Friday, September 4, 2020

Navigating COVID-19 to keep kids safe.

It’s been quite a different summer for all of us this year, and right now, many parents are making tough decisions about schooling for their kids. Both education and safety for kids can’t be compromised because parents know kids deserve the best shot at life. This month, we’re empowering the children and youth across Canada in light of International Youth Day.

Here at CCHF, we believe in doing what’s right for kids and youth so they can live their healthiest, most fulfilling lives. This is especially important now considering COVID’s impact on kids.

FOUNDATION FOCUS: SickKids Foundation & Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation

Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation is on the forefront of helping children and youth beat the odds and stay healthy during a time of crisis and uncertainty. They’re in development of a new app designed to help caregivers of children and adolescents with mental health disorders.

In light of International Youth Day, SickKids understands that kids are being effected differently during this time. Learn more about how SickKids Centre for Brain & Mental Health funds research into COVID-19-related child and youth mental health and brain.

SickKids and Jim Pattison's Children's Hospital logos
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What's happening at CCHF?

We’re wrapping up a busy summer season of planning and getting ready for a fantastic fall season. With Children’s Miracle Network Canada, our Costco campaign kicks off at the end of the month.

We hope you enjoyed participating in Extra Life’s Tabletop Appreciation Weekend with your family and friends! Look out for the next Extra Life event, Game Day, on November 7th.

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Welcome to the CCHF Family, Sobeys!

On August 27, CCHF, Sobeys Inc. and the Sobey Foundation proudly announced their new partnership. “A Family of Support: Child and Youth Mental Health Initiative” is a ground-breaking, one-of-a-kind partnership in Canada that strives to improve mental health care across the country.

20% of Canadian youth are affected by mental illness but only 1 in 5 receive the services they need.

That’s why our 13 children’s hospitals and Sobeys Inc. family have teamed up to create a circle of support.

13 children’s hospitals.
127,000 Sobeys Inc. teammates.
One family.

A Family of Support - Sobey's
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Gregory, 16, Crouzon Syndrome & Torrie, 13, Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) Autoimmune Blood Disease

Torrie was diagnosed for Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) Autoimmune Blood Disease at just nine years old. Learn more about her incredible story and how she stays determined to help kids across Canada just like her by clicking the button below.

Gregory has a rare disease called Crouzon Syndrome that affects the growth of the bones in his skull. With all the surgeries and hospital visits Gregory has gone through throughout his childhood, he has taken it all in stride, choosing to “move on” and making the best with what he has. Read more about his journey here:

Torrie and Gregory
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