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Mental Health Problems are Prevalent Among Infants, Children, and Youth

Did you know that 1 out of 5 children is affected by some type of mental health problem? And that, of those children, only 1 out of 5 receive the help that they need?

Mental illness is prevalent among young people, with more complicated problems occurring at increasingly younger ages. Small problems can become more severe if not addressed early.

Most mental illness first appears in childhood or adolescence. Issues including depression, anxiety, and conduct disorders, if left untreated, can lead to family and school disruption, violent behaviour, criminal activity, or even suicide.

Mental illness can happen to a child from any walk of life. Mental health problems can impact entire communities, with disruptive and often dangerous results.

Only 1 Out Of 5 Children That Need Help, Receive Help

A family’s need for service is usually immediate. Unfortunately the help is not. Many families must wait four to six months for treatment to begin; some wait as long as a year, experiencing overwhelming stress and desperation as they confront the daily needs of a child in distress.

Treatment can cost up to $100,000 per child each year. But for every dollar spent on mental health in early childhood, seven dollars are saved in future social and health care related costs. Investing in the mental health of our children is one of the best ways for a community to help ensure a bright and prosperous future.

The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre makes a difference

The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre specializes in three main areas: services to infants, children, and youth, educational placements, and evaluation and research.

The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre: Serving Children, Supporting Families, Strengthening Communities

Programs at The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre benefit not only children, but also their families, schools, and the communities in which they live. Services provided through The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre can make a world of difference in allowing young people to reach their goals and follow their dreams.

Your support can change a child’s life forever. Helping our most vulnerable citizens today means a better world for all of us tomorrow.

How Our Funds Are Raised

Individual donations, corporate gifts, and government grants play a key role in supporting the work of The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre.

How Our Funds Are Used

Funds raised through The Hincks-Dellcrest Foundation will help support life-changing mental health programs for infants, children, youth, and their families, as well as the development of innovative strategies in prevention, early intervention, training, research, and treatment.