Improving Patient Care at Mental Healthcare Facilities

A Father's Experience: Tragedy and a Call for Change at Mental Health and Psychiatric Centers

Avah was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on October 23, 2006. She lived full-time with her mother on the East Coast and visited her dad in California during the summers and school breaks. Avah was like many young girls, full of life, laughter, love and excitement. She loved dressing up, had a lot of sass, and quickly became a lover of all animals. Energetic and fond of dancing, she adored music and cherished her family, especially her younger cousins and grandma. Avah was daddy’s little girl and loved her visits with her dad and his family, particularly the trips to the family cabin in Bucks Lake, CA. Avah loved water and water sports. Avah brought a positive energy to any room, lighting it up with her spunk and vibrant life.

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The mission of the AVAH Foundation is twofold: To inspire HOPE and provide assistance to children struggling with mental illness

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