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Travis

Nineteen-year-old Travis knows the devastating impact of mental illness. Intense feelings of anxiety and hopelessness prevented him from attending school and functioning in other social settings.

 Travis, IWK patient

After I saw how much the staff cared about me, I really wanted to work hard and improve myself.

~ Travis, IWK patient

Diagnosed with anxiety disorder, he credits the IWK with helping him turn his life around.

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