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kidsLINK has been successful in obtaining a $5000 Grant from the Garth Brooks Foundation (yes, that Garth Brooks) for the children in our Residential Treatment Program towards helping to promote their wellness, enhance resilience, and ultimately help mitigate the negative effects of trauma. kidsLINK was introduced to the foundation by Kevin Klein, who is a defenseman for the Nashville Predators. Kevin, who was born and raised in Kitchener, has supported our organization for many years, and recommended kidsLINK make an application to the foundation to access a donation he had made. A big thank you to the Klein Family!
The money will be used to fund alternative therapies and recreational programs that some of our kids may not otherwise be able to participate in, such as, music therapy, yoga, reflexology, pet therapy and recreational/house league activities (i.e., swimming lessons, hockey, soccer, horseback riding). The money will also be used for extra items like uniforms, footwear, equipment and team photos. The funds are to go toward supporting the most disadvantaged clients in our Residential program.
Long & McQuade's Fundraising Efforts Benefit Music Therapy
A fantastic effort by the staff of Long & McQuade Musical Instruments Cambridge, Waterloo, Guelph and Stratford stores has resulted in a $3,750 donation for our Music Therapy Program. Not only did kidsLINK benefit, but other charities benefited from a total of $73,000 raised across the country. We thank the staff of Long and McQuade Musical Instruments for all their support and energy in this effort, to help our children in their healing.
Another New Walk-In Counselling Service
Front Door is pleased to announce that it has opened another Walk-In Counselling Service, running out of Lang's Farm Community Health Centre located at 1145 Concession Rd in Cambridge . Sessions at this location are on Thursdays from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (last session starts at 4:30 pm). Sessions are provided on a first come, first served basis.
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News and Updates
February 8th - "Let's Talk Day"
Thu, Jan 26th, 2012
Bell has launched a campaign to encourage discussion of mental health issues in the lead-up to its national "Let's Talk Day" on February 8th.
PCMH Updates Manual
Thu, Jan 5th, 2012
The Parents for Children's Mental Health Waterloo Chapter has recently updated their Resource Manual and the added pages to the website. A valuable resource to parents who are struggling to cope with their child's mental health issues.
