Hope's Home News

Hope's Home Spring Steak Night - Tickets on Sale Now!

2012-02-15T08:13:00.002-06:00

March 20th: Hope's Home Spring Steak Night @ Bushwakker Brew Pub
Cost: Tickets $25 each
Info: Come to Regina's favourite pub and support a great cause. Your ticket includes, steak (chicken/vegetarian options available), side dish, and of course a glass of Bushwakker's finest beer! Door prizes and 50/50 draw!
Location: Bushwakker Brew Pub, Dewdney Ave.

RCMP Charity Ball

2012-01-18T13:16:00.002-06:00

May 26th: 2012 RCMP Regimental Charity Ball
Cost: Tickets $150 each, Table of 6 for $900, Sponsorship Opportunities still available
Info: You're invited to be a part of this spectacular event in support of Hope's Home. Ticket includes reception and dinner, Grand March followed by Gala Ball, and all beverages. A charitable tax receipt will also be provided for a portion of your ticket.
Location: RCMP Depot Division, Drill Hall, Regina

Hope's Home Helps JDC West Win!

2012-01-17T10:39:00.000-06:00

Students from the U of Rs prestigious JDC West group partnered with us and raised $42,000 for Hope's Home!

This year's group beat out ten other western Canadian schools with their skills and talent and achieved amazing results! Best of all? This year's group earned the title "School of the Year"!

Way to go team!

New Events for 2012

2012-01-04T15:38:00.000-06:00

If you would like to be a part of our family in 2012 you can join us at one of our many upcoming events.

Please remember event tickets are extremely limited, so reserve your seat now!

February 4th: Hope's Home Valentine Cabaret
Cost: Tickets $35 each or 2 for $50
Info: A fun evening to gather friends and loved ones! Your ticket includes draws for prizes, a silent auction, entertainment, and an evening buffet!
Location: Regina Senior Citizen's Centre, Winnipeg St.

March 20th: Hope's Home Spring Steak Night @ Bushwakker Brew Pub
Cost: Tickets $25 each
Info: Come to Regina's favourite pub and support a great cause. Your ticket includes, steak (chicken/vegetarian options available), side dish, and of course a glass of Bushwakker's finest beer! Door prizes and 50/50 draw!
Location: Bushwakker Brew Pub, Dewdney Ave.

May 12th: Regina's Amazing Spaces Home Renovation Tour
Cost: Tickets $25 each
Info: Enjoy a self-guided home tour of some of Regina's best renovated spaces in support of Hope's Home. Information is also available at the 2012 Spring Home & Garden Show March 29-31, 2012
Location: Regina Residences, TBA

May 26th: 2012 RCMP Regimental Charity Ball
Cost: Tickets $150 each, Table of 6 for $900, Sponsorship Opportunities still available
Info: You're invited to be a part of this spectacular event in support of Hope's Home. Ticket includes reception and dinner, Grand March followed by Gala Ball, and all beverages. A charitable tax receipt will also be provided for a portion of your ticket.
Location: RCMP Academy Drill Hall, Regina

Happy New Year!

2012-01-04T15:15:00.000-06:00

Hope's Home would like to pass on a Happy New Year and prosperous 2012!

On behalf of our medically fragile children and families we serve, we wish you all the best in the coming year!

Great Way to Start the Day!

2011-12-07T08:20:00.000-06:00

We're so lucky to have so much love at Hope's Home...

It's always hard to wake up, especially during the winter when the mornings are dark, dark, dark. But coming into Hope's Home and hearing a little voice shout your name with such joy and excitement brightens spirits for the entire day!

Congratulations Colin & Callie!

2011-12-05T11:21:00.000-06:00

We had to take a minute and shout out congratulations for Colin & Callie and their new baby boy, Ronan! 10 lbs, 2 oz!

Happy birthday little Ronan, we can't wait to meet you!

SaskEnergy Kicked Off Our Christmas Season!

2011-12-05T10:47:00.000-06:00

On November 28th Hope's Home had the great pleasure to speak with an amazing group from SaskEnergy. It's always great to be invited to discuss what we do for our medically fragile children and their families, and just how much community support means to us!

Linda, we can't thank you enough for hosting us, and what a great Christmas present to kick off the holiday season.

All the best to you and everyone at SaskEnergy. Your support is what keeps us strong!

Check out our new photos!

2011-11-17T15:17:00.001-06:00

Support for Hope's Home this November has been amazing!

Chillin' for Charity was a great success and our Zumbathon was a blast! Check out our photos on Facebook to see all the great memories we made!

Congrats to Our Very Own!

2011-10-19T15:43:00.000-06:00

Congratulations to Amanda Wirth-Kendrick and Nicole Cook for being awarded full bursaries to the upcoming Saskatchewan Institute for Health Leadership Program! We're so proud of you both and know you'll do great!

A Great Day Thanks To Tim Hortons!

2011-10-19T15:36:00.000-06:00

How can we ever thank Regina enough for helping us 29,319 times during Smile Cookie week? The support has been incredible and we hope to continue such an amazing friendship with Tim Hortons and all of our supporters for years to come!

Our cheque presentation was a blast and it was great to see our Tim Hortons family! Bonnie, Larry, Pat & Pam it's always great to have you in for a visit!

Tim Hortons & Regina: You're Incredible!

2011-10-09T10:50:00.000-06:00

You helped Hope's Home 29,319 times! Now that's a lot of cookies!

We can't thank you enough for all your incredible support during our Smile Cookie Campaign held Sept. 19-25th! You've made our dreams come true yet again Regina, thank you!

Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-10-09T10:46:00.002-06:00

Hope's Home would like to pass on wishes for a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Have a wonderful time with your families, friends, and loved ones!

One Day Closure October 4, 2011

2011-10-02T16:15:00.000-06:00

Hope's Home will be closed on Tuesday October 4, 2011 in honour of Emmett Calibaba. Funeral services will take place at Lee Funeral Home in Regina. A viewing will commence at 12.00pm and services commence at 2.00pm. A reception will follow at Hope's Home

If you have any questions or concerns about this one day closure, please feel free to email ncook@hopeshome.org or call 306.522.4673

Remembering Acacia Rachael Tisher

2011-09-27T10:04:00.000-06:00

Acacia Rachael Tisher
"Innocent Lamb" August 12, 1993 ~ September 22, 2011

Acacia Rachael Tisher came into this world bringing hope and expectation on August 12, 1993. This day our lives were blessed to have an angel in their presence who changed us forever. She came bringing love and grace to those around her; joyful beyond belief. From early on she inspired all who met her with her determination and strength in her times of struggle. Embodied by the gift of compassion and empathy she intuitively could perceive in others the need for a hug or a gentle word of encouragement. Early in life Acacia blessed so many friends, family and complete strangers this way. As an angel, she often knew the exact words you needed to hear in a moment of hurt and pain.

Acacia loved people. Her love for culture and diversity inspired her to experience and learn as much as she could about Korea, Japan and other cultures. She loved attending pow- wows, eating sushi and going to Camp Easter Seals. At times she was frustrated that her own disability kept her from meeting her dreams that often were larger than life. Yet her dreams and aspirations had the power to reaffirm your own belief that anything in this world is truly possible when faced with faith, love and exuberance for life. It is because of Acacia Hope's Home, the first of its kind in Canada, is a reality today, helping many children with complex medical needs and their families.

Acacia was the ultimate big sister. She will be missed and forever loved by her sister and friend Victoria, her little brother Isaac and brother Tysen. They will carry her memory and laughter in their hearts forever. "Family is the best", Acacia would say. Her Grandma Tisher encouraged her to pray and love God. Grandma Jeanie, taught her how to have faith in all situations and laugh hard. She loved her visits to ND telling Grandma and Grandpa Strummer "This is where I belong". Her many Aunts and Uncles always showed her respect, acceptance and unconditional love. Acacia loved her cousin Cody and wanted to thank him for always making her feel so very special.

Acacia was so excited about Graduation - June 2012. She loved attending Regina Christian School and talked about the new stage of life she was to embark upon. We planned for a graduation trip to Japan another dream of hers. Acacia was an inspiration to her teachers and fellow students. Her beautiful smile and warm presence will be missed by one incredible school.

At the young age of 18 years, Acacia ran into the arms of Jesus. What a privilege to be called Acacia's Mom and Dad. Our hearts and lives will never be the same. We will hold tight to the memories of your love, beauty, generosity and kindness as our daily comfort. May your infectious laughter and vibrant smile make Heaven an even more glorious place. Please hug your Grandpa Armin Tisher, sister Angelica and brother Thomas in Heaven.

We are so proud of you Acacia. Even in your death you gave the ultimate gift as an organ donor. Acacia, may you live on in those individuals now blessed by you. May your heart beat strong and produce new life, may your lungs breathe out a bit of your presence, may your liver, pancreas and kidneys remind those so blessed by you how fragile and precious life is and to never take one moment for granted! May you continue to inspire us to experience the incredible love and mercy of our God, to walk in faith and hope.

Acacia Rachael Tisher will be missed by her parents Thom and Jacqueline Tisher, siblings Victoria and Isaac Tisher, grandparents Alma Tisher, Jeanie and Lauren Stromswold and Ron Kelly plus many Aunts, Uncles and cousins.

Please come to Celebrate Acacia's life on Wednesday September 28, 2011 at Harvest City Church, 2202 8th Avenue North, Regina, SK.

Viewing will be 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. with her Memorial Celebration beginning at 3:00 p.m.

Bring your memories, love and laughter. We will share her life together.

Flowers are welcome...please send directly to church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to:

350 College Avenue, Regina, SK S4N 0W8
Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God...Matthew 5:8

One-Day Closure

2011-09-26T07:05:00.000-06:00

Hope's Home will be closed on Wednesday September 28, 2011 in honour of Acacia Rachael Tisher. Funeral services will take place at Harvest City Church. A viewing will commence at 1.00pm and services commence at 3.00pm. A reception will follow at the church.

If you have any questions or concerns about this one day closure, please feel free to email kids@hopeshome.org or call 306.522.4673

A Special Announcement from Hope's Home

2011-09-26T06:58:00.000-06:00

It is with much sorrow and regret that we announce the passing of our Executive Director & Founder's daughter, Acacia Rachael Tisher.

Family and friends knew Acacia to be an amazing young woman full of laughter, a great sense of humour, and a poise that demonstrated grace and loveliness anyone would envy. Acacia was especially amazing because her dreams and aspirations had the power to reaffirm your own belief that anything in this world is truly possible when faced with faith, love, and an exuberance for life.
As we look back on her young age of 18 years, it is with great respect and awe that we saw Acacia face many courageous battles and surgeries addressing her spina bifida. Although there are no words to describe such a terrible loss, it is Jacque herself that has truly said it best:

"How would we have ever known that today was your final day with us. We know that you will always be our angel!! How priveledged I am to be called your Mom! How honored I am to have held you in my arms from your birth til your death. Father God in heaven....though I do not understand Your ways...it is well with my soul. Run and dance sweet Acacia in the arms of Jesus! You are His favorite!! I love you!"
Please keep this very special family in your hearts and prayers during this difficult time. Also, please keep in mind Hope's Home will be closing it's doors so that all friends and families may attend Acacia's funeral.

A celebration of Acacia's amazing life will take place on Wednesday September 28, 2011, at Harvest City Church, 2202 8th Avenue North, Regina, Saskatchewan. All are welcome to attend. Viewing will take place starting at 1.00pm and service will begin at 3.00pm. A reception will follow afterwards at the church.

Please be sure to bring your memories, love and laughter as we celebrate Acacia's amazing life with one another. Flowers are welcome and may be sent directly to the church. The Tisher family has also asked that any donations offered be directed to Hope's Home.
If you would like to pass on condolences to the Tisher family, please contact us here at Hope's Home and we will assist you.

Daytona Golf Tournament Kicks Off Today!

2011-09-18T22:52:00.000-06:00

Daytona Master Builders are great friends of Hope`s Home and this year their support is better than ever! Hope`s Home is partnered with Daytona Homes for their annual golf tournament and we can't wait to cheer on the suppliers and partners of Daytona as they take on the Royal Regina at this year's golf tourney! Have a great day on the greens!

Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign is Under Way!!!

2011-09-18T22:35:00.000-06:00

Hope's Home is thrilled to be the recipient for the 2011 Smile Cookie campaign at all Regina Tim Hortons locations!

If you would like to help Hope`s Home and show your support for all that we do, get to to your favourite Tim Hortons from Sept 19-25 and purchase a `Smile` cookie for just $1.00 (plus tax). All the proceeds raised will be donated directly to Hope`s Home and ensure our medically fragile children and all the families we care for continue to receive the outstanding care we offer!

2011-09-11T20:04:00.000-06:00

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