Colton’s Story: Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day
June 23 is International Dravet Syndrome Awareness Day. This day gives families affected by Dravet Syndrome a chance to share stories, build support and increase public knowledge about this rare…
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Celebrating the Complex Care Program’s fourth anniversary!
The Complex Care Program celebrates its fourth anniversary of providing care to more than 75 children and youth with complex medical needs living in the Durham Region since its launch…
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Celebrating Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month!
During the month of April, we observe Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month to recognize and support individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). ASD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects…
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Fizza’s Journey: Growing up with a sibling with Autism
As the youngest of five, I always admired my older siblings. However, it is my brother Mohsin who leaves the deepest impact on my life. When he was diagnosed with…
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Anna’s Story: Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month
Anna is a Grandview Kids graduate diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a heart defect and was born without her right index finger due to banding syndrome in utero. Through…
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March 18: National Trisomy 18 Awareness Day – Jamilah’s Journey
Written by Ambassador Advisor and Grandview Kids parent, Abby V. During her pregnancy, Tabitha received the hardest news a parent could hear after completing Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT). Her unborn…
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March 1: International Wheelchair Day – Justine’s Story
Justine’s Story Written by Ambassador Advisor and Grandview Kids parent, Abby V. Justine is a dedicated, second-year honour roll student at Durham College studying social service work. If she is…
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Celebrating Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month!
During the month of March, we celebrate National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month to recognize and support the many individuals who live with Cerebral Palsy (CP). CP is a permanent physical…
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Kiara’s Story: National Epilepsy Awareness Month
Written by Ambassador Advisor and Grandview Kids parent, Abby V. March is national epilepsy awareness month in Canada, and Grandview Kids hopes to encourage people to acknowledge and understand the…
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Rare Disease Day – Owen is Unique
Written by IDEA committee member and Grandview Kids parent, Abby V. Rare Disease Day is an international event held on February 28 to raise awareness about the impact of rare…
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