Celebrating International Assistance Dog Week
International Assistance Dog Week, observed from August 3 to 9, recognizes the dedication of assistance dogs and their trainers, and the critical role these animals play in helping individuals lead...
Acknowledging holidays and celebrations in July and August
In July and August, we acknowledge Canada Day, Guru Purnima, Obon Festival, Civic Holiday, Krishna Janmashtami, Paryushana and Ganesh Chaturthi. Read more about each holiday/celebration below, written by members of...
Grandview Kids Celebrate National Sister Day!
National Sister Day, celebrated on the first Sunday in August, honours the unique and lasting bond between sisters. This special relationship is filled with moments that bring laughter, occasional disagreement...
Nolan’s Story: Finding His Voice Through Grandview Kids
Ten-year-old Nolan lives in Durham Region with his parents, Krista and Brandon, and his older sister, Lily. When he was 15 months old, a paediatrician recommended the family submit a...
Self-Care Tips from Team Grandview
July 24 is International Self-Care Day, a day to highlight the importance of self-care in supporting overall health and well-being. Self-care helps restore energy, sharpen focus and foster a positive...
July and August: Dates of Significance
In July and August, we acknowledge Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month, International Non-Binary People’s Day, Fragile X Awareness Day, National Disability Independence Day, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month, MedicAlert Awareness...
Dante’s Story: Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness Month
When Michelle and David welcomed their son Dante into the world in early 2022, they knew he would be extraordinary. Even in the womb, he was bursting with energy “doing...
Ayush’s Story: Fragile X Awareness Day
Ayush is a bright, loving and funny 11-year-old boy with a big heart, a sharp eye for detail and a flair for both pretend and real cooking. Whether he’s stirring...
Cyle’s Graduation Story
Cyle, born at just 26 weeks, came into the world fragile, impossibly small and a fighter. It wasn’t until he was three years old, while living in Jamaica, that he...
Making Referrals to Grandview Kids: A Quick Guide
Who can submit a referral to Grandview Kids? Referrals to Grandview Kids can be made by anyone concerned about a child or youth’s development. This includes parents, caregivers, youth, physicians,...
