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April 27, 2023
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Island kids / Stories
Then and now: How Bear Essentials is improving Jackson’s life
Jackson, called “Jax” by his family and friends, has an infectious laugh and an amazing “go with the flow” attitude. A happy t...
January 25, 2023
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Island kids / Stories
Meet Island kid Talia: How this Comox Valley family receives critical support from Jeneece Place and Bear Essentials
Talia is described by her mom, Kelsey, as a happy and kind-hearted girl who loves My Little Pony and the Disney movie Moana. Ta...
December 19, 2022
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How your support helps Island kids like Cohen
Island kid Cohen is a bright light who is always excited to start the day. At 11 years old, he loves engaging with other kids t...
July 21, 2022
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Island kids / Stories
Meet Elysia and her mom Rocio: How Jeneece Place and Bear Essentials have helped this Qualicum family
We’re all too familiar with the COVID virus, and you’ve heard of the Norwalk virus and the chicken pox virus, but have you hear...
June 22, 2022
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How Qwalayu House provided a safe place for this Port Hardy expectant mom travelling to deliver her first baby
When Port Hardy resident Angie was expecting her first little one, she was a bundle of different emotions. And when her midwife...
May 24, 2022
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How your support helps Island kids like Nathan
Nathan is a funny and friendly ten-year-old who loves building Lego and playing with his cousins. He also lives with a rare neu...
May 19, 2022
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Island kids / Stories
How Bear Essentials and Jeneece Place helped this Tofino family
When Tofino couple Francis and Hanne made the journey to Nanaimo for a routine midwife appointment, the last thing they were ex...
April 26, 2022
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Meet Jodie: A mom explains why Jeneece Place is vital for Island families
When Island mom Jodie’s water broke only 25 weeks into her second pregnancy, she knew something was very wrong. After rushing t...
February 22, 2022
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Island kids / Stories
How Bear Essentials supports the emotional wellbeing of these Island brothers with complex needs
For any new parent, adjusting to the role of parenthood can be challenging. Between helping care for her three brothers with Do...
November 25, 2021
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Island kids / Stories
Island kids like Nathan need your help this holiday season
In the midst of her second healthy pregnancy, Island mom Laura was caught off guard when she went into labour at only 34 weeks....
October 7, 2021
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Island kids
Give Island kids a home away from home & keep families together this Thanksgiving
Island youth Abigail is all too familiar with doctors’ offices, ambulance rides, and the surgical unit at the hospital. At only...
August 19, 2021
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Island kids / Stories
How Bear Essentials supports the mobility and independence of Island kid Payton
Island mom Shannon has big hopes and dreams for her eldest daughter, Payton. The outgoing and energetic four-year-old loves swi...
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