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COVID-19 means missed meals for some families
In Britain, a survey by Family Fund found that a quarter of parents of children with disabilities said they had skipped meals in the past two weeks due to reduced income during the pandemic.
With Alumni Network, youth connect with adults 'who have been there'
As a teen, Luiza Lamaj wished she had an adult with a disability to mentor her. Now she plays that role on Holland Bloorview's new Alumni Network.
Pandemic uncertainty takes a toll on children with autism
The loss of predictable routines can be distressing for children with autism. Dr. Sharon Smile shares coping strategies for parents.
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The monthly BLOOM e-letter contains our latest stories, with links to mainstream disability news and shout-outs to people making the world more inclusive. Check out new books and events.
Job 1: 'Making sure that people see Jacob as a person'
Jacob Trossman goes to high school and loves being out and about in Toronto. But the supports that allow him to live at home are thin. In this video, his family talks about that bind.
Mazen has a mind for business and a heart for helping
Mazen Almaoui has been a paramedic, a computer engineer, and a business consultant. Now he applies his business skills to improve the quality of services we offer at Holland Bloorview.
For some hospital staff, coronavirus-fuelled fear and racism is personal
Amy and Clara discuss the emotional impact of mistrust and racism generated by the coronavirus.
Sarah inspires a nursing culture of collaboration
Sarah Rumbolt has received Holland Bloorview’s first Daisy award for nursing leadership for her role as clinical resource leader on our inpatient unit that supports children following painful bone
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