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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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This is what it looks like when our community comes together to support kids' mental health in #WaterlooRegion! 💛👟 Because of you, we’re just over 60% of our fundraising goal that supports life‑changing programs at Starling, from our Children’s Mental Health Centre to Safe Haven Youth Services. Thank you! 🎉 Let's keep the momentum going! 👟 Join us on Sunday, May 3 to walk for kids' mental health 👉 Register today or create a team at www.starlingstepsforkids.ca 💜 Help us raise funds and spread awareness for kids' mental health Together, we’re showing kids they’re not alone and that truly makes a difference! ✨ #StepsForKids2026 #LittleStepsBigImpact #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidsMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #WaterlooRegion
This is what our staff at Starling want kids to know 💛 You are not alone. You matter. Your mental health matters. And support is here for you. When you step up for kids, you help make sure this care is always there. 👟Walk for kids' mental health on Sunday May 3rd! 👉Sign up or donate today at starlingstepsforkids.ca and let's build a community where every young person knows that their mental health matters. #StepsForKids2026 #LittleStepsBigImpact #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidsMentalHealth
✨Steps for Kids Sponsor Spotlight: Thank you to our Gold Steps for Kids Sponsors! Your support helps ensure timely access to care so children, youth and families receive help where and when they need it most! #ConestogoMechanical @staeblerlife #BeeCleanBuildingMaintenance @millerthomsonllp @woodhouse.group #On-SiteMaintenance Be part of the impact!🏃‍♂️Join us this Children's Mental Health week on May 3rd to walk for kids' mental health in Waterloo Region. Visit www.starlingstepsforkids.ca to signup or donate! #StepsForKids2026 #LittleStepsBigImpact #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidsMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #WaterlooRegion
✨Steps for Kids Sponsor Spotlight: Thank you to our Platinum Steps for Kids Sponsors! Your generosity brings hope to children and youth in Waterloo Region facing mental health challenges, and helps provide exceptional care through specialized treatment programs and compassionate support. @heffner.ca @steedandevans @we.are.cowan #GeneralRefrigeration You can be part of the impact too! 👉 Register today or create a team at www.starlingstepsforkids.ca 💛 Help us raise funds and spread awareness for kids' mental health 👟Walk with the community on May 3rd! #StepsForKids2026 #LittleStepsBigImpact #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidsMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #WaterlooRegion
Kids' Mental Health Matters! 💛 For more than 55 years, Lutherwood, now Starling Community Services, has supported children and youth mental health in our community. That commitment continues through Steps for Kids, our annual walk raising funds and awareness for kids’ mental health! Every dollar raised supports Starling's mental health programs and Safe Haven Youth Services, helping young people get the care they deserve. Steps for Kids is more than just a walk. It's a chance to make a real difference for children, youth and families in our community. 👟Walk with us on Sunday May 3, 2026! 👉 Sign up or donate today at www.starlingstepsforkids.ca 💛 Help us spread the word about kids' mental health! #StepsForKids2026 #LittleStepsBigImpact #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidsMentalHealth
✨Steps for Kids Sponsor Spotlight: Thank you Donovan Insurance Brokers Inc. for supporting Steps For Kids 2026! Donovan has been a continued community champion of kids mental health and thanks to their support, they help connect children and youth in Waterloo region to vital mental health services. Thank you for making a difference for children and youth in our community! #StepsForKids2025 #LittleStepsBigImpact #ChildrensMentalHealth #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidsMentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness
Saffi’s journey is proof that support makes all the difference. After arriving in Canada and struggling to break into his field, Saffi connected with Starling Employment Services. With guidance from his Employment Advisor and mentorship from an industry professional, he gained clarity, confidence, and Canadian experience. Today, he’s the founder of a growing engineering company. 💬 Read Saffi’s full story on our website! Link in bio. #EmploymentServices #EmployeeSuccess #StarlingEmploymentServices
This Children’s Mental Health Week, you can make a difference for kids in our community. Join us on Sunday, May 3rd to walk for kids’ mental health in Waterloo Region. 👟💛 When you participate in Steps for Kids, every step and every dollar goes directly toward life‑changing programs like our Children’s Mental Health Centre and Safe Haven Youth Services. Sign up or donate today at starlingstepsforkids.ca and help build a community where every young person can thrive. #StepsForKids2026 #LittleStepsBigImpact #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #KidsMentalHealth
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I am truly honoured to be a part of an organization at the forefront of protecting and fostering the well being of youth and families in our region. The work that Starling does is both foundational and inspirational. I am forever thankful for the dedication, talent and compassion of the people of Starling, I know our community feels the same.