Nicholle Haupt   Biography: Nicholle Haupt and her sister Michelle, serve with Wycliffe Bible Translators in Tanzania. They have been a part of the Westview family since the fall of 1998 and consider Westview their church home. After taking Perspectives on the World Christian Movement class in 2004, God began to work in both of their […]

Michelle Haupt   Biography: Michelle Haupt and her sister, Nicholle, serve with Wycliffe Bible Translators in Tanzania. They have been a part of the Westview family since the fall of 1998 and consider Westview their church home. After taking Perspectives on the World Christian Movement class in 2004, God began to work in both of their […]

FAMILY RESOURCES   Click on each green title for more information/websites   Big Brothers/Big Sisters: Provides an adult mentor for children (USD 383 students, ages 6-17) Manhattan: 785.776.9575 Junction City: 785.238.1650 Boys and Girls Club: Programming for children (kindergarten-18 years) focused on character, education, leadership, life skills, etc.  Manhattan: 785.539.1947 Junction City: 785.717.6578 Douglass Community Recreation Center: Free […]

ELDER CARE RESOURCES   Click on each green title for more information/websites   Adult Protective Services: Responds to reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation of adults 800.922.5330 Area Agency on Aging: Meals on Wheels program; assistance for seniors, caregivers, and those with physical disabilities. 785.776.9294 Assisted Living Resources: discusses paying for assisted living and eligibility requirements. It […]

Shelley Chapman   Biography: Shelley’s focus is on two main areas—theological education for Africa and leadership development for African women.   Theological education has been called the “hope of Africa.” It can provide a bright light to guide through the maze of African Traditional Religion (ATR), syncretism (mixing up ATR with Christianity), Christian-Muslim relations, and […]

ABUSE PROGRAMS Click on each green title for websites   The Crisis Center: Safe House and 24 hour hotline/shelter serving victims of domestic and sexual assault in Clay, Geary, Marshall, Pottawatomie, and Riley Counties. Telephone: 800.727.2785 Manhattan: 785.539.2785 Junction City: 785.762.8835 Kansas Children’s Service League: Adoption services, family support services, child abuse prevention, early childhood education, foster […]

CLOTHING   Please click on the highlighted programs for more information/direct websites.   Emergency Shelter: Shelter, food, and clothing for the homeless. Education classes and referrals. 785.537.3113 Encore Shop: Visit the shop or donate items Monday through Friday, 1-4pm. USD383 Fit Closet & Clothing Exchange: Providing many of the necessary essentials (e.g., school supplies, shoes, clothing, coats, toiletries, […]

MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCES   SOLDIER SERVICES Army Confidential Alcohol Treatment and Education Program: To allow self-referrals to the Clinical Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) and promote earlier identification of the Soldiers with alcohol problems. Army Substance Abuse Program (ASAP): To strengthen the overall fitness and effectiveness of the Army’s workforce, to conserve manpower and enhance the combat […]

SHELTER   Area Agency on Aging: Agency staff provide single point of entry for adults, caregivers, and seniors to receive comprehensive counsel on community based supports, options, and services.   Manhattan Emergency Shelter: MESI provides a unique service in Riley County, as it is the only emergency shelter available to homeless men, women and families. In addition, […]

FOOD AT WESTVIEW: HARVESTERS: The first Friday of every month Westview host Harvesters Mobile Food Pantry. Distribution begins at 10am and ends at 11am.   FEDERAL/STATE PROGRAMS: SNAP: Provides supplemental income for purchasing food. WIC: Provides food assistance for Women/Infants/Children. USDA Food Commodity Program: The Commodity Supplemental Food Programs is a Federally funded program, which works to improve […]