NORTH BATTLEFORD — The jolly man himself, along with Mrs. Claus paid a special visit to the residents of Battlefords Residential Services Inc. (BRSI) at their annual Christmas party held Thursday, Dec. 14 at the Third Avenue United Church. Together with family and friends, staff and the board of directors from BRSI, everyone celebrated the joy of the season with a wonderful turkey dinner with all the fixings.
Of course, the highlight of the Christmas party was the special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus who brought many smiles and much joy and laughter to everyone there.
Yvonne Nyholt, on behalf of the board of directors, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the leadership team and the staff who care for and support all the individuals in their care. She also expressed her thanks to the families and guardians who support BRSI and to the rest of the board of directors for their commitment and time, ensuring that the individuals in their care are always at the forefront of everything Battlefords Residential Services Inc. does.
2023 BRSI Service Awards:
Five Years
Susette Sotito — Part-time at Kildeer Manor Varun Chako — Part-time at Yvonne's Home Lori Dela Cruz — Full-time at Kildeer Manor Annely Natan — Casual at Arlene Perkin Manor
Florida Uson — Casual at Arlene Perkin Manor and Laurentian House Arcelita Almogela — Full-time at Arlene Perkin Manor
Mary Ann Tupil — Full Time at Johanna's Home Sharon Taylor — Board Member
10 Years
Maria IsIa — Part-time at Johanna's Home
Rosalinda Constantino — Full-time at Arlene Perkin Manor Imelda Alcantara - Part-time at Laurentian House
15 Years
Julita Santos — Full-time at Yvonne's Home
Adijat Amusat — Full-time at Meadow Manor
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.
To find out more about Battlefords Residential Services Inc. please check out their Facebook Page if you would like more specific information about the programs and services offered, or are interested in donating BRSI to support its ongoing programming, please contact the main office at 306.446.8830.
