This year, the Adult Mental Health Unit came together to make the space feel festive and welcoming for our patients. Staff put in an incredible amount of time and care decorating the unit with many hand-made decorations, with a special focus on creating a warm, inclusive environment during the holiday season.
One particular meaningful moment came on a day when a patient was struggling. Our ward clerk noticed they were having a difficult time and, after connecting with the patient’s primary nurse, an idea was shared: would the patient like to help with some artwork for the unit? Knowing the patient had artistic skills, the team invited them to participate in painting the windows. From there, other patients were also invited to help.
The artwork that emerged was beautiful and more, importantly, it became a source of pride and accomplishment for the patients. Moments like this remind us that healing can happen in many forms, and that creativity, compassion, and teamwork can make a lasting difference.
