Being swept by LeBron and the Cavs again hurts. But in opening up about his depression this season, the Raptors’ star has done something powerful.
BY CHRIS JACKSON
BY CHRIS JACKSON
2017 was a pivotal year at Spark. So many good things happened that we decided to take a moment and share the highlights with you. We’ve grown tremendously as an organization and we hope you take pride in what you’ve helped us accomplish!
BY BRADLEY BEZAN
We all experienced pain as kids. And we were never the same. In a good way.
BY ALLISON CARROLL
A story of the wonderful, spunky woman who still inspires us.
BY BRADLEY BEZAN
Like my father and his father before him, I’ve battled anxiety all my life. I learned early how important it is to talk about it. It’s taken some time, but I’m finally ready to share my story.
BY CHRIS JACKSON
When you need support for yourself or your loved one it can be overwhelming to know where to start.
If you're dealing with a recent big change like an accident or a diagnosis it's stressful enough knowing what the next step is, without having to make sense of a bunch of new terms.
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Manha had always been on her feet: raising three children, running a household, working for the family business. The car accident changed everything. Walking from one room to another with assistance was now exhausting. Her balance was shaky and she suffered chronic pain...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Andrew was biking with his friends on the day his life was changed forever by a drunk driver. He survived the accident. But with severe brain injuries that seriously limited his range of motion. Discomfort and muscle rigidity became daily struggles...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Spark has had the privilege of supporting Will for over 2 years. Outspoken, jovial, and incredibly intelligent, Will is a diehard Sens and Jays fan who loves discussing politics, playing sports, and participating in his community theatre company...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
George was only four years old when he was struck by a car. The resulting injuries were severe. Casting and bracing kept him immobile and in need of constant care. He suffered memory loss and his speech became impaired. His parents were devastated...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
The Fergusons had become frustrated with the unreliability of their care-providing company. Retired, healthy and independent, they just needed help staying physically and mentally active, and wanted someone who would be truly invested...
BY BRADLEY BEZAN
Lana came to us with a very specific request: to connect her with a caregiver as good as Zeljka. Ever since Zeljka moved away, Lana had been cycling through workers who lacked either the professionalism or the interpersonal skills Lana needed from her caregiver....
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Nora’s life was completely changed by the car accident. A busy mom with two teenage daughters, what used to be a regular day became an exhausting one. She was frustrated by her lack of mobility, and suffered from post-traumatic stress episodes that would trigger flashbacks...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Patricia didn’t have a diagnosis for her grandson, she just knew that something was wrong. Family struggles that had taken his mom out of the picture had led to some concerning behaviors. Aidan was very closed, impulsive, easily agitated and sometimes aggressive...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
One of the questions we continually ask ourselves at Spark is "what can we try that no one else is trying?" While our approach is rooted in established practices that work, we are always looking for ways to evolve and improve our services...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Patrick was shocked by the change in his son after the accident. Though his physical injuries would eventually heal, Jeff’s cognitive abilities had been significantly impacted. He had difficulty with impulse control and regulating his emotions. Small things could set him off...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Kelly Santini LLP is a law firm based in Ottawa and serving clients in and beyond Eastern Ontario. They bring a similar commitment to relationships that we do in their business and as a result have developed into a vibrant and successful firm over the last 30 years...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
The latest issue of Glue Magazine includes a great profile of Spark Lifecare, starting with the moment when it all began...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
Last year Invest Ottawa celebrated Global Entrepreneurship Week by recognizing entrepreneurs who "hit major milestones during the year and contributed to the city's startup ecosystem" with the Rising Star award...
BY CHRIS JACKSON
"Whether it was outlined on the back of a paper napkin, it was financed by your sister's mother-in-law's next-door neighbour, or it was a desperation move after you were laid off by a corporation, we want to hear about how your small or medium-sized business got its start...