My Story…
My daughter Layla and I will be running our first 5K in honour of Chris.
Chris was the kind of person who made such an impact on the lives of anyone he met. I was lucky enough to call him one of my best friends for many years, and he truly was the best friend I could have asked for. Through the good times, the hard times and everything in between, Chris was a constant source of light and laughter. I miss him every single day, and I can’t express how it feels to be running in honour of him with my 1 year old daughter Layla this year. There are so many things she does that make me think of Chris, how he would have loved her hilarious dance moves, her love of making everyone around her laugh, and always being the brightest, biggest personality in the room.
Mental Health and Addiction awareness and support is extremely important to me. It is something that has touched my life, my families lives and my friends lives in many ways. St Joes Youth Wellness Centre provides a safe space for youth and young adults struggling with mental health and addiction. Donations to their program can help so many young people like Chris, battling with mental health and addiction, find a safe place to land with the tools and support needed to make a real difference.
Thank you for your support. 💛
Description
I am participating in A Run for Chris in honour of Chris Owens. On August 20, 2021, at the age of 26, Chris lost his battle with mental health and substance use. This year, to continue the proud tradition of raising funds for programs and services helping those living with mental health and/or substance use concerns, all funds raised will support St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton’s Youth Wellness Centre (YWC)
Please consider donating to help me reach my fundraising goal, and so that we can help the YWC support young people in need.
The YWC is a safe environment for young people ages 17 to 25 to receive expert care for mental health and substance use concerns. The YWC team is committed to bridging the gap between the youth and adult mental health care systems – a time when young people can fall through the cracks of our system. The care team at the YWC offers culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed care and helps young people access the mental health and substance use care they may need in a safe(r) space.
Thank you for your support!
Recent donors
| Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 17 | Bri and Nick | $27.80 |
| Aug 15 | Sue and Ron | Undisclosed amount |
| Aug 15 | Beverley Cook Ritchie | $27.80 |
