White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation

🌟 Community Spotlight: Father’s Day Car Rally at the White and Yellow Cross Foundation 🌟

On June 16th, 2024, The SXM Car Community organized their annual Father’s Day car rally, bringing joy and gifts to the elderly fathers at the White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation. The event was filled with happy faces and heartfelt moments, truly embodying the spirit of giving back and focusing on what really matters in life.

We were thrilled to see members from GG’s Auto Services, SXM HOONIGANS, Mad Mechanics, and other local sports car enthusiasts come together for this wonderful cause. The sound, drag race, drifting, and car enthusiasts not only showcased their passion for cars but also their immense generosity and community spirit.

Thanks to everyone who participated and made this day special for our elderly fathers.
Your kindness and dedication make a real difference!

🚗❤️
SXM Car Community SXMHOONIGANS Mad Mechanicx

We're looking for a:
- Group Leader - SBC DAC
- Movement Therapist - SBC
- Secretary/Bus Assistant - SBC
- Licensed Practical Nurse - DN

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WHITE & YELLOW CROSS CARE FOUNDATION The White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation provides client centered quality care in a warm and safe environment to all Sint Maarten residents in need of our services. This trusted CARE is supported by continuous learning opportunities for all employees.

We're happy to present the 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 of our Sister Basilia Center 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 of June 2024

This four-page newsletter provides an 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 on new projects, updates, faces, events, and celebrations of the 𝐒𝐁𝐂 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬.

Please find the Newsletter below and as a PDF via this download link: https://we.tl/t-c6wKVQ4WSG

𝐄𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠, and as always, feel free to 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐑𝐄!

We're looking for a part-time Movement Therapist for our Sister Basilia Center.

Are you the one we're looking for?

Apply today!

Caribbean Lottery continues to support the WYCCF.

The Caribbean Lottery, through its philanthropic initiatives program, continues to contribute to the WYCCF and presented a generous donation to assist with the care of clients with an intellectual disability in their Sister Basilia Center.

Ms. Paula Williams, Business Operation Manager for the EC region of the Caribbean Lottery, expressed her appreciation for the care the WYCCF offers to our society's most vulnerable. ''The elderly, persons with dementia, and clients with an intellectual disability receive quality care from the WYCCF, and supporting them in this process is important, she said. We encourage other businesses in the community to support the WYCCF initiatives''.

On behalf of the WYCCF, Mrs. Bregje Boetekees, the Operations Manager, expressed her deep appreciation and gratitude to Caribbean Lottery for their unwavering support in offering trusted, quality care.

WYCCF is looking for a Psychologist to join the team!

Apply today: https://www.wyccf.org/vacancies

Are you the one we're looking for?

Behavioural Scientist

Check the website: https://www.wyccf.org/vacancies
and apply today!

Volunteers needed!

Happy Nurses Appreciation day everybody!

Bregje Boetekees, Operations Manager of White & Yellow Cross Care Foundation, receives Royal Honour for Exceptional Service on King’s Day.

This Royal Decoration, which was requested by the WYCCF and endorsed by several persons in the community, celebrates her significant contributions across various areas.

The WYCCF congratulates Bregje Boetekees on this well-deserved royal honour, acknowledging her remarkable achievements and commitment to the people of St. Maarten.

The application was based on several reasons, of which these are the most important ones:
Exceptional Leadership During Hurricane Irma.
When hurricane Irma struck St. Maarten, Bregje Boetekees stayed with her teams to ensure the safety of clients, staff, and the WYCCF facilities. After the storm, she took charge of the cleanup and rebuilding efforts, dedicating her own time to restore essential services. Bregje's role extended to the government ESF-6 group and to the early recovery projects, which included the rebuilding of 48 homes and two retraining programs.

Supporting the COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign.
Bregje played a pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic with a comprehensive vaccination campaign on the island. In partnership with Collective Preventive Services, the Dutch Ministry of VWS, and the RIVM, she supported the development and implementation of a robust vaccine distribution strategy, with the WYCCF becoming a central hub for vaccine administration to the 60+ population. Her efforts significantly impacted the health and safety of the local community, especially among the elderly and vulnerable.

Expanding Healthcare in St. Maarten
Under Bregje's leadership, the White & Yellow Cross Care Foundation has become St. Maarten's second largest healthcare provider, expanding its services to include guided living and an enhanced day activity center for persons with an intellectual disability. She also launched a Rehabilitation center, a daycare for persons with a psychogeriatric diagnosis (such as dementia), a hospice, and a specialized swimming pool for all clients of WYCCF. These innovations have dramatically improved healthcare accessibility and quality on the island.

Early Contributions and Crisis Response
Bregje began her journey in 1996 with the founding of Private Nursing, offering essential home health services like maternity care and palliative care. Her humanitarian spirit shone during the aftermath of hurricane Luis in 1995 when she volunteered to assist with the transportation of patients to Curaçao via military transport. Her selflessness during this crisis exemplifies the compassion that earned her this royal honour.

The White & Yellow Cross Care Foundation congratulates Bregje Boetekees on this well-deserved royal honour, acknowledging her remarkable achievements and commitment to the people of St. Maarten.

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The WYCCF is looking for a Psychologist and a Behavioural Scientist (Orthopedagoog)!

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via www.wyccf.org

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We're proud to present to you what's already the 11th edition of our WYCCF Quarterly Newsletter of April 2024!

This 4-page newsletter provides an update on new projects, updates, faces, events, and celebrations of the WYCCF, its staff,
and its client.

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Also available as PDF via this link: https://wetransfer.com/downloads/668d6aa828f119da1f56694899949af720240417154913/bf00c287cf822e2f72f7a313ab2165a120240417154935/e92c2f

Right before the start of the long weekend, we want to share with you what is already the 10th edition of the SBC QNL!

In just 4 pages this newsletter provides an update on new projects, updates, faces, events, and celebrations of the SBC and its clients.

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Have a lovely Easter Weekend!

Tomorrow is World Down Syndrome Day!

Help raise awareness and wear your most colorful socks!

Visit us at the National Career Fair in the RAI Amsterdam in March to learn about joining our Trusted CARE team!

WHITE & YELLOW CROSS CARE FOUNDATION The White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation provides client centered quality care in a warm and safe environment to all Sint Maarten residents in need of our services. This trusted CARE is supported by continuous learning opportunities for all employees.

Vind ons op de Nationale Carrierebeurs in RAI Amsterdam, en ontdek wat we bedoelen met Trusted CARE!

WHITE & YELLOW CROSS CARE FOUNDATION The White and Yellow Cross Care Foundation provides client centered quality care in a warm and safe environment to all Sint Maarten residents in need of our services. This trusted CARE is supported by continuous learning opportunities for all employees.

Our staff party had too many great pictures to go in one post... so here's the second batch!

Last weekend, we had our New Year’s staff party at Emilio's Restaurant to express gratitude and celebrate the dedication of its exceptional staff.

The evening was a spectacular affair, filled with unity, laughter, and appreciation for the hard work and commitment of our healthcare professionals.

Just like last year, Emilio's Restaurant provided the perfect setting for a night of festivities, featuring an elegant dinner buffet, an open bar, and great music by DJ Bryson.

The New Year’s party was also a celebration of the 33 years of dedicated service of the WYCCF retiring board chairman, Michel Soons. Everyone was able to say farewell to him, and the new chairman, Jon Duijnstee, and vice chair, Dana Kweekel, were welcomed by the teams.

Many businesses donated generously to the event by gifting prizes for the staff. These were won with a raffle and a modeling contest. Prizes were also won for best dressed, with everyone looking gorgeous, making it difficult for the jury to determine a winner.

As the clock struck 1 AM, the night concluded with heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, (ADD sponsors) Emilio's Restaurant and, most importantly, our dedicated staff. The event was a resounding success, reinforcing the spirit of teamwork and camaraderie that defines the WYCCF. We extend our sincere appreciation to our board and all the sponsors who made this evening possible: Travel Planners, Winair, Divi Hotel, Mr. Richard Hazel, Boolchands, Mango, Nectar, Grace Collection, La Samanna Hotel, Klass Electronics, Grant Thornton, Sieben, Ralph Lauren Polo, and Christina Boutique.

We look forward to continuing our journey together in providing exceptional healthcare services to the community.

Will you be our next colleague?

Check out this incredibly inspiring mini video about the Special Olympic Kingdom Games in Bonaire, where our very own SBC clients Roger Jeffers, and Willemijn Verloop!!

Watch it here:

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We're excited to inform you about a remarkable event organized by the St.Maarten Heart and Stroke Foundation titled "Love your Heart; Time to Take Action." This program focuses on raising awareness and promoting heart health through engaging activities.

The program spans four weeks, each dedicated to a specific dietary focus and workout routine. You can find the details and schedule here and on their page.

This is a fantastic opportunity to actively participate in promoting well-being within our community. We encourage everyone to engage in these healthy activities and support this meaningful cause.

RSVP: For the events on Sunday, 11/02, please RSVP via the FB page of the St.Maarten Heart and Stroke Foundation

Let's come together and make a positive impact on our well-being!

Good morning everybody, and Happy Friday!

I’m happy to present the 10th edition of our WYCCF Quarterly Newsletter of January 2024

In just four pages, this Newsletter provides an update on new projects, updates, faces, events, and celebrations of the WYCCF and its clients.

Please find the Newsletter below and as PDF

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We're excited to announce that our training kicked off on Tuesday, January 23, and is being led live by the amazing Fierit team.

Our dedicated healthcare staff, paramedical team, unit leaders, and managers have all participated and are actively engaged.

We're delighted to see such valuable input coming from our healthcare teams to make the big step towards going paperless!

We're delighted to share some wonderful news!

A heartfelt thank you to Kay Manners, daughter of our dear nursing home resident Mrs. Manners, for her generous donation of 20 cases of water.

Your kindness is truly appreciated, Kay! 💙