
BLOOM combines real family stories with the best expert advice, plus the latest news and opinion on disability.

Under care, but they died of starvation
A British report found 40 per cent of early deaths of people with intellectual disabilities were avoidable. Adrian Poulton starved to death due to a medical error.
Lori Palozzi helps 'kids with chronic pain get their lives back'
They 'just want to be able to go back to school every day, or play hockey again, or learn how to pace their day.'
COVID-19 is no reason to stop hanging out with friends
Holland Bloorview is piloting a virtual Rec Room and Netflix parties to ensure youth stay connected during the pandemic.
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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 too.
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.
Check out this month's BLOOM
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.
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