Overview of programs and Services:
Volunteers are recruited, screened, trained and mentored to provide Hospice Volunteer Visiting service which offers emotional, practical, social, spiritual, and respite involvement with client and family.
What languages are your services offered in?:
English French
Is your program designated as a hospice palliative care program/service?:
Yes
What population of hospice palliative care patients/clients does your program/service currently serve?:
Adults
Other (please specify):
Primarily adults but would be available for all ages
What are your admission/referral criteria?:
Diagnosed with progressive life limiting illness PPS 60% or less
Your hospice palliative care program/service provides support and/or care for the following:
Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Infectious Diseases (ie HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis-C) Neurological Disorders Renal Disease Respiratory Disease Care for all conditions Anticipatory Grief and Bereavement Emotional/Spiritual Support
Other (please specify):
Respite
How would you answer the following question if asked by a patient, client, resident and/or family? "What can you do for me?":
We would try to identify any issues or concerns you or your family might have related to your illness and how we can best help you.
Bereavement:
Upon Request
Respite Care:
Upon Request
Dedicated Staff
Volunteer Support:
Dedicated Staff
