Youth Mental Health Transitional Day Program: Kaelan’s Story
When Kaelan first joined the Youth Mental Health Transitional Day Program, he felt overwhelmed-weighed down by anxiety, making the idea…
Paying it Forward: Steven’s Story
Steven has been under the care of Psychiatrist Dr. Philip Maerov at Humber River Health since he was a teenager.…
Finding Strength and Purpose with Taking Charge: Julinda’s Story
Julinda, a kindergarten teacher and single mother, began experiencing severe stomach issues and debilitating acid reflux in May 2021. Despite…
Spotlight: Child & Adolescent Mental Health Urgent Care Clinic
In an era where mental health challenges among youth are reaching critical levels, Humber River Health’s Child & Adolescent Mental…
Taking Charge: Edmund’s Journey with Depression and Anxiety
It was 2018 and from outward appearances, everything was great in Edmund’s life. He exercised regularly and had a close…
Humber River Health and Lumenus Expand Youth Mental Health Services with Slaight Family Foundation Donation
Thanks to a recent commitment of $1.5 million from The Slaight Family Foundation, Humber River Health, in partnership with Lumenus…
The Slaight Family Foundation commits $26.5M to youth and mental health initiatives
TORONTO (SEPTEMBER 26, 2023) – The Slaight Family Foundation today announced it will donate $26.5 million to 19 organizations including…
Child & Adolescent Mental Health: Filling the Gap
Anara was 17 when she landed in the Jack & Pat Kay Emergency Psychiatric Unit (EPU) for the second time…
Friends and Family Name Rooftop Garden Bench in Memory of George Wyles
“George was fun-loving, charismatic, and had a heart of gold,” says George Wyles’ closest friend Elvis. “He would give the…
Former Patient To Volunteer: Dina’s Story
This week, we are celebrating National Volunteer Week! Our volunteers at the Foundation and the Hospital are vast and diverse…