“Can the Tooth Fairy find me here?” James, age 6, was worried. He lost his first tooth while staying at The Cottage, Wayfinder’s shelter for children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect. James had come to The Cottage because his mother, who was struggling with drug addiction, neglected him….
Join us online for music, art, fitness, science, campfire, and fun! Youth Camp July 20th, 22nd, and 24th On Zoom (subject to change) Teen Camp July 27th, 29th, and 31st On Zoom (subject to change) Adult Camp August 12th and 14th On Zoom (subject to change) More details and registration information coming soon. Please email…
Wayfinder’s LIFE Institute offers instruction for teens and young adults who are blind or visually impaired. The program is ideal for youth who would benefit from foundational skills or advanced training in areas that lead to independent living and employment. The current program will run from July 6-31. Over the course of four weeks, students…
Hello Campers! Sneaks here, I hope everyone is safe and healthy at home right now with their families. I know so many in our big camp family have been wondering about Camp Bloomfield, and I’d like to share some details about Camp Bloomfield 2020. Just like everyone, I’ve been dreaming of sitting outside during sunny days,…
#WayfinderClassroom tip from our Special Education Principal: “We know that it can be challenging for families to prompt their children through a whole day of functional school activities, but just look for learning moments throughout the day: For example at meal time, use directional words and prepositions: “Put the straw in the cup” or “the cup…
These are challenging times for everyone. Did you know that with the added stress of COVID-19 restrictions, children may be at even greater risk of abuse and neglect? They need safe, loving homes. Now, more than ever. Please join us for an online orientation to find out how you can become a foster or adoptive…
Our Special Education School is physically closed due to the COVID-19 crisis but learning hasn’t stopped! Our amazing school staff immediately sprang into action to deploy a distance learning plan even before the closure! Check out this schedule of activities they put together and share with other families who may need activity ideas. (Special thanks to the Behavioral Interventions…
Last updated April 3, 2020 Dear Wayfinder Family Services Special Education School Families, I hope this letter finds you well. Since my last message (see below), we have all been adjusting the “new normal” of the Safer at Home order, social distancing and distance education. I want you to know that our commitment to our students remains steadfast, even in these challenging…
Last updated April 5, 2020 I hope that this finds you safe and healthy. These are challenging times and I want to stay in contact to ensure that you are up-to-date with all we are doing to keep your loved one healthy and safe as the COVID-19 crisis continues. As of today, no Wayfinder staff or…
Check this page frequently for Wayfinder’s latest updates related to COVID-19. Page last updated February 25, 2022 See our updated visitor policy here. Special Education School, Hatlen Center, Davidson Program for Independence and Transition Services These programs are back in-person, with a virtual option still available for all participants. Assistive Technology and Employment Services These programs…
