Mission
To create a safe and supportive school-space system where we promote and restore emotional health through education and therapeutic supports.
About Us
A rescue mission built on heart.
The Heartrose Care Club is a school-based emotional wellness initiative dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and providing support to students. It was founded in response to the growing need for emotional care among students — recognizing the impact of mental health on academic performance and social well-being. Heartrose is an initiative of Heartrose Care Foundation under the umbrella of Heartrose Leadership Academy.
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Read our storyVision
To cultivate a culture of emotional wellness in schools.
Our Ambition
Build a culture of wellness in schools.
One of our ambitions is to build a culture of wellness in schools among counsellors, teachers, student leaders and students. This is a rescue mission — from depression, suicide and their associative ills.
Roles & Responsibilities
Heartrose Leadership Academy shall:
- Provide training and resources for club leaders and members.
- Assist in planning and implementing wellness-focused activities.
- Conduct periodic assessments to measure impact and effectiveness.
- Offer mentorship and support for the club's sustainability.
Governance & Meetings
The Heartrose Care Club has a student leadership team including a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Outreach & Wellness Coordinator. Regular meetings are held weekly or bi-weekly to plan and review activities, and an annual report is prepared to evaluate progress and outcomes.
Our Core Values
Triple E and C.
01
Educate
Educate staff and students to identify early symptoms of depression and report for early diagnosis and treatment.
02
Emotional Empowerment
Effective emotional enlightenment and empowerment for those already suffering from depression on how to manage, control and overcome.
03
Enhance
Enhance the ability of patients to give their best in academic, family, workplace and society at large, thereby enhancing life expectancy.
04
Care
Giving care, attention and affirmation through counseling and therapeutic supports.
05
Curb
Curb suicidal tendencies, social vices and menace lifestyles in our schools and communities.
06
Complement
Complement the work of the school counsellor with emphasis on emotional health.
Why Heartrose Care Club?
The evidence — and the heart — behind our work.
Research shows that emotional care clubs in schools positively impact students' mental health and well-being — providing a safe space to discuss emotions, learn coping mechanisms and develop strong social connections.
Schools that implement mental-health support systems see a significant increase in students' academic achievements and attendance rates.
Emotional care clubs create a safe environment for students to process experiences and build resilience.
They offer a preventive platform with peer support and professional guidance to mitigate risks.
Stronger social connections: positive peer relationships and a sense of belonging.
Reduced bullying and violence: supported and understood students are less likely to engage in violence.
Peer-led support, workshops and resources in an accessible, non-stigmatizing manner.
APA research indicates that addressing emotional well-being in youth reduces future mental health risks and promotes better social, emotional and economic outcomes in adulthood.
Early intervention reduces societal costs associated with untreated mental health.