On Aug. 3, Corie Andrews and her husband were the proud new owners of an electric mobility scooter donated to the Moose Jaw & District Senior Citizens Association Ltd. (MJDSCA). The scooter was donated for a raffle draw and her name was randomly chosen as the winner.
When Andrews first answered the phone, she said she couldn’t believe it. Tanya Legare, administrator for the MJDSCA, said the surprise was quite genuine. “When she answered the phone, she said there’s no way — you must have the wrong person.”
The draw was inspired by the organization reaching their 500th registered membership on June 7, 2023.
Ellen Sjoberg donated the mobility scooter to the MJDSCA earlier this year and this inspired the draw. The scooter came into her possession as her mother, Erima Brentnell no longer required it and asked for it to be given to someone who would use it and appreciate the gift. Corrie Andrews was the perfect recipient.
“It is an incredible surprise and what a gift. It will be well used and well taken care of,” said Andrews. “It’s very, very nice.”
She talked about her great surprise and made specific mention of thanks to Ellen and her mother Erima for allowing her the opportunity. The mobility scooter now offers her and her husband opportunities they otherwise would not have had.
Earl Berard with the MJDSCA made the presentation and handed over the keys. “And from the Senior Citizens Association it gives us great pleasure to present this (scooter) to you,” he said.
The MJDSCA plays a vital role for residents over the age of 50 and provides an active, entertaining space but also helpful resources for seniors in the community.
Their mission is to provide the best possible support for the social, physical, and mental needs of their members and guests.
The association is located at the Timothy Eaton Gardens at 510 Main Street North and focuses on providing support for seniors over the age of 50.
The MJDSCA can be reached at 306-694-4223 or by email at [email protected].
