Client Services
“My mom looked forward to her weekly visits with her hospice volunteer. When mom died we were given letters my mom had written to each of the family members with the help of the volunteer. What a gift!”
Who Do We Serve?
Hospice services, resources and programs are available to residents of Georgina and Georgina Island. Hospice clients range in age from children to older adults and include their families and caregivers. There is no fee for services and you do not need an OHIP card. Hospice serves people with any life threatening/life limiting illness, and those experiencing grief and bereavement. Contact our Client Care Coordinator to discuss your situation.
“I want to thank your organization for all the support you gave to my mother. Also a big Thank You to her volunteer. My mom liked her a lot. She is a wonderful person. Thank you again.”
“It was helpful to have a caring companion visit my dad on a weekly basis. They laughed and talked and it was a comfort to know he had someone who shared common interests and someone he could talk to about any of his concerns or needs.”
Our Services
Visiting Volunteers
Following an initial assessment, the Coordinator will work to match a trained volunteer to start in-home visits. Volunteers support people through non-medical support including conversation, silence, a gentle hand or foot massage, offering a cup of tea, or providing respite to a tired caregiver. A volunteer is able to visit in the client's home, long-term care facility, retirement community, or other accommodations.
Examples of how a visiting volunteer may help:
Companionship and active listening
Running errands
Assist with writing, scrap booking of life stories, story telling
Reading out loud, playing cards, doing crafts
Watching TV
Provide respite and support to caregivers
Providing a variety of non-medical comfort and services
Just sitting quietly nearby so you are not alone
Regular telephone check-in
Information and advocacy to navigate systems within Palliative Care
“You matter because you are you, and you matter to the end of your life. We will do all we can not only to help you die peacefully, but also to live until you die.”
Current Programs
Art Heals: The purpose of this program is to provide clients with a creative outlet to express their feelings, thoughts, and emotions. Creating art can help boost your mood, strengthen memory, reduce stress, and build your community.
Caregiver Support Group: If you are a caregiver to a loved one, meet others with a similar experience, share and learn about strategies, coping techniques, and local resources.
Cancer Support Group: This is an empathetic peer support group where individuals facing the emotional and physical challenges of cancer can come together for support and understanding.
Coffee & Chats: Join us with your favourite morning beverage and an hour of socialization. In this program we take a laidback approach of talking about life and wellbeing.
Day Hospice: This group is open to any adult living with a life-limiting illness or chronic condition, who would enjoy meeting others who may understand their experiences. During this program, participants have a chance to socialize, participate in activities, listen to experts speak on important topics, and have lunch together.
Drop-In Grief Group: Participants may attend when they are able without having to commit to each session. It might be more difficult for those who are newly grieved, yet all are welcome to attend. (Virtual only, Zoom)
Georgina Parkinson‘s Support Group: Meet with others facing a Parkinson’s diagnosis to share experiences, challenges, and resources. In collaboration with Parkinson Canada.
Grief Support: If you are experiencing a loss of a loved one, our trained staff and volunteers provide individual support. (Office visits & phone calls)
Guest Speakers: Various important topics related to health and aging.
Individual Support: Trained volunteers provide non-medical support through conversation, playing games, silence, having a cup of tea, or providing respite to a tired caregiver. A volunteer is able to visit in the client's home, long-term care facility, retirement community, other accommodations, or phone calls. (Home visits & phone calls)
Paint Class: A guided paint class for relaxation and fun.
Reiki & Reflexology: Reiki is a form of energy healing. Reflexology looks at the hands and the feet as the windows to the body. By appointment only.
Sunday Serenity Social: Gather with friends and peers to play games and chat while enjoying tea, coffee, and snacks. Free to hospice members, $2 donation for community members.
Wings Virtual World Tour: Step into a world of adventure and culture with our immersive Virtual Reality Travel Experience! Travel without ever leaving Georgina using our new VR headsets. Experience the culture of each location through traditional foods, trivia, and games.
Our programs are funded by United Way of Greater Toronto. All our programs are free to hospice clients and volunteers.
Making the most of life includes making decisions that are right for you and your family. The experienced team at Hospice Georgina will work with you to assure you receive the comfort, understanding and support you need.