There is a need to help the less fortunate and underprivileged in Georgia. We believe that taking a proactive approach by providing the tools and knowledge to young people transitioning out of foster care, those transitioning from military to civilian life, and the underprivileged, will help prevent homelessness and drug addiction.
We at Waylight Center sincerely believe that our programs will serve people well in the local community and change lives. Given the opportunity, many people in difficult circumstances have risen above those situations. They are now an integral part of their communities, workplaces, families, and churches.
The founders of this organization have dedicated their time to education, training, and finding resources to make the Waylight Center a success. The knowledge that they acquired now makes Waylight Center their top priority in helping the less fortunate by providing education and referral resources that will preserve the joy, value, and health of the community.
Kathy Boykin -Director
Kathy Boykin is the Director of the Waylight Center. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Ministry Theology and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Biblical Counseling. Mrs. Boykin is a member in good standing of the Unconditional Grace Ministerial Association, holding active credentialing as a Licensed Minister and Resident of Christian Counseling.
Mrs. Boykin has always had a heart for children. She is a mother and grandmother. She first recognized the need for life skills education, life-health coaching, and faith-based counseling when seeing some of her grandchildren’s friends transition out of foster care without the skills to live independently.
Throughout her life, Mrs. Boykin has held management positions in which she trained and encouraged others to recognize and to reach their full potential. She has over thirty years in management experience. She brings her skills and experience to Waylight to ensure its success.
Patricia Batchelor – Director of Life/Health Programs
Patricia Batchelor is a Certified Life Coach and a Certified Life Coach. Her education focused on a holistic view of health with an emphasis on functional nutrition.
Patricia has owned and managed her own health and wellness company for over seven years. Additionally, she has studied various coaching and healing modalities. She brings that knowledge and experience to the Waylight Center. Her goal is to light the path to a brighter future for as many people as possible.
Mason Jones – Director of Life Skills Education
Mason Jones is the Director of our Life Skills Education Program. Mason is an Army Veteran. Before entering the Army, Mason worked as an automotive technician, took flight lessons, and trained as a welder. During his military career, Mason earned several merit awards. He was acting shop foreman, and electronics maintenance shop manager. He trained, supervised and led various teams.
Mason was a recruiter for several years. He was also acting Station Commander for approximately a year. As a recruiter, Mason sometimes found it necessary to train recruits in various life skills. After Mason left the military, he started working for a railroad. Now, he often finds himself training new personnel.
Mason brings his leadership, management abilities, and training skills to the Waylight Center to help light the path to success for others.