Fisher River Elders Welcomed Home 35 Years Ago
The Ochekwi-Sipi Personal Care Home celebrates 35 years in operation this month, a milestone that marks when the Fisher River Cree Nation community was able to welcome their elders home. Before Ochekwi-Sipi opened, Fisher River’s elders who needed specialized care were sent to personal care homes away from the community. “We had elders in Sagkeeng, Sioux Valley, different care homes throughout the province,” said Chief David Crate. Brenda Hart has worked at Ochekwi-Sipi since the PCH opened on July 2, […]