Our History
Healing Horizons for FND (HHFFND) was created in response to a clear need across Canada: people living with Functional Neurological Disorder and their families often struggled to find support that was calm, accessible, age-appropriate, and free from stigma.
Many individuals felt isolated. Children and teens lacked specialized support. Caregivers were overwhelmed. Professionals sought clearer, consistent resources. Clear gaps remained in accessible, age-appropriate, and trauma-informed FND support across Canada. HHFFND was created to help address those gaps.
From its earliest planning, HHFFND was grounded in:
- compassion
- trauma-informed principles
- accessibility
- clarity
- evidence-aligned education
- age-specific support
- collaboration with professionals
The goal was simple: to create a steady, reassuring community for anyone affected by FND.
HHFFND began as a vision for community programs and grew into a federally incorporated Canadian nonprofit with structured governance, safety policies, nationally available educational resources, and planned support offerings.
Through ongoing development, the organization is expanding:
- planned age-group programs
- coping resources
- collaboration with healthcare and education sectors
- public awareness
- plans for volunteer-led support
This foundation positions HHFFND for long-term sustainability and national impact.
Moving Forward
Our history is just beginning, and every person who visits, participates, or supports HHFFND becomes part of that story. Together, we are shaping a future where people living with FND feel supported, understood, and safe.