the hospice movement (What is Hospice ? 30 MIN VIDEO)
Historically a hospice was a place where travellers could rest and relax before continuing on their journey. Today the international hospice movement provides palliative and comfort care to individuals living with a terminal or life-limiting illness, and support to their loved ones. |
Many people think that a hospice is a temporary care facility for those nearing end-of-life. In fact, the majority of hospice societies do not operate hospice homes or hospice beds at all, spending their time instead offering end-of-life support through volunteer programs, advocacy, and education initiatives.
End-of-life support can include grief and bereavement support, palliative support, wellness check-in calls, dementia and Alzheimer’s support, advance care planning, companionship, caregiver support, and sitting vigils. Support can occur in individuals’ homes, long-term care facilities, hospitals, or in our Supportive Care Centre.