Talk about a match made in healthcare! Thanks to CTV News for joining us as @hbkidshospital staff members Will and Elizabeth re-created their “I do” moment at the hospital. Catch the heartwarming moment: bit.ly/4bksyg8

Congratulations to our 2024 DAISY award winners who demonstrate excellence in clinical care and deliver exceptional child and family-centred care every single day. Meet this year’s recipients: bit.ly/3WK9DXB

Greg is one of the first friendly faces that everyone meets when they visit the hospital. With his unmistakable smile and a twinkle in his eyes, his dedication and passion for Holland Bloorview are limitless.
Share your favourite memory as a volunteer! hb125.hollandbloorview.ca/april/

It’s not too late to grab your ticket to today’s BRI Research Rounds with Dr. Virginia Wright beginning at noon EST! Even if you can’t make it live, when you register, you’ll receive a recording of the talk.

Register now: hollandbloorview.ca/BRIResearchRou….

Our physiotherapy and occupational therapy clinical scholars are supporting the next generation of clinicians to gain the specialized skills vital for caring for children and youth with disabilities and their families. Learn more: bit.ly/3UQyurn. #MakeKidsCount #PTMonth

May is #SpeechAndHearingMonth ! We’re celebrating the nearly 40 speech language pathologists (SLPs) and communicative disorders assistants (CDAs) at Holland Bloorview who work together to address speech, language, communication and swallowing needs for our clients. Thank you!

Delivering Christmas stockings and having water pistol fights were some of the ways Irene Simpson made being in the hospital fun for kids. Read more about Irene's experiences at Holland Bloorview on the BLOOM blog: bit.ly/49SJPeH

Happy Mother's Day! Sending love to all mothers and motherly figures today 💚🌺

This guide offers support for parents and caregivers of children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities who are approaching or at the age of puberty. It shares resources and tips on how to talk to children about different aspects of puberty. vkc.vumc.org/healthybodies/

Dr. Dr. Jessica Brian 🇨🇦 joined @AutismOnt's Margaret Spoelstra & Anne Borden King on the Agenda on whether the province is doing enough to support autistic children, teens and their families with the recent $60M increase in autism programming funding. Watch now: bit.ly/4bhf7gX

“Irene has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. She was one of my nurses when I was an inpatient at [the] old building… I admire her commitment to the health and well-being of clients and families.” Check out her interview with BLOOM: bit.ly/49SJPeH

Congratulations Stefanie Bradley on receiving a 2024 CPIN (Collaborative Program in Neuroscience) Distinguished Doctoral Award in Neuroscience from University of Toronto! We’re proud of your MRI brain research in rehabilitation therapy so that kids with cerebral palsy can live their best lives.

Congrats to AACPDM & Dr. Fehlings for leading an international team collaborating with individuals with lived experience in creating guidelines for medical providers to inform their recommendations in caring for people with cerebral palsy & dystonia. bit.ly/3JX7zE9

Are you looking for ways to support mental health and well-being in your community? Download the Kids Help Phone’s mental health materials to share information about youth issues and raise awareness of their free, confidential e-mental health services. kidshelpphone.ca/get-info/downl…

“There aren’t a lot of research institutes that focus on kids with disabilities the way that Holland Bloorview does, so it’s such a blessing to be part of this community,' says Sheema, a volunteer of Dr. Wright at the Bloorview Research Institute.

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Meet Lisa Drumonde! “It was apparent, through her gentle dealings, that she has a true understanding of the 'ways of teenagers' who have been through life-altering surgery. It was a pleasure having her take care of us both.” Want to learn more about her? bit.ly/4dswMDW

'Katerina is a phenomenal nurse who provides outstanding care, kindness, professionalism, attention to detail and advocacy in all the work she does.'

Congratulations Katerina for winning a DAISY award that celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide #NursingWeek

Tickets are still available for our upcoming virtual BRI Research Rounds with Dr. Virginia Wright, presenting the importance of measuring meaningful outcomes with the rise of personalized medicine and big data.
Register now: hollandbloorview.ca/BRIResearchRou…

'Rebecca's inclusive approach fosters a supportive work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.'

Congratulations Rebecca for winning a DAISY award that honours and celebrates the skillful, compassionate care nurses provide every day #NationalNursingWeek

“The aspect of the Youth Advisory Council I enjoy the most is being able to virtually interact with many other people of a similar age to me, and who may have had similar life experiences to my own,” says Ethan, a Youth Advisory Council member.

#NationalYouthWeek