Brenda Agnew
- She / Her / Hers
- Emailagnew@gluckstein.com
- Phone(416) 408-4252 ext. 260
- Fax(416) 408-4235
Bio.
Brenda is the proud mother of two boys, Chase and Maclain. Her son, Maclain, has severe Cerebral Palsy and profound hearing loss as a result of a condition known as Kernicterus, a brain injury that results from untreated jaundice. As a former Gluckstein client herself, Brenda acts as our Client Liaison to support and advise our clients and their families throughout their case.
She tirelessly advocates for better systems and programs for children and individuals with cerebral palsy and other childhood onset disabilities and is passionate about accessibility and inclusion. Brenda has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Easter Seals Ontario, is a school board trustee for the Halton Catholic District School Board and is an active member for volunteer organizations such as CP-Net, CHILD-BRIGHT Citizen Engagement Committee, and the Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee among others.
Expertise.
Education.
- University of Western Ontario, Honours Bachelor of Arts
- Seneca College, Post Graduate Diploma, Human Resources Management
Professional Involvement.
- Community Council for the American Academy of Cerebral Palsy
- CP-Net patient and family advisor
- CHILD-BRIGHT Citizen Engagement Committee
- The Burlington Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Family Ambassador Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
- Family Advisor for the PONDA Network
- Board of Directors Easter Seals Ontario
- HCDSB Special Education Advisory Committee-Chair
Blog & News.
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Brenda’s Corner: Accessible New York City
People who know me, who know my family, know we love travelling and adventures. And while not always an easy undertaking for us with Maclain’s mobility needs, we still love it. The events and restrict...Read More -
Baby Formula Linked to Devastating Bacterial Disease in Premature Babies
As the mother of a premature baby, I learned during our time in the NICU about some of the complications that can occur with infants born before 36 weeks. Those complications are amplified for babies ...Read More -
Brenda's Corner: World Prematurity Day 2021
My first child was born right on time on a Sunday night weighing, 10lbs 3oz. By Tuesday evening, my husband and I were back home with him, staring at each other, wondering what the heck we do now. It ...Read More -
Brenda's Corner: World CP Day
Today is World CP Day. Each year on Oct 6th, we celebrate this day globally by wearing GREEN and taking the time to create awareness and acceptance for those living with Cerebral Palsy and their famil...Read More -
Brenda’s Corner: High-School. A New Chapter.
Maclain is starting Grade 9 next week, and I don’t honestly know where the last ten years have gone. Most parents feel this way, so I know it is typical to look back and wonder how your child is alrea...Read More -
Living With The Emotional Fall Out of Personal Injury
People who have suffered a personal injury due to the carelessness or actions of others not only suffer from physical injuries but also emotional wounds and feelings of injustice, which often remain l...Read More
Events.
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Upcoming
Risky Business - 2022
Risky Business is a CPD-accredited Medical Malpractice Conference designed to educate those who may wish to learn about the complex nature of medical negligence lawsuits.Read More -
Past
Caring for Children with Neurodiversities
Having a child diagnosed with a disability or a child who has sustained a life-altering injury can be complex and challenging for many parents and families.Read More -
Past
Risky Business
Risky Business is a CPD-accredited Medical Malpractice Conference designed to educate those who may wish to learn about the complex nature of medical negligence lawsuits.Read More
Guides & Papers.
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Paper
Caring for your child with special needs
Having a child diagnosed with a disability or a child who has sustained a life altering injury can be a difficult and a challenging experience for many parents and families. Their visions of the futur...Read More
Podcasts & Videos.
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