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The Jolly Man himself, along with Mrs. Claus, paid a special visit to the residents of Battlefords Residential Services Inc. at their annual Christmas party held on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at the Third Avenue United Church. Together with family and friends, staff and board members, everyone celebrated the joy of the season with a wonderful turkey dinner with 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 our 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 11 individuals and a day program (BRIDGE) for 11 individuals.
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.
Board Chairperson Yvonne Nyholt, on behalf of the board of directors, expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the leadership team and the incredible staff who care for and support all the individuals in their care, helping them live their best life possible. 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 their individuals are always at the forefront of everything Battlefords Residential Services Inc. does.
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 making a donation to BRSI to support its ongoing programming, please contact the main office at 306-446-8830.
