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- 2023 Community Report: Believing in Community
Having a sense of community is an essential part of well-being, stability, and how we see success in our lives. In a strong community, people feel safe, heard, understood and a strong sense of belonging. We share ideas, perspectives, and talents which allow for collective problem-solving and growth.
Read More - Successful Fundraiser: Lutherwood’s Steps for Kids Raises $100,000
The Lutherwood Child and Family Foundation is thrilled to announce that our week-long Steps for Kids fundraiser was a success! Thanks to the generous support of our community, we were able to meet our fundraising goal, raising an impressive $100,000.
Read More - Life Launch Expands its Programming: Youth Homelessness Prevention
With the generous donation from our community, more supportive space for youth in crisis and experiencing homelessness in our region will be available as our Life Launch program expands from two to eight beds.
Read More - “Steps for Kids” Returns In Person
Steps for Kids returns to its in-person roots with a kick-off walk on Sunday, May 7, at Lutherwood’s Children's Mental Health Centre in the north end of Waterloo.
Read More - Read our 2022 Community Report: Hope and Courage
It is hard to be strong when faced with adversity, especially over such a long period of time. But hope and courage are often the best tools for moving forward. Our Community Report 2022 offers some great examples of people who did just that in their own life journey.
Read More - Welcome to Lutherwood's New Website!
Lutherwood has worked closely with Studio Locale, a local marketing and development agency, to create a clean and bright updated website full of new features!
Read More - 26,000 Steps Will Make a Big Difference
The demand for mental health services has surged as a result of the pandemic, and Lutherwood is counting on its annual Steps for Kids fundraising walk to raise funds that will support children and youth with their mental health issues.
Read More - Lutherwood Employment Launches Refer a Friend Program
We are encouraging current and past clients of Lutherwood’s Employment Services to refer a friend, family member, or even a neighbour to access our free services for job seekers.
Read More - FASD Support Groups Offer a Safe Space
The Waterloo Region FASD Action Group is pleased to announce that the Parent/Caregiver FASD Support Group and the Virtual Support Group for Adolescents with FASD will both resume this fall with funding from Health Nexus and the support of Lutherwood.
Read More - Read our 2021 Community Report: Pandemic Perseverance
Our Community Report for 2021 is filled with stories about people who overcame great obstacles and who built a better life. They never gave up just as we will never give up on our mission.
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