Murray Wood: The most important documents in your house probably aren't the ones you think of first
As Murray Wood explains, the most important pieces of paper in our lives are often buried in a drawer or a box in a clos...
Regina families with children under 12 who need short-term emergency care could receive some help from the provincial government.
The Government of Saskatchewan said it is partnering with Thomas Circle of Care to open a new community respite program in Regina. The province is contributing $795,000 to expand those services in the Queen City.
Read more:
- Advocates question Saskatchewan’s plan for involuntary addiction treatment
- Weather impacting cost of groceries more than tariffs, expert says
- Sask. NDP demands answers as province approves additional $1 billion in spending
“Community respite programs provide essential support for families during difficult times,” Social Services Minister Terry Jenson said in a statement.
“By working with Thomas Circle of Care, we are putting children first by ensuring they remain safe and secure while their families receive the supports they need to overcome challenges.”
Thomas Circle of Care will operate the program, which the government said will “offer families a safe and nurturing environment for children while they address urgent challenges, reducing risk and supporting long-term stability.”
“We are proud to be part of a community that comes together to lift one another up,” Thomas Circle of Care executive director Lyle Meena said in a statement. “We are grateful for the opportunity to provide a service that helps families find stability, strength, and hope.”
The provincial government said it expects the new program will open in January.
The government said the respite home will “provide short-term care and connect families to community resources, with ongoing outreach to promote success beyond the immediate crisis.”
According to the province, families can self-refer for the program, or can be referred by the Ministry of Social Services, community organizations or Mobile Crisis Services.
Thomas Circle of Care was selected through a competitive request for proposal process, the province noted.
