Shelia is originally from Peepeekisis and relocated to Regina five years ago to care for her grandchildren. Shelia is hopeful for a future where the whole family will be together and her grandchildren’s mom will be back in their lives. For now, Shelia is busy teaching them and caring for them. Shelia has her hands full with 4 grandsons: 11 year old Talon, 9 year old Keon, 8 year old twins, Kai and … [Read more...] about Shelia D. (ID# NCFC0278)
Grandparents
Cheryl O. (ID# MS7446)
Cheryl (age 63) grew up in Regina, but also has spent some time living on her reserve. She is a grandmother raising 3 of her grandchildren (Narayah [14], Naliviah [12], Niomi [6]) and a nephew (Austin, 28). They are wonderful kids, but as many parents know raising young kids can also get very tiring, especially at her age. Unfortunately her own children struggle with addictions. She has lived a … [Read more...] about Cheryl O. (ID# MS7446)
Joyce S. (ID# MS2048)
Joyce, aged 69, was born and raised in Regina. She lives with her mentally handicapped daughter Jolena (age 45) and one of her granddaughters Brielle (age 6). Joyce has learned a lot about forgiveness through Jolena, who has a humble and forgiving spirit. Brielle is a very active and cheeky girl who brings a lot of light into her life. Joyce has had a challenging life, but gains strength from … [Read more...] about Joyce S. (ID# MS2048)
Betty K (ID# MS2792)
Betty was born in Southern Manitoba, but moved to Regina 21 years ago when her husband came to attend school in the city. They have three sons together who are all grown up, but currently her wonderful grandson stays with her almost full-time. Unfortunately the grandson’s father is in prison for the time being. Betty is actively involved in her local church where she leads the ladies’ ministry and … [Read more...] about Betty K (ID# MS2792)
Martin S. (ID# GNC0962)
Martin grew up in Ontario and moved to Regina in 1985, where he got married and they started their family in 1987 when they welcomed their daughter. Martin is currently living in a trailer hoping to have more stable housing for him and his grandchildren. Martin describes his four grandchildren as his inspiration. … [Read more...] about Martin S. (ID# GNC0962)
Rena B. (ID# GNC1166)
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 … [Read more...] about Rena B. (ID# GNC1166)
Marlene A. (ID# GNC0762)
Life is hard when your family's challenges include alcohol and drug issues. Marlene lives on the Muskowegan First Nation and is concentrating on her faith and her grandchildren, her greatest joy. She knows that going to church, worshipping and being strong in her faith will help her get closer to the goal she has of bringing not only her grandchildren but her children as well to the Lord. For … [Read more...] about Marlene A. (ID# GNC0762)
Joanne B. (ID# YWCA0128)
Joanne grew up in Standing Buffalo First Nation and moved to Regina in December 2022 to leave a domestic violence situation and build a safer life. Through community services, she was able to reconnect with her granddaughter, Wilma, who had been separated from her mother at a young age and raised by her grandmother. Joanne cherishes her time with Wilma and works to help her feel secure and loved. … [Read more...] about Joanne B. (ID# YWCA0128)
Novalee B. (ID# GNC0377)
Novalee is currently caring for her wonderful 7 year old granddaughter, Kendell. Novalee has a lot of sweet things to say about Kendell, as she describes her as very social, outgoing, and smart. Kendell loves to sing! Novalee’s hopes for the future are for Kendell to do better in school and not be bullied, and to have more stable finances. … [Read more...] about Novalee B. (ID# GNC0377)