NORTH BATTLEFORD — Battlefords Residential Services Inc. (BRSI) held their annual Christmas party Dec. 19 at Living Faith Chapel.
Together with family and friends, staff and the board of directors from BRSI, everyone celebrated the festive season with a turkey dinner and all the fixings.
Battlefords Residential Services Inc. is a non-profit community-based organization and a Canada Revenue Agency Registered Charity that provides residential, day programming and supported living services to individuals in the community who have intellectual disabilities. BRSI provides these services through the operation of six residential group homes, providing care for 35 individuals, Supported Living Program for up to 15 individuals and a day program (BRIDGE) for nine individuals.
This year, participants were entertained by Cash Country. Of course, the highlight of the Christmas party was the special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus with the addition of two spunky little elves!
Pat Hancock, on behalf of the board of directors, expressed her appreciation to the leadership team and the staff who care for and support all the individuals in their care.
A big thanks going out to the Living Faith Church for supplying the facility, Cash Country for the entertainment and Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Elves for their visit and smiles.
2024 BRSI Service Awards
10 Years
Harpreet Ghataura — TFT at Kildeer Manor Grace Baraoidan — TFT at Meadow Manor Carolyn Monette — board member
15 years
Pat Hancock — board member 20 years
Sylvia Peterson — program co-ordinator
30 Years
Sheryl Herle — Manager Arlene Perkin Tracy Clarke — part-time Johannas Home
Andrew Horacki — full-time Meadow Manor
40 Years
Yvonne Nyholt — board member
To find out more about Battlefords Residential Services Inc. please check out their Facebook Page or if you would like more specific information about the programs and services offered or are interested in donating to BRSI to support its ongoing programming, please contact the main office at 306-446-8830.