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Celebrating the Children's Mental Health Transformation


WATERLOO, ONTARIO – Federal and provincial representatives joined Lutherwood staff and clients today to officially open and celebrate their transformed Children’s Mental Health Centre. News Release

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Registration is now open for our Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Support Groups for Adolescents. Connect with others in a safe, confidential setting where you will: 🔵Meet friends 🔵Learn new skills 🔵Share knowledge 🔵and have fun! ✨ Connect with Rob MacDonald to register: E-mail: rmacdonald@starlingcs.ca Call or Text: 519-504-0695 Share to help us spread the word about FASD support in Waterloo Region.💙 #FASDAwareness #FASDsupport #WaterlooRegion @plexusfasd
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide can affect every one of us. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma & encouraging action we can help to reduce the instances of suicide around the world. Join our community in honouring #WSPD2025 tonight at the Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council's event at the Kitchener Public Library from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Follow along with our friends at @wrspc and learn more at www.wrspc.ca/wspd-2025 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #WSPD2025
🎒📚It’s the first day of school for many kids and teens across Ontario and it’s totally normal to feel a little nervous or overwhelmed. If you're a teen heading back to class, remember: ✅ Feeling anxious is okay ✅ You’re not alone ✅ There are simple ways to manage those feelings 💡 Learn how to spot the signs of anxiety and discover helpful strategies on our Children and Youth Mental Health blog! Remember, it's okay to ask for help if you need it. Call Front Door to Child and Youth Mental Health at 519-749-2932. #StarlingCommunityServices #StarlingMentalHealth #ChildrenAndYouthMentalHealth #WaterlooRegionMentalHealth
Registration is now open for our Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Support Groups for Caregivers. Connect with others in a safe, confidential setting on a variety of topics including: 🔵Creating a circle of support 🔵The importance of structure & routine 🔵The "Snowplow" approach 🔵Transitioning from adolescence to adulthood Connect with Rob MacDonald to register: E-mail: rmacdonald@starlingcs.ca Call or Text: 519-504-0695 Share to help us spread the word about FASD support in Waterloo Region.💙 @plexusfasd #FASDAwareness #FASDsupport #WaterlooRegion
“I’ve seen how the kids have changed because of the people here and the environment, and I knew I had to do something.” - Vinny Vinelli. After seeing the impact of mental health struggles in his students, Vinny was inspired to do stand up comedy to raise funds for Starling Children’s Mental Health programs. 💜 📘 Read Vinny’s inspiring story in our 2025 Community Report at: www.starlingcs.ca/communityreport2025 @vinnyvinelli Vinny Vinelli #StarlingCommunityServices #ChildrensMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters
When Hailey and Jack* first reached out for help with their ten-year-old daughter, they were overwhelmed and afraid. Today, they’re navigating challenges with empathy, tools, and a renewed sense of connection through the help of Starling Mental Health Services (formerly Lutherwood). Starling's 2025 Community Report: Moving Forward with Confidence is full of stories like this – stories of resilience, transformation and hope. ✨ 📘 Read it today at: www.starlingcs.ca/communityreport2025 * Hailey, Jack and Lily’s names have been changed to respect the family’s privacy. #MovingForwardWithConfidence #CommunityImpact #StarlingCommunityServices
Thank you to our amazing local sponsors of the Day Jr. Program Summer Camp! 💚 Your support gave kids the chance to build skills in emotion regulation, teamwork, and mindfulness — making a lasting difference this summer! @lady_glaze_doughnuts @returnofthedragonmartialarts @crockadoodleinwaterloo @chatimecanada @oldsoulproject #ThankYouSponsors #ChildrensMentalHealth #SummerCampSupport #CommunityCare
“We have a unique culture here and it amazes me how everybody truly cares about strengthening the lives of their clients and the community.” - Chantalle, Community Mental Health Coordinator Our staff are the heart of everything we do, helping us create brighter futures. 💜 Learn more about the people behind the work at Starling in our 2025 Community Report: Moving Forward with Confidence. ✨ 📘 Available online or as a PDF download at: www.starlingcs.ca/communityreport2025 #StaffSpotlight #BehindTheScenes #StarlingCommunityServices #MovingForwardwithConfidence
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