Strive to Thrive

Good mental health is key to the healthy development and well-being of every child.

 

Children with strong mental health are better able to feel, think, and act in ways that help them enjoy life and cope with its challenges. In Canada, it is estimated that 20 % of children and youth will experience a mental health problem at some point in their lives, highlighting the importance of early support and intervention (Canadian Paediatric Society). A child’s well-being is influenced by many factors, including family, home and school environments, physical health, and relationships with others.

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Strive to Thrive focuses on mental health and therapeutic supports that help vulnerable children and youth navigate difficult life experiences, build resilience, and develop healthy coping skills. By providing timely access to mental health care, the program helps prevent challenges from escalating and reduces the risk of more complex needs in the future.

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Through donor-funded supportive programming, Strive to Thrive is available to children and youth in Highland Shores Children’s Aid care who need a little extra help—supporting stability today and helping lay the groundwork for healthy, successful transitions out of HSCA care and into positive futures.

 

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Financial assistance is available for a wide range of therapeutic, activities including but not limited to:
•    Equine Therapy
•    Play Therapy Programs
•    Art Therapy
•    Therapy and Counseling Services