The government of Saskatchewan has named this Disability Service Professionals Week in the province, celebrating the important work done across the province to provide support to people with disabilities.

Locally, Moose Jaw Families for Change has been incorporated for 20 years now, and Program Coordinator at the centre Mike Bachiu says it's great to get some acknowledgment.

"It's really wonderful. It's nice to see some recognition, the government of Saskatchewan has always been very supportive of this sector, it's just nice when it's out on a public scale like this. Nobody gets into this line of work for the credit, but it's nice to get a little bit of a shout out and acknowledgment for all the hard work people do in this field."

A number of programs have had to be scaled back at Moose Jaw Families for change due to the ongoing pandemic, such as their day program, the Kinsmen Cafe has been closed, and their meal delivery to the Victoria Towers - which is usually done by clients - is solely being done now by staff.

Bachiu says that while programs have had to be dialed back at the centre, he's very appreciative of how helpful the community has been.

"I just want to say that this community has been incredibly supportive. Whether through COVID or otherwise, Moose Jaw is always very supportive of Moose Jaw Families for Change and we really truly appreciate it. We also want to say just how lucky we are to work in this field."