January 2025

Transforming Mental Health for Youth With Rheumatic Diseases

By |January 22nd, 2025|Blog, Current Research, Mental Health, Mental Health (Caregivers), Mental Health (For Youth), News, Research|

A recent report by Mental Health Research Canada underscores the pressing need for improved access to mental health services for youth. Vulnerable groups, including those already managing chronic conditions, face particularly steep challenges. Among these, youth with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) and other rheumatic diseases experience disproportionately high rates of anxiety, depression, and [...]

September 2024

National Mentoring Day Virtual Connection Event

By |September 20th, 2024||

Cassie + Friends National Mentoring Day Virtual Connection Event Mentorship can make a significant difference in a child or teen's ability to cope with rheumatic disease. On October 27, join C+F's Youth Mentorship Program crew to celebrate the power of mentorship this #NationalMentoringDay. You'll get to meet other youth who understand what it's like [...]

July 2024

January 2024

Cocoa Connect Night: A Youth Mentorship Event

By |January 11th, 2024|, |

Welcome to our first Cocoa & Connection Night! It can feel isolating to be a youth with JIA, Lupus or any other rheumatic disease. At times, it can be difficult to relate to your peers, and it’s easy to feel misunderstood.  That’s why we’re hosting a Cocoa & Connection Event, on February 15th, from [...]

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