06/09/2026
For James, a walk in the park is more than just a walk, it's a sign of progress in his recovery journey following brain surgery.
While in utero, James had a stroke on the left side of his brain, resulting in daily seizures. At just one year old, he underwent a hemispherectomy that stopped the seizures and greatly improved his quality of life. Since then, every new achievement has become what his family calls an "inch stone,” a small but meaningful step forward worth celebrating.
During his rehabilitation at Holland Bloorview, James found joy in the therapy pool, music therapy, the therapeutic playroom and the Snoezelen room. Through play, exploration and meaningful connections with his care team, he continued to build skills and confidence throughout his recovery.
"Holland Bloorview was like no other hospital because the overall morale was always positive," says James' mom, Amanda. "It was a happy, positive environment, and that made our time there much easier."
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