UPDATE SEPTEMBER 5, 2023:
ANDREW WALKED 21K TODAY! IT WAS 32 DEGREES, FELT LIKE 42.
FIRST SIGHTING TODAY:
2:28 p.m. Andrew was seen at Keele and Lawrence Ave, on a side street, seated on the curb, in the shade. This was on North Park Avenue and Keele. The lady offered him water and money but Andrew did not accept. He was eating a sandwich and had gone through a few bottles of juice and water. Andrew was talking to himself.
3:10 p.m. Was at Keele and Wilson standing in the plaza by Tim Horton's.
4:40p.m. Saw Andrew at Keele and Maple Leaf. He was walking south on Keele. Saw him earlier in the day at Rogers Road and Keele.
I believe the song, "You'll Never Walk Alone" is very fitting for our son, Andrew. and me. The photo of Jesus with a young man looks like Andrew. Our son's dream to become a Bank Manager was tossed and blown when he became mentally ill five years ago.
Andrew has suffered immensely through snow storms, cold temperatures, darkness, freezing rain, hail, high winds, torrential downpours, thunder, lighting, and heat waves.
But I believe God has walked every step of the way with Andrew over thousands of miles. He is holding our son in the palm of his hand providing protection. Andrew was a Youth Leader and Deacon at The First Baptist Church, Charlottetown, P.E.I. He was a much loved and respected Assistant Bank Manager.
Here is the link for You'll Never Walk Alone" by the Letterman:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93KD2fb9EFY
HEATWAVE ALERT:
PLEASE BE ON THE LOOKOUT TODAY FOR ANDREW, AND IF YOU CAN, PLEASE PROVIDE HIM WITH WATER, GATORADE, HAT, SUNSCREEN AND SUNGLASSES. THERE IS AN IMPENDING SEVERE HEAT WAVE! PLEASE ENCOURAGE ANDREW TO SEEK A COOL PLACE TO REST.
My worst nightmare came true yesterday and again today when Andrew hit the streets in Toronto again. Andrew is an elite marathon runner. It is obvious that Andrew can not protect himself from the heat. Do you think Andrew will be able to protect himself from cold temperatures, snow storms, freezing rain, and hail this winter?
The heat warning states there is greater risk for people who are exercising outdoors. There are various effects including heat exhaustion, heat stroke, swelling, rash, cramps, and fainting.
The symptom of ANOSOGNOSIA does not permit Andrew to understand that he is seriously ill. This is why he chose to walk yesterday instead of taking refuge.
REMEMBER that two Ontario psychiatrists said Andrew was NO HARM TO HIMSELF OR OTHERS and DISCHARGED HIM AFTER 72 HOURS! This is a prime example how the mental health system works. It needs to be CHANGED SOONER THAN LATER before lives are lost.
PLEASE NOTE
I have missed some sightings because the photo, date, time and location were posted on a Facebook Community Page. Please send PM to me MARLENE BRYENTON - thanks!
I think it best to offer Andrew your generous grocery item. If he politely declines, offer to leave it near Andrew and perhaps he will accept it. He has been politely turning down offers of food, water and money. It seems he will only accept what he feels he needs at the time and refuses to hoard.
It broke my heart to hear our son's voice in the McDonald's video. Andrew was politely trying to decline the $20, but the most kind and generous lady insisted that he accept it.
We have not heard our son's voice since January 2023 in Moncton, N.B., when we pleaded with Andrew to come home and he refused. There was nothing we could do. We did not know when or if we would ever see our son, Andrew again!
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NO UPDATE FROM THE POLITICIANS
There has been no response to my phone call to Premier Doug Ford. I sent another e-mail September 1, 2023. Hon. Sylvia Jones and Hon. Michael Tibollo have not responded to e-mail messages regarding our son, Andrew's medical transfer to P.E.I. There is no cost to Ontario taxpayers. The P.E.I. Government and Andrew's psychiatrist have offered to make all the arrangements and incur the costs that are associated with the medical transfer.
PREMIER DOUG FORD'S MESSAGE
PREMIER DOUG FORD sent me this message August 23, 2023.
"Thanks for reaching out about your son Andrew and his current health situation. I'm sorry to hear about the difficult experiences and challenges you've had to overcome.
With that said, I do appreciate your insight on this matter and take your concerns seriously. I've forwarded your email to the Honourable Sylvia Jones, Minister of Health, for her information."
Thanks again for contacting me.
Doug Ford
Premier of Ontario
c: The Honourable Sylvia Jones
Hon. Sylvia Jones, Minister of Health has the authority to grant a medical transfer order via a provision in the Ontario Mental Health Act.
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ADVOCACY
I have been advised to increase advocacy efforts. Please contact Premier Doug Ford at Premier@Ontario.ca 416-327 4300, I left a message. The other numbers were forwarded to this number.
Hon. Sylvia Jones Sylvia.jones@Ontario.ca 416-327-4300
Hon. Michael Tibollo michael.tibollo@ontario.ca 416-327-4300
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MEDIA COVERAGE
The GLOBE AND MAIL story was written by Marcus Gee and published August 25, 2023.
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LOBBYING EFFORTS
I am lobbying for a P.E.I. Missing Persons Act, P.E.I. Community Treatment Order and Federal Advanced Medical Directive. I have sent e-mails to MP Sean Casey, Premier Dennis King, Hon. Mark McLane, Minister of Health, MLA Susie Dillon, Dr. Javier Salabarria, Medical Director Mental Health & Addictions, and the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Prince Edward Island.
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PLEASE NOTE
PLEASE DO NOT CALL ANDREW BY NAME. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT POLICE UNLESS ANDREW IS IN DISTRESS. MY PROFILE PAGE PROVIDES UPDATES THROUGHOUT THE DAY.
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PLEASE BRING ANDREW BRYENTON HOME TO P.EI.
THE GOAL OF 7500 WAS REACHED TODAY! PLEASE CONTINUE TO SIGN. THANK YOU EVERYONE!
The PLEASE BRING ANDREW BRYENTON HOME TO PEI PETITION has received 7545 signatures so far. These are caring and compassionate residents of Ontario and Prince Edward Island. Here is the link: https://chng.it/TMKMZfHH2p It is fast and free.
Change.Org states that with 7,500 signatures, this petition is more likely to get a reaction from the decision makers. PLEASE HELP SURPASS THE GOAL OF 7500!
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MANY THANKS TO THE RESIDENTS OF ONTARIO
We are most thankful to the people of Ontario who are caring for our son, Andrew, by providing him with food, water, money and clothing as well as giving me daily sightings.
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MEDIA COVERAGE
The TORSTAR YORK REGION.COM story written by Kim Zarzour was published Saturday, August 26, 2023. The headline was, "GUT-WRENCHING NIGHTMARE": FROM P.E.I. TO TORONTO MOTHER SEARCHES TO HELP. HER HOMELESS SON The second part was published August 31, 2023. https://twitter.com/kimzarzour/status/1697226704505201017
Kim advised me that Andrew's story was the most read on September 1, 2023!
Charlottetown CBC reporter, Jessica Doria-Brown, contacted me and advised that she is working on Andrew's story.
A Toronto Star reporter contacted me. I hope to hear from them soon.
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MARVIN ROSS BLOG
A blog was written by Marvin Ross entitled, WHY ONTARIO'S MENTAL HEALTH ACT IS DEFICIENT - THE TALE OF A HOMELESS MAN WHO SHOULDN'T BE HOMELESS. Here is the link: https://dawsonross.wordpress.com/
Marvin submitted Andrew's story to the Hamilton Spectator, August 31, 2023. https://twitter.com/dysdads/status/1697221154971279544?s=20
Learn how Toronto has reacted with compassion to the story of Andrew the homeless PEI man with untreated mental illness compared to the sad response to people who suffer from homelessness in Hamilton.
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ANDREW'S ANGEL TEAM
I have a team of very gifted and talented individuals who are guiding, encouraging and supporting me daily. The list is extensive.
In particular, I wish to thank Maureen Trask, Advocate for Missing Persons. Maureen's son, Daniel, went missing and unfortunately was discovered deceased. Maureen facilitates a Peer Support Group for Missing Persons. I am a member of that group. Maureen also successfully lobbied for the Ontario Missing Persons Act with the assistance of MPP Catherine Fife.
Also, I wish to thank Kerry McLane, volunteer investigator with the PLEASE BRING ME HOME ORGANIZATION. Kerry helped search for Andrew in Ontario. In addition, Kerry suggested I start the PLEASE BRING ANDREW BRYENTON HOME TO P.E.I. PETITION.
TWITTER ASSISTANCE NEEDED
Joey Killorn's post stated: " I have gone to Twitter on this and lobbying all sorts of people. I am @KillornJoe feel free anyone on this group St Clair West Residents Group to repost, repost and repost again the post on twitter I have put up. When you re post tag politicians, news media and anyone of relevance then please insert the #bringandrewhome2 PEI. Thankyou for all your support that you have given Marlene Bryenton and continued prayers for Andrew, thankyou and Godspeed Thats @KillornJoe X or Twitter."