Emotional, social and spiritual support, companionship, respite care for people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-limiting illness * services provided at home

Hospice Care

• hospice coordinators meet with clients and caregivers in their home to understand their physical and emotional needs * they listen, support, educate and connect to resources in the community
• trained volunteers can provide much needed respite for caregivers, practical assistance and a listening ear
• in-home wellness services include complementary therapies and music therapy

Provides trained staff and volunteers to support individuals who are experiencing grief and loss through the death of a loved one * volunteer opportunities and training available

Bereavement support:

• bereavement support request available online
• one-on-one visits
• support groups: spousal/partner loss; adult child loss; mixed loss; virtual drop-in
• bereavement resource library in the Oakville office
• information on the grieving process
• bereavement walking group in Oakville

Hospice Palliative Helpline: 905-667-1865

• confidential counselling and emotional support by phone or video conference
• provide/share resources
• facilitate conversations about the goals and plan of care for end of life
• support, information and education about grief, and spiritual distress