20080801/16/Waypoint-Flood-Recovery-Update.aspx Waypoint Services Mon, 13 Jun 2011 08:55:00 GMT Support groups provide a foundation for healing and offer women and children a place to learn they are not alone. All groups offered by Waypoint meet at the main Waypoint building at 318 5th Street SE and are open to new participants at anytime. http://www.waypointservices.org/News/20080608/18/Weekly-Support-Groups-Offered-at-Waypoint.aspx Waypoint Services Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:00:00 GMT