Quebec launches new health-care agency in bid to improve services (saskNOW)
‘A new Crown corporation has officially taken the reins of Quebec’s health-care system as part of the provincial government’s effort to reduce emergency room wait times and surgery wait lists.’
Weyburn couple’s ‘impossible situation’ going before Question Period: Sask NDP (Discover Weyburn)
‘Now, with a terminal diagnosis of COPD, [a local man] is being forced to choose between paying for his Hospice care and paying rent for his home, which he shares with his wife of 41 years, Teresa.’
Canada Post Strike Impacts Hospice Fundraising Efforts Throughout Canada
Canada Post strike impacts Christmas donations to Nipissing Serenity Hospice (North Bay Nugget)
Canada Post strike — here’s how you can still support Home Hospice North Lanark (The Millstone)
Postal strike taking a bite out of hospice gift-giving campaign (Bradford Today)
Dr. Clown Foundation celebrating life in Montreal palliative care units (CityNews Montreal)
‘Making meaningful connections, providing friendship and comfort, the Dr. Clown Foundation has been doing this for hospitalized patients of all ages and seniors in long-term care facilities since 2002 — and now they’re also celebrating life with palliative care patients in Montreal.’
More supports needed for hospice care in rural Alberta, report says (CBC News)
‘More funding needed to keep residents in home communities, says report from Rural Municipalities of Alberta.’
Caregiver says rules deterred her from getting help for B.C. woman who starved to death (The Globe and Mail)
‘Florence Girard’s caregiver has told a British Columbia coroner’s inquest she was deterred from getting help before Girard starved to death by policies about respecting the rights of people living under their home-sharing arrangement.’
What to say when someone is grieving is tricky. Sometimes actions speak louder than words (The Globe and Mail)
“Widowhood confused me and everyone around me was just as flummoxed about how to deal with a young widow. Those close to me rallied around to try and help, providing me space to wallow and a supportive shoulder to cry on when needed. But everyone outside my circle was at a loss for comforting words when I revealed my relationship status.”
Communities in Ontario receive provincial funding for hospice beds
Province uncovers funding for two new beds at Hospice Simcoe (Barrie Today)
Province funding four ‘meaningful’ new hospice beds in region – Additional beds will be at hospices in Rama, Penetanguishene, Severn. (Orillia Matters)
St. Joseph’s Hospice Sarnia-Lambton approved for three new beds (The Observer Sarnia)
Province approves funding for six hospice beds in Wellington County (Guelph Today)
New funding puts four additional beds in Andy’s House (South Muskoka Doppler)
Province announces new funding for Huron Shores Hospice in Tiverton (Shoreline Beacon)
Journey Home Hospice Windsor Receives Critical Funding To Support End-Of-Life Care For Vulnerable Populations (windsorDOTca)
‘Journey Home Hospice, a specialized program of Saint Elizabeth Foundation, received significant funding support to continue providing compassionate end-of-life palliative care for individuals experiencing homelessness and structural vulnerabilities.’
Should Canada follow the UK’s lead on social care? (Canadian Affairs) [Free account required]
‘The UK is contemplating a National Care Service to improve how social care is offered. Does Canada need something similar?’
Innovative Partnership Transforms Hospice Care with New Technology (Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre)
‘Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) along with four local hospices – Hospice Muskoka (Port Carling), Hospice Huronia (Penetanguishene), Hospice Simcoe (Barrie), and Hospice Georgian Triangle (Collingwood) – [were] proud to announce the implementation of a new collaboration that will significantly enhance the flow of information and transform the hospice experience.’
Hospice Harmonies leave a legacy by writing and singing about what makes Cape Breton special (Nova Scotia Health)
‘In the fall, the group released its latest song “Reflections on a Cape Breton Summer.” The song’s lyrics, written by the group, highlight all the things that make Cape Breton summers special from collecting sea glass to campfires to picking blueberries for pies.’
Advanced care planning with Hospice Georgian Triangle (Collingwood Today)
‘Talking about end-of-life wishes can be daunting for many people, but Hospice Georgian Triangle encourages individuals and families to consider the benefits of advanced care planning sooner rather than later.’
‘Julie Diner is the only outreach worker with the Palliative Advocacy and Care Team (PACT). The program is led by Hospice Northwest and NorWest Community Health Centres (NWCHC) in partnership with several other organizations. [. . .] Those involved conduct virtual rounds with vulnerably-housed clients to assess their needs for health care and social services. Diner’s job is to make sure they get from Point A to Point B and provide support along the way.’
CHPCA Announces 25 Recipients for the King Charles III Coronation Medal (Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association)
‘CHPCA is happy to announce 25 recipients of the King Charles III Coronation Medal. As a nominating partner organization for the Coronation Medals, CHPCA is proud to recognize these champions for hospice palliative care from across Canada with this honour.’
Palliative care co-ordinator in P.E.I. recognized for efforts to educate health workers, community (CBC News)
‘Palliative care wasn’t on Susan Doucette’s radar as a job prospect when she graduated from nursing school, but all it took was a short time working in the field. “I really liked the work and just felt like it was where I fit… and felt like I could really do some good work,” she said. [. . .] Her prediction that she could do good work in the profession has certainly come to pass. Doucette was recently awarded a King Charles III Coronation Medal for her leadership in advancing palliative care in the province.’
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