In memory of Renée Ferguson
On October 1 2023, Renée Ferguson, a local Regina mother, died by suicide as a result of ongoing post partum depression/anxiety.
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD’s) are the #1 complication of birth affecting 1 in 5 moms and up to 1 in 10 of partners (increasing the risk if momma is struggling). We need this centre; we need to support our families and we need it to be accessible.
We always hear of someone’s daughter, sister, friend just having a baby and “not themselves” or “disconnected”. It’s more than that; PMAD’s are an illness and with treatment and peer support, things can improve. Stigma often makes asking for help incredibly difficult and that is what pushes us to continue breaking down barriers to reach more parents who might be feeling this way.
Her sudden passing left family and professionals wondering « what was missing? Where was the gap ». Renée was doing all the « right » things; counselling, support groups, working with medical professionals. After much consultation and assessment with family and other professionals, we found the answer, a village. As a call-to-action for perinatal mental health, we are going to open a wellness centre! Prairie Heart Counselling is sponsoring the ‘I Love You More Wellness Centre’ in hopes of bridging the gap for parents struggling with perinatal mental health.
Our vision for the centre is to have a safe, accessible and supportive space where parents may come during the day for drop-in services and be with others in similar life phases. The I Love You More Wellness Centre, will be a place of comfort for those struggling with the same darkness that Renée Ferguson went through.
We met with Renée’s family and decided to name the center ‘I Love You More Wellness Centre‘. Every time Renée hung up the phone or ended a visit, ‘i love you’s’ were shared between family; her response was always ‘i love you more’.
The meaning for the name is simple: no matter what is happening in your world, you are loved beyond measure, loved forever and always, above your pain and intrusive thoughts; I love you more, always.
« We miss her more than any words can describe and we would give anything in the world to have her back. My hope with the center, is that if prevents even one person from taking their own life, I would consider it a success »
Are you a local business wanting to support the initiative we have set out of supporting perinatal mental health, suicide awareness and overall community support?
Look no further! The I Love You More Wellness Centre will be a safe, judgement free place for our families and community members to come and 'build a new village' as they navigate the rollercoaster of parenthood and navigate the trenches.
We will have a yearly fundraising event in October where we will review the sponsorship funds, the programs we were able to put in place as well as share our vision for the following year.
Businesses can register to be sponsor for said year and begin a wonderful partnership.
Thank you for helping us carry on Renée's love for others through this wellness centre.
Platinum Sponsor; $7500 +
*opportunity to speak at the annual fundraising event, logo on merchandise, logo on flyers/info graphic logo displayed at the center, social media shout out, name listed on website
High Gold Sponsor; $ 5000
* logo on merchandise, logo displayed on flyers/info graphics, logo displayed at the center, social media shout out, name listed on website
Gold Sponsor; $2500+
* logo displayed on flyers/info graphics, logo displayed at center, social media shout out, name listed on website
Silver Sponsor; $1000 +
*logo displayed at center, social media shout out, name listed on website
Bronze Sponsor; $500 +
*social media shout out, name listed on website
Please indicate whether you’d like to be considered for a 2024 or 2025 sponsor.
Are you wanting to support Renée and/or her family, but not necessarily interested in an annual sponsorships.
You can make a donation to the centre and we will ensure we list your name on the website. It is important for us to recognize your support.
1. You can donate an auction item for our annual fundraiser
2. you can send a financial donation with no pressure of reaching the 'sponsorship limit'
Centre Supporter; up to $500 (including auction items)
name listed on website
By becoming a CENTRE Sponsor, your financial contribution will be directed towards operation costs
The finances will go towards offsetting operation costs. This can be a direct financial donation or a donation of services (i.e. covering website fees/insurance fees, tenant improvements/reno’s such as replacing the carpet, donation of space for our annual event, donation of a service for our annual event)
By becoming a SERVICE Sponsor, your financial contribution will directly contribute to the services offered at the centre.
1 - paying the staff for the drop in program
2 - discounting counselling services offered by the centre’s sister company Prairie Heart Counselling
By becoming a SUPPLY Sponsor, your financial contribution will be used to ensure supplies/items are offered to families.
Some examples;
- kids snacks (gogo squeeze, baby puffs, yogurt, cheese strings etc)
- baby supplies; diapers and wipes to have on hand
- coffee supplies; coffee, sugar, stir sticks etc
- art supplies
- cab vouchers to allow accessible transportation for moms and babies
- many more opportunities
We are so excited for the centre to open and we can start to host everyone. Our hopes are that we can open before Aug 5 2024 and will keep you posted if the timeline moves up!
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