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Check out our 2024 Annual Newsletter for key updates, news, and consider donating to our Annual Appeal.

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We are committed to providing compassionate,
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Grief & Bereavement Programs

A variety of groups and programs are
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Compassion. Support. Care.

Hospice care for all of Simcoe County.

As a specialized form of healthcare, hospice palliative care aims to relieve suffering and improve the quality of life for those living with a life limiting illness, as well as their families. Hospice palliative care addresses the specific physical, psychological, social, spiritual, and practical issues, and their associated expectations, needs, hopes and fears on an individual basis.

Support is available from the initial diagnosis of the illness for as long as support is required. Most clients come to us after receiving a cancer diagnosis but our supports are available for anyone living with any life threatening illness. This includes, but is not limited to HIV/AIDS, end-stage lung, kidney or heart disease, ALS and advanced neurological conditions.

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24 hour care in a place that feels like home.

At Hospice Simcoe, we are committed to providing compassionate, expert care and support. The residents and families are at the centre of care. We respect the autonomy of the resident and family in the decision-making process and we are here to assist, educate, support and guide you and your family towards a dignified end of life journey and death, where you are comfortable and can feel at home.

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Cope with your grief together, through living and grieving.

Grief is an individual experience, however it does not need to be done alone. Using a person-centred approach Hospice can provide support unique to the individual’s needs, while offering a community where people can openly share in their grief.
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Hospice Simcoe’s Grief and Bereavement Program supports individuals and families who have experienced the death of a loved one within the last 5 years. This support may include case management, peer support programs, and/or psychoeducational groups. If we are unable to support you (ie requested support is beyond our scope), our Social Work team can assist with referring you to another organization.
We are unable to provide medical intervention or advice, clinical counselling, financial assistance, driving services, mental health counselling, legal intervention or advice, or ongoing open-ended counselling.

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Contribute to Hospice Simcoe and make a difference.

Our Volunteers bring warmth, compassion and support to Hospice Simcoe and the families that we serve. We are honoured to have so many incredible individuals who give their time and talents to our residents, clients and their families.

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Hospice Simcoe’s Welcome Book

The staff and volunteers welcome you and your family to Hospice Simcoe.

This Welcome Booklet will give you an overview of our facility, services and the Community Programs & Services we offer. We encourage you, your family, friends and visitors to make this your ‘home away from home’. Hospice Simcoe is committed to creating an inclusive environment, where all traditions, cultures, abilities and lifestyles are celebrated and honoured. Privacy and confidentiality are respected and upheld by all staff and volunteers.

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Latest News

Media, Newsletters, & Stories

Press Release – New Role Supports Barrie’s Dying and Bereaved Homeless Community

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Barrie, July 16, 2024 We are pleased to announce that the Barrie and Area OHT (Ontario Health Teams) Palliative Working Gro...

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Media Release – Tim Hortons week-long Smile Cookie campaign returns on April 29

100% of proceeds from all Smile cookies sold in Barrie and Stoud will benefit Hospice Simcoe and RVH From April 29 to May 5, 100% of the proceed...

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Hospice Simcoe Partners with Seasons Centre for Grieving Children

We are thrilled to share an exciting update with our dedicated community of supporters, clients, and partners.  After extensive planning...

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Our Social Worker and volunteer team provides emotional, spiritual and psychosocial support to dying individuals and their families from the time of diagnosis through to bereavement.

Our Community Programs are available to all ages, whether or not you have had previous contact with Hospice Simcoe.

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