Acclaim Health - Community Support Services - Hospice Care and Bereavement Support

Application

Call or complete online referral form

Eligibility / Target Population

People who need end-of-life care or bereavement supports

Fees

None

Contacts

Carole La Tour - Hospice and Bereavement Counsellor
905-827-8800 ext 2312 * clatour@acclaimhealth.ca
Dee Kearns - Hospice Counsellor
905-827-8800 ext 2313 * dkearns@acclaimhealth.ca

Languages

English

Language Notes

Interpretive Services

Area Served

Halton Region

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services

Emotional, social and spiritual support, companionship, respite care for people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-limiting illness * services provided at home

Hospice Care:

hospice coordinators meet with clients and caregivers in their home to understand their physical and emotional needs * support, educate and connect to resources in the community
trained volunteers can provide respite for caregivers, practical assistance and a listening ear
in-home wellness services include complementary therapies and music therapy

Bereavement support:

bereavement support request available online
one-on-one visit
support groups: spousal/partner loss; adult child loss; mixed loss; virtual drop-in
bereavement resource library in the Oakville office
information on the grieving process
bereavement walking group in Oakville
to register for a group, contact Peggy Helkaa, 905-827-8800 ext 2323

Hospice Palliative Helpline: 905-667-1865

confidential counselling and emotional support by phone or video conference
provide/share resources
facilitate conversations about the goals and plan of care for end of life
support, information and education about grief, and spiritual distress

Candlelight Memorial Service

memorial service evening to remember and honour the persons who passed away
non-denominational service is held annually in May
a committee of community volunteers and staff work together to plan the service each year
contact Patricia Blakeley at 905-827-8800 ext 2300 for more information