Volunteers are assigned to provide one-to-one support for the person and their family. Bedside vigil service is available to support the family of the person actively dying, to offer respite during this time. An appointment with the 100 Mile District Hospice Palliative Care Society bereavement coordinator can be arranged by calling the Hospice office 250-395-7680. There is no fee for service however donations are appreciated. An extensive resource library located in the Hospice office. Staff will assist people in finding materials that suit their needs.

They are members of the Community who are involved because they care, often having experienced a personal loss as well. Volunteers have been interviewed, provided references, and have a clear criminal record check. They have completed 30 hours of initial education and attend continuing education and support meetings. 

At any time during a life-limiting illness, it is appropriate to discuss all the client’s care options and required services. The decision to accept 100 Mile Hospice services belongs to the client. 100 Mile Hospice staff are available to answer your questions.

The patient and family should feel free to discuss 100 Mile Hospice services at any time with their family doctor, the home care nurses, friends, clergy or other health care professionals.

If this happens, they can choose to end their contact with 100 Mile Hospice. If circumstances change, they can reconnect with 100 Mile Hospice at any time.

The client or family members, the physician, palliative care nurses, mental health worker, social worker, and friends may refer. The client must have agreed to the referral if able. A call to the 100 Mile Hospice Program Manager is all that is needed to begin volunteer services.

Caring for a dying loved one at home can be challenging. Many families have developed a strong network of friends, relatives, and neighbours who can provide some assistance with the care needs. With the added support of the family doctor, palliative care nurses, home support, and hospice volunteers, caring for a loved one can be made easier.

Caring for a dying loved one at home can be challenging. Many families have developed a strong network of friends, relatives, and neighbours who can provide some assistance with the care needs. With the added support of the family doctor, palliative care nurses, and hospice volunteers, caring for a loved one can be made easier.

NO. The 100 Mile Hospice mandate respects the individual’s personal choices and beliefs. Religious needs are left to the individual’s own religious contact.

Hospice Volunteers are committed to providing on-going contact and support to the family after the death of their loved one. Bereavement support is available for one-to-one support in person or via telephone. Resource materials in the office library can be of assistance during the bereavement time as well. The family may stop 100 Mile Hospice services whenever they wish.

Hospice Care Societies provide emotional, social, practical, spiritual, grief, and bereavement support and care. Hospice Care Societies aim to enhance quality of life and maintain dignity for people living with life-limiting illness and those at the end of life, their family, friends, and others affected by their illness or death, as well as people who are grieving. Palliative care is a holistic, patient-centred approach that improves quality of life for people with serious, life limiting illnesses and provides support for their families. Palliative care is designed to relieve suffering and enhance quality of life for patients of  any age facing serious illnesses, such as cancer, kidney disease, or other life limiting conditions, as well as for their caregivers. It is not about hastening death, but about helping people live as comfortably and meaningfully as possible while managing symptoms and emotional, social, and spiritual needs: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/palliative-care.html

100 Mile Hospice is a non-profit organization. Hospice relies on donations and fundraising to run our program. This includes volunteer training, client support, education, grief and bereavement programs, equipment, hospice program, etc. How can I or my group learn more about 100 Mile District Palliative Care Society? Answer: Call 100 Mile District Hospice Palliative Care Society 250-395-7680, on Facebook, community outreach tables and our website.