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Board of Directors
Pat Kocour
President
Steve Van Riper Vice President
Darci Tierney Secretary/Treasurer
Theresa Jozwiak Kara Minnihan Tom Hanafan
Eddie Holtz
Brent Dillinger CEO
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Special Thank You to Our Volunteers
Missouri Valley, Iowa
On behalf of Crossroads of Western Iowa, we would like to thank all our volunteers, staff and community members who pulled together in Missouri Valley Iowa to sandbag around the Crossroads building - in the heat and the rain! Without your hard work (and it was hard work) we could have never got it all done!
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State Special Olympics
Ames, Iowa
Congratulations to all of Crossroads athlete's! Everyone did such a great job at the Special Olympics this year, we are proud of you!
Good Luck to those who made it to Nationals!or use.
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Sioux Gateway Airport
LINKS, Onawa
Onawa LINKS groups traveled to the Sioux Gateway Airport in Sioux City Iowa for a tour of the 185th Fighter Wing of the Iowa National Guard.
They were given a walking tour and the guardsmen helped people into the fighter planes for a most interesting look inside the plane and a chance to sit in the pilots seat. ready for use.
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Desoto Bend Wildlife Refuge
LINKS, Onawa
Before the flood waters came, Onawa LINKS groups spent a day at the Desoto Bend Wildlife Refuge near Missouri Valley. A day of fresh air, sunshine, picnic lunch and games of Frisbee had everyone smiling.ready for use.
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CWI Olympics Postponed
Due to the impending flood crisis - the Crossroads of Western Iowa Olympics planned for Friday, June 17th has been postponed until further notice. At this point we will likely be looking at a fall date. The fun will happen... just at a later date!
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Crossroad's Wish List
Crossroads has come up with a "Wish list". This Wish list serves as another way to give, it consists of items that can be given as in kind donations. Check it out below under "Ways to Give"!
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NAMI Support Group
Council Bluffs, IA
NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) is a support group for those who has someone who lives with Mental Illness. This group will provide support, education and resources.
For the month of July the discussion group will be focused on family and friends.
DATE: July 7th, 2011
MEETING TIME: 6-7 p.m.
MEETING PLACE: 535 W. Broadway, Heartland Properties, 1st floor conference room
Refreshments provided.
Sponsored by Alegent Health and Crossroads of Western Iowa
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Iowa West Foundation Awards $30,000 to Crossroads for Lift Vans
Council Bluffs, Iowa
Crossroads of Western Iowa has received a $30,000 grant from the Iowa West Foundation for new lift vans. These vans will provide transportation for individuals in wheelchairs and/or those with limited mobility to gain access to their community.
Brent Dillinger, CEO, states "We are extremely thankful for the generous support we have received. These vital funds will go a long way to enhance the lives of the many individuals we serve while creating greater opportunities to access their community."
By increasing the number of lift vans accessible to the individuals we serve, Crossroads will be able to improve overall well-being of individuals by enhancing their sense of community. In one year Crossroads will be able to decrease the barriers that exist due to transportation and increase the level of community involvement. By having an additional lift van Crossroads will be able to continue to empower individuals to overcome the everyday restrictions they experience throughout the community and in their own lives.
The Iowa West Foundation announced nearly$2.8 million in grants for the first quarter. Their mission is to improve lives and strengthen communities for today and future generations. They do this by providing leadership, creating partnerships, leveraging resources and serving as a catalyst in identifying and supporting community needs.
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Kim Coffelt
Council Bluffs, Residential Coordinator
Kim is a great asset to Crossroads of Western Iowa. Those who work with her see her as someone that is compassionate, caring and willing to go the extra mile to do what is needed for her clients and staff.
She is a great team player and is always there to help or pick up the pieces and finish the job. Kim always looks out for others. She builds relationships with people, parents and other companies that cannot be broken. |
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Theresa Erixson
Missouri Valley, LINKS Coordinator
Theresa is amazing with the consumers, they all love her. She is always helping out whenever she is needed. She always has a positive attitude and you can tell she truly cares about the consumers and the work she does.
Theresa is always there to help her co-workers, no matter what the task. She cares deeply about the clients and their concerns. She learns how to best work with each client and it shows. She ensures the clients receive the best care and have a good experience at Crossroads. |
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Miriam Pratt
Onawa, Secretary
As far as secretaries go, Miriam is the best. She knows when, where, why and who at any given time about staff or consumers.
If you have a question, Miriam is the right hand for the Director in Onawa. She is always willing to take on multiple tasks to help out.
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New LINKS Career Program
The Career Program is designed to provide individualized services to each participant assisting them in preparation for community employment.
Program Highlights: Interest Profiler - Assessment Career exploration Job shadowing Developing resumes Completing applications Interview preparation Budgeting development Hygiene skill development Identification of work behaviors Low client-to-staff ratio Qualified staff with ongoing training For more information on the LINKS Career program call 712.328.1930 or e-mail Amy Ebsen at amy.ebsen@cwiowa.org |
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New Repsite Program CONNECT
Starting in the Spring of 2011, Crossroads will offer group respite services. The services will be offered at 1529 9th Ave, Council Bluffs. The program is designed to give care givers personal time. Program Details: This service will be available on weekday evenings, Friday and Saturday. Monday - Thursday 4:00p.m.-10:00p.m. Friday 4:00p.m.-11:00p.m. Saturday 11:00p.m.-11:00p.m. Activities Offered: A monthly calendar of events and activities will be published a month in advance so individuals will be able to select the activities in which they want to participate. - Sporting events
- Concerts
- Movie night
- Wii & Computer
- Crafts
Admission Criteria: - Funded by an outside source (arranged by your case manager or private pay)
- Follow safety rules of Crossroads
- Designed to support individuals 16 years of age or older (some exceptions may apply)
- Must not be harmful to others
- Must have a diagnosed disability
- Cannot be a current user of drugs or alcohol
For more information on the CONNECT program call 712.328.1930 or e-mail Amy Ebsen at amy.ebsen@cwiowa.org |
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The Crossroads' Heroes Program is designed to honor achievements, such as setting an attaining a goal by a Crossroads consumer, participating in community outreach, or an example of exceptional care for others through service, dedication by a consumer, family member, staff member or volunteer. Birthdays, anniversaries or personal milestones can be a perfect time to acknowledge those who make a difference in the inspirational experiences found at Crossroads.
E-mail nicole.steier@cwiowa.org to find out more or click here to download the brochure. |
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Wish List
The following is a list of needs for our day and residential programs. Making a gift by donating the funds to purchase one of these items is very easy
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Choose the item(s) that you wish to designate your gift toward -
Mail a note indicating your choices and payment to Crossroads of Western Iowa, c/o Nicole Steier, 535 W Broadway Suite 201, Council Bluffs, IA 51503 -
Or Donate Online
LIST OF NEEDS
1. Curriculum that teaches social and life skills. Cost:$1,000
2. Hard drive to connect large screen TV to the Internet. This would be used to access teaching tools available on the Internet. Cost:$1,000
3. Video Projector to use for accessing teaching tools on computer and Internet. Cost:$1,000
4.Camcorder for LINKS. Cost:$700
5.Digital Camera for use by individuals served. Cost:$500
6.Printer for pictures taken by consumers. Cost:$300
7. DVD recorder for a computer. Cost:$200
8. Cable hook up to view global events and news items. Cost:$200 hook up and monthly charge
9. Accessibility items for easier use of computers for individuals served - buttons, switches to attach to electronic items for easy on and off. Cost:$1,100
10. Woodworking equipment
11. Puzzles for different levels and abilities
12. Adaptive forks, spoons, bowls and plates
13. Bocce Ball court |
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Our core values include respect for every individual, basic Christian principles, constant improvements, honesty, ethics, and financial responsibility along with teamwork. All values are reflected in every aspect of our business model.
Sincerely,
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Nicole Steier
Crossroads of Western Iowa |
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