Is there anything more amazing than a grandparent who has made the commitment to raise their grandchildren? Living on the Muskowekwan First Nation is not easy when the housing is not big enough to accommodate your family but Rena is doing her best to provide for the kids and raise them right. You can hear the pride in her voice as she describes each one; "Keylia is so smart, Lyric is such a hard worker,...
Santanna grew up in Prince Albert, and her life changed forever when she became a mother nine years ago. Three years ago, she felt a powerful spiritual calling that led her to Regina, a move that would become the start of her family’s healing. Her daughters, Kierra—sentimental, kind, loving, and deeply aware—and Kiannah, whose caring nature shines brightly, have been her greatest motivation through recovery. After years apart, the family has recently reunited and is...
Melissa J. was born and raised in Regina, where she welcomed all seven of her children and has worked tirelessly to raise them on her own. Her home is full of personality, but managing the needs of so many children, some of whom struggle with blindness, intellectual disabilities, and FASD has become increasingly overwhelming. These complex needs require constant care and attention, adding to the heavy financial and emotional burden Melissa carries every day. She...
Ashley, born March 15, 1980, has lived in Regina her whole life as her family has always been important to her and this is where they live. Her own family began when she was 15 years old when she welcomed her eldest daughter into the world. Her middle daughter, Hayley is incredibly intelligent, loving, and thoughtful. She always seems to know just what to say and is the best big sister to her younger siblings....
Crissy and her children were all born and raised Regina. She met her children’s father at a gathering, and their family began in 2004. Crissy has two children: 17 year old Joshua and 14 year old Ariane, and she is currently pregnant with a baby girl. Crissy’s children are helpful and caring; Arianne is very creative and artistic. Crissy has been facing challenges with losing her job and not letting the stress and anxiety impede...
Shania was born and raised in Regina. She is appreciative of all the supports Regina has to offer, but is concerned with the high cost of living. Shania had an 11-year-old daughter, Deayshia who is artistically inclined and a 7-year-old son, Marcus who loves to help out wherever he can.
L.A. fondly remembers meeting her future husband while working for a farmer and states she found her faith when she found him. They felt blessed to be together and started their family. Used to living on a ranch in the hills surrounded by nature, L.A. came to Regina with her husband when he bought a house in the city. Sadly life would throw her a curve ball when her husband passed away just after their...
This busy mom and grandma is very proud of her girls. She has three daughters, one granddaughter with another grandbaby on the way! All of the kids are helpful and caring and each of them has a special way of contributing to the family. The oldest is a wonderful mother and has a heart of gold, the middle girl tells it straight and the youngest daughter loves being a "big sister" even though she is...
Moving between Yorkton and Winnipeg, Linus came to Regina five years ago to find safety from an abusive relationship. Three years ago when he separated from his partner, he became a full-time single dad of four special needs children. Faced with the challenges of Autism Spectrum Disorder and one non-verbal child, Linus wants very much to get them all into school and a supportive environment that will meet their needs. He loves them more than...
Brittany and Andrew have a blended family of 5. They grew up in Moose Jaw and Swift Current. They came to Regina in 2019. Brittany struggles with some health issues and finances for the family are always tight. Teagan is a helpful and generous 11-year-old boy. Leland is a very artistic 11-year-old boy. Luces is 9 years old and has impressive ninja skills. Leighton is 9, and can draw or build anything. Montana is the...
