Organizations like the YW experience extensive barriers when trying to transition programs to accommodate the new virtual world we live in. From a lack of technology and gaps in training for the virtual landscape, it can feel impossible to support every woman, children and family that needs our support on the Niagara Region. However, we … Continue reading Supporting Niagara’s women in need virtually during a global pandemic
Stacy’s Journey: Overcoming Tragedy
Stacy’s story of hardship began at a very young age. While both of her parents struggled with substance abuse, Stacy was forced to enter the foster care system. At the age of 9, Stacy lost her father in a motor cycle accident. This was just the start of a tragic series of losses in her … Continue reading Stacy’s Journey: Overcoming Tragedy
How to support women in your life right now!
Now more than ever, we should not be tearing others down with words. We must encourage those around us to be better and spread positivity, this cannot be done without self-love. It is a difficult but necessary balance of supporting those around us and listen while still caring for ourselves. I hope that we promote … Continue reading How to support women in your life right now!
Hidden homelessness: We need to think about women and their families
The stereotypical image of a bundled women asleep on a sidewalk is what comes to mind for most Canadians, when homelessness is mentioned. However, that is not always the case, the reality is more varied and complex. With no roof over their heads and no door to lock safely behind them, women are at a … Continue reading Hidden homelessness: We need to think about women and their families
Thriving Through COVID-19: Balancing COVID-19 and Working from Home
As more and more Canadians have been switching over to the WFH lifestyle, you might find it hard to switch from being in an office space to your own living space. You may experience a lot more distractions and things that prevent you from being productive in a work setting. Fortunately, there are some tips … Continue reading Thriving Through COVID-19: Balancing COVID-19 and Working from Home
Meet Sarah: A look into homelessness in a pandemic
Sarah’s story is full of challenges, twists and turns, but she has never let any of that stop her from striving to be a better person. She first reached out to the YWCA Niagara Region in 2015 when she was faced with homelessness after leaving an abusive partner. She struggled with her mental and physical … Continue reading Meet Sarah: A look into homelessness in a pandemic
Thriving Through COVID-19: Parenting during a pandemic
During a global pandemic, even the most basic of routines completely changes – including how we cook at home. Cooking, at least for me, is therapeutic in uncertain times like these. It is up to us to keep ourselves and our children nourished and healthy during these times of uncertainty. Three Simple Recipes to Make … Continue reading Thriving Through COVID-19: Parenting during a pandemic
Thriving Through COVID-19: Surviving COVID-19 with the YWCA Niagara Region
It can be challenging to our new daily routines during a pandemic whether that means working from home or not working at all. From budgeting to ensuring a successful good night’s sleep, there are lots of tricks on how to cope with these significant changes in our lives from a pandemic. Here are four helpful … Continue reading Thriving Through COVID-19: Surviving COVID-19 with the YWCA Niagara Region
Women and COVID-19: Global Pandemics are Women’s Issues
When COVID-19 hit Canada like a hurricane, we all batten down the hatches and hoped for the best, unsure of how long the storm would last. Unfortunately, as a country, we didn’t originally consider how this unique experience would impact different groups of people – specifically, how it would impact women. Now we’re seeing COVID-19 … Continue reading Women and COVID-19: Global Pandemics are Women’s Issues
#thankyoumom – The Month of Motherhood Celebrations
Across the globe, May is a time to recognize and show appreciation for our mothers. It doesn’t matter the circumstance; I believe that every mom deserve to be recognized on Mother’s Day. I remember when my twin brother and I were young, and my dad would take us to the store and have us pick … Continue reading #thankyoumom – The Month of Motherhood Celebrations
Coldest Night of the Year in support of WNAH
Jessica never thought it could happen to her. She never imagined herself homeless… let alone homeless with two dependent children. But when Jessica fell on hard times, she found herself and her children, just 8 and 9 years old, in an emergency shelter. With only a year’s time to pick the pieces of her life … Continue reading Coldest Night of the Year in support of WNAH
Celebrate with me
I cannot believe I am finally here! It’s taken me just over 3 years, but I am officially taking over my own lease in April. I’d like to celebrate by telling you my story. Will you celebrate with me? I don’t want you to pity me because of what I’ve gone through so, instead, let’s … Continue reading Celebrate with me
Dear Feminist Me: Moving Through 2020 with a Feminist Lens
We’re already one month into 2020 and a lot of people have been working hard on their New Year’s resolutions. Some people are looking for eat healthier this year, or hit the gym at least three times a week. Here at the YW, New Year’s resolutions look a little different as our clients work to … Continue reading Dear Feminist Me: Moving Through 2020 with a Feminist Lens
Toby’s letter to you
December 2019 Hey there… Just so you know – I wasn’t scared when dad left. Because mom always takes care of us anyway. She’s the one who takes me to school every day, packs my lunches, and celebrates my birthdays. So it wasn’t a big deal… Okay, fine, maybe I was a little … Continue reading Toby’s letter to you
Susan
Susan is part of our off-site transitional housing program. The way this program works is that the client pays the rent to the YW, and we pay the landlord. It’s a program that comes with the support of a worker, who is there to help the clients with setting and reaching their goals. Landlords on … Continue reading Susan
Rotary Club of Grimsby
They welcome you as you enter the Coldest Night of the Year West Niagara walk-a-thon. They are the friendly faces you walk by during your 5 km walk in support of the most vulnerable in West Niagara. They fully embrace the event and the cause. The Rotary Club of Grimsby comes out to support the … Continue reading Rotary Club of Grimsby
