ASSINIBOIA — Teamwork makes the dream work. That is the message behind the support given to fundraising efforts for the Ross Payant Nursing Home Patio Project, construction set for spring 2025.
“The Ross Payant Nursing Home Front Patio Project was re-ignited in the fall of 2023 with the formation of a committee comprised of SHA staff, families (both past and present) and friends of the facility,” Carli Fjeldberg says.
“Since our March 2024 fundraiser, it seemed our phone rang off the hook from those hoping to support the project by way of donation. While our sights were set high with a goal of $140 000 to support the build, we continued to marvel all year at the ongoing determination and generosity from our community to help us reach this target.”
Organizers of the fundraiser say they are excited to announce they have reached their goal and have confirmed with Crossroads Carpentry that they will take on the project. Plans are to break ground once the ground thaws.
Fjeldberg says the committee, staff, friends, family, residents and all involved are excited for what is to come. They are grateful for the support from all avenues, whether contributions were large or small, it all complied to make this initiative come to fruition.
“While it is our hope to memorialize the donations we received on a custom placard near the patio, we do hope to extend our thanks to RPNH family, staff, residents, ladies auxiliary for LTC homes, businesses both local and surrounding as well as both local and surrounding community members.”
Donations will be still be accepted as it is hoped that any additional funding received will help with purchases of furniture, décor, plants and trees or any unforeseen expenses and maintenance that may come up. Donors can direct their cheques to the Ladies Auxiliary for LTC Homes ensuring to note it’s for the RPNH patio project.
