Rebuild Haven House Ground Breaking
Rebuild Haven House Ground Breaking Celebration Cambridge, ON- Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region (WCSWR) held a ground breaking ceremony today to celebrate the start of construction of Haven House, a 45-bed shelter for women and children who are victims of...
It All Starts with A Step
It All Starts With a Step by John Goodwin There are two types of change for a person, Involuntary and voluntary. Involuntary change happens when a change is made for you by other forces or a change by someone else affects you. These can be...
You Only Need a Heart Full of Grace
I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to play with the children at Anselma as a volunteer in the Child and Your Program. I have been blessed to have two wonderful careers after completing a teaching career. Playing with the children at Anselma meant the world...
GETTING SOME Zzz¦s
All parents know the effect a poor night's sleep can have on our kids. Lack of sleep can cause crankiness, problems with attention and learning and behavior issues. Here are a few tips to help your kids (and you) sleep better. Encourage exercise during...
United Way Day of Caring
United Way KW's Day of Caring is about making a difference with more than just dollars, explains event organizer Bobbie Oates, Manager, Marketing & Communications. It's about highlighting the importance of volunteerism as a way to create lasting change in our...
Community focus at the Boardwalk
The Boardwalk is regarded as the destination of choice on the west side of Kitchener-Waterloo, as the host of dozens of retailers, variety of dining options, extensive medical services, entertainment, and gathering space. Appreciated for its mix of unique...
Cybersecurity & Violence Against Women
When we think about cybersecurity, we often think of security from identity theft, fraud, phishing, or hackers who steal passwords and information. But cyber “ or online “ security has a broader meaning for victims of domestic and sexual violence and stalking....
Rebuild Haven House….She Deserves It
Diva International Inc. Sponsoring 6th Annual Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region Golf Fundraiser
Diva International Inc. believes in supporting women in times of need. In their mission to empower women with a better period care option, they created The DivaCup. Created by a mother-daughter team from Kitchener, Ontario, Diva International Inc. is happy to support...
Women’s Crisis Services Public Education Events
I recently had the opportunity to be a part of some very interesting public education presentations. This past year we received some funding from the Kitchener Waterloo Community Foundation to educate PSW's about Domestic Violence and how it relates to seniors. This...