by Debora Jesus | Jan 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
Black people often lack access to mental health services. Stigma makes it even harder to get help. The Black community has a long history of suffering from mental health challenges. This struggle is deeply linked to traumas including enslavement, racism, and...
by Debora Jesus | Jan 21, 2022 | Success Stories, Youth Mental Health, Youth Programs
LOFT’s campus support program offers long-term assistance to students struggling with mental health challenges A full-time student at Toronto Metropolitan University University, Sam* (they/them) was bright and creative. They had a gift for writing poetry and...
by Debora Jesus | Jan 11, 2022 | Uncategorized
Trevor was 30 years old when he was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Not long after, he lost his job, marriage, and access to his children. Now in his 60s, Trevor appreciates the support he receives at St. George House. Watch the video below to learn Trevor’s...
by Debora Jesus | Nov 18, 2021 | Adults Programs
Partnering with LOFT’s Mental Health and Justice Initiative (MHJI) for the past three years, New Circles is invested in empowering the community while preserving the dignity of their clients. New Circles is a grass-roots agency offering clothes and basic personal care...
by Debora Jesus | Nov 8, 2021 | News
Holiday Update From Heather McDonald, CEO With the end of another year nearly upon us, it’s heartening to look back on LOFT’s decades-long advocacy for those struggling with the most complex problems, and see so many successes. For nearly 70 years, we’ve taken a...
