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Every child deserves a safe, supportive space to grow, learn and thrive. For many families in Saskatoon, accessing essential mental health support is a challenge. Long wait times, financial barriers and systemic barriers often mean that those who need help the most are left struggling. BGC Saskatoon<\/strong><\/a> is working to change that.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor low- and middle-income families, getting mental health support through the public system often means waiting nine months to a year and a half,\u201d said Heidi Carl, CEO of BGC Saskatoon. \u201cBy the time they reach the top of the list, their phone number might have changed two or three times, or they\u2019ve moved. We\u2019re able to bridge that gap because they trust us.\u201d<\/p>\n

Providing access when it matters most<\/h2>\n

For over 50 years, BGC Saskatoon has been a trusted resource, providing early learning programs, after-school care and food security initiatives. Mental health support remains one of the most urgent needs in the community. That\u2019s where Rosewater Connection<\/strong><\/a> is making a difference.<\/p>\n

Unlike many traditional services, Rosewater isn\u2019t just a program <\/strong>\u2014 it\u2019s an initiative designed to adapt to the needs of families. It provides mental health training for staff, a parenting program that creates safe spaces for discussion and individual and family therapy sessions. The goal is simple but critical: to ensure that mental health care isn\u2019t just a privilege for those who can afford it \u2014 it\u2019s a right for everyone.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know from research that when a young person says, \u2018I need help,\u2019 they need access to support quickly,\u201d Carl explained. \u201cEven if they\u2019re lucky enough to get a referral, they might only get three or four sessions, which isn\u2019t enough. That\u2019s why Rosewater Connection exists \u2014 to ensure consistent, ongoing support.<\/strong>\u201d<\/p>\n

Real stories, real impact<\/h2>\n

The impact of Rosewater Connection is best told through the lives it has changed.<\/p>\n

One mother, who had her son taken into care when he was 10 years old, struggled to reconnect with him when he moved back in at 23. Navigating the challenges of parenting an adult while still grieving the years they lost was overwhelming. But through Rosewater, she found the support she needed to rebuild their relationship.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cShe told us, \u2018I wasn\u2019t seen. I wasn\u2019t heard. I was living in a hole, and Rosewater gave me a hand up,\u2019\u201d Carl shared. \u201cBut she did the work. We provide the opportunity, but it\u2019s these parents, these children, these families who step up and take it.\u201d<\/p>\n

Another participant, Saskatoon H, first joined our Parenting Program in 2018. As a young mother of five children, she turned to Rosewater Connection for guidance. Through the program, she gained the confidence to share her story and, in time, published her own journal on healing and resilience.<\/p>\n

To celebrate her achievement, BGC Saskatoon hosted her book launch, reinforcing that her voice matters. \u201cShe told us, \u2018For the first time, I feel seen. I feel heard. I feel like I exist,\u2019\u201d Carl recalled.<\/p>\n

How Yardi is making a difference<\/h2>\n

Yardi<\/a> is proud to be a supporter of Rosewater Connection, funding 208 therapy sessions annually. In 2024, BGC Saskatoon provided over 900 sessions, helping children, youth and families navigate complex mental health challenges with consistent, professional support.<\/p>\n

Carl emphasizes the transformational impact of these contributions. \u201cMental health services often feel out of reach. When families arrive at our sessions, they say, \u2018I can\u2019t believe this is actually happening. I can\u2019t believe I can sit down with a therapist today.\u2019 Yardi is making that possible.\u201d<\/p>\n

These services go beyond just crisis response. They create long-term stability. Many participants return for continued support, knowing that Rosewater is a trusted resource that won\u2019t disappear.<\/p>\n

\u201cWithout Yardi\u2019s funding, many of these families wouldn\u2019t be able to access therapy at all,\u201d Carl says. \u201cWhat we\u2019re doing together isn\u2019t just providing services \u2014 it\u2019s changing lives.\u201d<\/p>\n

Get involved<\/h2>\n

Beyond financial contributions, Yardi employees and community members have an opportunity to make a direct impact. One of the most immediate ways to help is through<\/strong> food security initiatives<\/strong>, such as assembling hampers for families in need.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor kids in our Pleasant Hill program \u2014 an area with the highest crime rate and lowest income in Saskatoon \u2014meals are often their main source of nutrition,\u201d Carl explains. \u201cIf we don\u2019t send food home on Fridays, many of these families struggle over the weekend.\u201d<\/p>\n

Interested in volunteering?<\/h3>\n

Volunteers can contribute through mentorship, job coaching or life skills training. Contact Heidi Carl at heidi@bgcsaskatoon.com<\/a> to learn how you can support this vital work.<\/p>\n

At Yardi, we believe that mental health support should be available to everyone. Through Rosewater Connection, BGC Saskatoon is ensuring that families don\u2019t have to struggle alone, and we\u2019re honored to be part of that mission.<\/p>\n

Learn more about Yardi\u2019s philanthropic initiatives<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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