Personal Stories

One in five Canadians will experience mental illness or addiction in their lifetime. The other four are family, friends, and colleagues. It affects us all and that's why it's so important to share personal experiences.

Our clients, staff and donors are our greatest ambassadors. To hear their personal stories and experiences with CAMH, read below and see why we are Toronto’s most life-changing hospital.

	Jamie & Patsy Anderson CAMH supporters Jamie and Patsy Anderson have earned acclaim for their volunteer work transforming health care for the most vulnerable. Read the Andersons' Story
	Miles Cohen A professionally trained actor, mime and Second City alum, Miles Cohen shares his experience with mental illness and how it has helped him become a better artist. Read Miles' Story
	Gaby Golea A registered nurse by trade, Gabriella (Gaby) Golea is Administrative Director of the Geriatric Mental Health Program at CAMH. She has worked at the hospital for over 25 years in various capacities. Read Gaby's Story
	Jocelyn Smith Jocelyn Smith, mother and monthly donor, shares her experience with CAMH: “Whenever my daughter became unpredictable, I would call my CAMH counsellor and she would tell me about the complexity of mental illness and remind me that it wasn’t my fault.” Read Jocelyn's Story