Dec. 9, residents, staff and board members came together for the annual Battlefords Residential Services Inc. client Christmas Party and long term service recognition.
The following BRSI staff and board members were recognized for their service to BRSI.
Five years: staff, Millie Butler, Alfred Tinio, Michelle Olipas, Brian Bongosia, Rolando Pelayo and Nerita Lopez; board, Jim Walls.
Ten years: staff, Lillian Pooyak; board, Shelly Leite.
Fifteen years: staff, Hnatasha Danyluk and Debbie Heit.
Thirty years: staff, Deborah Bartlet; board, Yvonne Nyholt.
Elks Support BRSI
The North Battleford Elks Lodge No. 369 have presented BRSI with a $1,000 donation in support of their programs and services.
BRSI provides support for individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities through the operation of six homes, a day program and supported living program.
BRSI has been the recipient of many financial gifts from the Elks since 2012 including a large financial donation that went to the purchase of a wheelchair accessible minivan, along with a personal donation from Zonie Krawchuck in memory of his late wife, Joyce.
