Why Do You Support the Douglas?

Marie-Hélène, former patient of Eating Disorders Program

"When I was 25, I suffered from anorexia for two years. I had luck of being treated at the Douglas Eating Disorders Program. When I arrived in the day hospital, I was in a very bad state, depressed, and I had no self-esteem;  I weighed 69 pounds. I was desperate and frightened when I began 5 months of treatments. I never thought that these treatments could save my life. But that's what they did."

Anita David, Secretary-Treasurer of the Gustav Levinschi Foundation and donor

"My uncle, Gustav Levinschi, wanted to help the Douglas meet its urgent needs. This included a wheelchair access ramp and an elevator." To this day, the Gustav Levinschi Foundation has contributed $ 1.2 million to the diverse projects of the Institute.

 

Lisa O'Reilly, Douglas Recreational Therapist and Donor

Gustavo, Psychiatrist at the Douglas and donor

"The main difference at the Douglas is that psychiatrists helping patients are also researchers. The results of their research benefits current and future patients." - Dr. Gustavo Turecki, Director of Depressive Disorders Program

 


Louise, victim of a traumatic event and user of the Info-Trauma.org blog

“I suffered from CO2 poisoning four years ago while driving my car. I constantly relive the event in my mind. One year after it happened, I started having panic attacks. I'm depressed. I sometimes think about suicide. When I heard about the Info-Trauma website, it gave me hope that I might be able to come to grips with my problem. The site was informative and made me realize that I need help and, most of all, that I'm not alone in my suffering.”

Nadya Thornhill, Douglas employee and donor

Nancy, donor and mother of a boy suffering from Attention Deficit Disorder

"Since his birth, our son was agitated and angry. He could not focus his attention on anything. When he was 6, I was told that he could not attend school because of his behaviour. After receiving treatment at the Douglas Institute, he returned to class; his teachers called him the 'little miracle'. Remember that miracles are possible – a child's life can be changed. I'm proof of this!"

Ina Winkleman, Employee and Donor

We are always ready to hear your testimonials. Do not hesitate to share your story with us in full confidentiality. Whether you are a donor, a present or former patient, a caregiver or loved one, or a Douglas employee, do not hesitate to contact us at (514) 762-3003.