At Hospice Waterloo Region, our mission is to engage our community to inspire, nurture and comfort the human spirit in life, death and bereavement. We actively invite the community to join us in exploring new ideas, learning important information for their or a loved one’s health care journey, and initiate discussions about quality of life, death, and more.
We invite you to get involved! Please read below to learn about upcoming events hosted by Hospice Waterloo Region.
If you are looking for information specifically about the community fundraisers and events that raise funds to support our programs and services please click here.
January
21jan6:00 pm7:00 pmAdvance Care Planning 101 (Virtual)Hosted by Langs Community Health Centre
Event Details
Regardless of a person’s age or health status, serious accidents and sudden health changes can happen. Imagine you are unable to make your own healthcare decisions…who
Event Details
Regardless of a person’s age or health status, serious accidents and sudden health changes can happen. Imagine you are unable to make your own healthcare decisions…who would decide for YOU?
Join us as we look at health care decision making in Ontario and how Advance Care Planning conversations can help you and your loved ones. This session is all about how the law in Ontario sets up Substitute Decision Making, and what you need to know about choosing your Substitute Decision Maker (SDM). This is essential information you need to know about Advance Care Planning in Ontario. Advance Care Planning – the gift you give each other!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, Jan 21
Time: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Online — this is a virtual event. It is hosted by Langs Community Health Centre.
This session is free and open to the public!
REGISTER TODAY!
There are two registration options:
- Please register in advance at https://forms.office.com/r/UPe34rV0Zr
- Or call Natasha at 519-653-1470 Ext. 319
Time
January 21, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Regardless of a person’s age or health status, serious accidents and sudden health changes can happen. Imagine you are unable to make your own healthcare decisions…who
Event Details
Regardless of a person’s age or health status, serious accidents and sudden health changes can happen. Imagine you are unable to make your own healthcare decisions…who would decide for YOU?
Join us as we look at health care decision making in Ontario and how Advance Care Planning conversations can help you and your loved ones. This session is all about how the law in Ontario sets up Substitute Decision Making, and what you need to know about choosing your Substitute Decision Maker (SDM). This is essential information you need to know about Advance Care Planning in Ontario. Advance Care Planning – the gift you give each other!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday, Jan. 29th
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Ted Wake Centre (Craft room), 31 Kribs St., Cambridge
Hosted by the City of Cambridge, activity number “51292”
This session is open to the public.
REGISTER TODAY!
There are two registration options:
- Registration can be made in person at a Cambridge activity centre
- Or online: CLICK HERE
Note: The cost to attend this session is $4.38.
Time
January 29, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
February
Event Details
Regardless of a person’s age or health status, serious accidents and sudden health changes can happen. Imagine you are unable to make your own healthcare decisions…who
Event Details
Regardless of a person’s age or health status, serious accidents and sudden health changes can happen. Imagine you are unable to make your own healthcare decisions…who would decide for YOU?
Join us as we look at health care decision making in Ontario and how Advance Care Planning conversations can help you and your loved ones. This session is all about how the law in Ontario sets up Substitute Decision Making, and what you need to know about choosing your Substitute Decision Maker (SDM). This is essential information you need to know about Advance Care Planning in Ontario. Advance Care Planning – the gift you give each other!
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Monday, Feb. 3rd
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: New Dundee Community Centre, 1028 Queen Street
This session is open to the public.
REGISTER TODAY!
There are three registration options:
- To register online: CLICK HERE
- Call 519-664-1900
- Or email Rachel [email protected]
Time
February 3, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
“The problem with not talking about death and dying is that we now have no idea what to say or what to do, or how to
Event Details
“The problem with not talking about death and dying is that we now have no idea what to say or what to do, or how to act when this inevitable part of our lives approaches, whether for ourselves or someone we love”
— Katie Duncan, Nurse Practitioner
In this session, we will explore the idea that dying is a normal part of living, and it will impact us all. We describe, in very gentle and understandable terms, the dying process. We clear up common myths that surround symptom management and the dying process. Most importantly, we give participants tips and strategies to provide comfort and support to a person who is dying, as well as their caregivers, so that if/when you are faced with this situation in the future, you will feel safe and comfortable providing support.
Who is this for? For adults.
Trigger warning: this session will explain the dying process and may not be suitable for individuals who are recently bereaved.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, Feb. 6
Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Woolwich Community Health Centre, 10 Parkside Dr., St. Jacobs
This session is free and open to the public.
REGISTRATION
There are two ways to register:
- Please email Tariq: [email protected]
- Or phone 519-664-3794 ext 222
Time
February 6, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
13feb10:00 am11:00 amHospice 101 (Breslau)Join Us at the Breslau Community Centre
Event Details
Most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and/or how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones. We invite you
Event Details
Most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and/or how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones.
We invite you to join us as we explore what hospice palliative care is and what Hospice programs and services look like in the Region of Waterloo and surrounding townships.
ABOUT HOSPICE 101
For close to three decades, Hospice Waterloo Region has been supporting people and their loved ones through life-limiting illness, death and grief through a number of community programs. However, most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones.
We invite you to join us as we share what Hospice’s community outreach looks like, how we have expanded our support to include a 10-bed residence, and what we can do together to help residents and their loved ones to LIVE WELL.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, Feb. 13th
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Location: Breslau Community Centre, 100 Andover Drive
This session is open to the public.
REGISTER
There are three registration options:
- To register online: CLICK HERE
- Call 519-664-1900
- Or email Rachel [email protected]
Time
February 13, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
22feb1:30 pm4:00 pmNavigating a Serious IllnessThis event is for members of the Muslim community
Event Details
Hospice Waterloo Region is proud to partner with the Kinbridge Community Association for an afternoon of information sharing. AGENDA 1:30-2:30 – Dr Amra Noor, Geriatrician: Serious Illness
Event Details
Hospice Waterloo Region is proud to partner with the Kinbridge Community Association for an afternoon of information sharing.
AGENDA
1:30-2:30 – Dr Amra Noor, Geriatrician: Serious Illness and How to Navigate the System
2:30-2:45 – Afternoon break; Light refreshments will be served
2:45-3:45 – Susan Martin, Hospice Waterloo Ambassador: Advance Care Planning /Making health care decisions for a loved one
3:45-4pm – Wrap up/Questions
This is a free event sponsored by the Seniors Community Grant.
EVENT DETAILS
- Day: Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025
- Time: 1:30-4 p.m.
- Location: Kinbridge Community Centre – 200 Christopher Drive, Cambridge
- Cost: Free
- This event is for members of the Muslim community
REGISTRATION
To register, please RSVP below.
Please RSVP by Feb. 17, 2025.
QUESTIONS?
Contact:
Rubina Bilal: [email protected]
Sheli O’Connor: [email protected]; 519-743-4114 ext. 111
Time
February 22, 2025 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
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March
02mar1:30 pm5:00 pmNavigating a Serious IllnessThis event is for members of the Chinese community
Event Details
Hospice Waterloo Region is proud to partner with the Red Maple Association for an afternoon of information sharing. AGENDA 1:30- 2:30 — Dr Day Dai: Introduction to Common
Event Details
Hospice Waterloo Region is proud to partner with the Red Maple Association for an afternoon of information sharing.
AGENDA
1:30- 2:30 — Dr Day Dai: Introduction to Common Health Concerns & Ontario Health Care System for “Elderlies”
Break — Refreshments provided
2:45-3:45 — Dr Zhi Jia: How can palliative care help you get the best care during serious illness?
Break — Refreshments provided
3:45-4:45 — Mini Workshops
4:00- 4:30 — Sheli O’Connor, Hospice Waterloo Region: Advance Care Planning
4:30-5:00 — Donna Lawrence, Pain & Symptom Management Nurse Consultant: Tips on how to care for someone who is seriously ill
EVENT DETAILS
- Day: Sunday, March 2, 2025
- Time: 1:30-5 p.m.
- Location: Lutheran Church, 29 Westmount Rd. S, Kitchener
- Cost: Free
- This event is for members of the Chinese community
REGISTRATION
To register, please RSVP below.
Time
March 2, 2025 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
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Please let us know if you can make it to the event.
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17mar10:00 am11:00 amHospice 101 (New Dundee)Join us at the New Dundee Community Centre
Event Details
Most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and/or how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones. We invite you
Event Details
Most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and/or how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones.
We invite you to join us as we explore what hospice palliative care is and what Hospice programs and services look like in the Region of Waterloo and surrounding townships.
ABOUT HOSPICE 101
For close to three decades, Hospice Waterloo Region has been supporting people and their loved ones through life-limiting illness, death and grief through a number of community programs. However, most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones.
We invite you to join us as we share what Hospice’s community outreach looks like, how we have expanded our support to include a 10-bed residence, and what we can do together to help residents and their loved ones to LIVE WELL.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Monday, March 17
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Location: New Dundee Community Centre, 1028 Queen Street
This session is open to the public.
REGISTER
There are three registration options:
- To register online: CLICK HERE
- Call 519-664-1900
- Or email Rachel [email protected]
Time
March 17, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
“The problem with not talking about death and dying is that we now have no idea what to say or what to do, or how to
Event Details
“The problem with not talking about death and dying is that we now have no idea what to say or what to do, or how to act when this inevitable part of our lives approaches, whether for ourselves or someone we love”
— Katie Duncan, Nurse Practitioner
In this session, we will explore the idea that dying is a normal part of living, and it will impact us all. We describe, in very gentle and understandable terms, the dying process. We clear up common myths that surround symptom management and the dying process. Most importantly, we give participants tips and strategies to provide comfort and support to a person who is dying, as well as their caregivers, so that if/when you are faced with this situation in the future, you will feel safe and comfortable providing support.
Who is this for? For adults.
Trigger warning: this session will explain the dying process and may not be suitable for individuals who are recently bereaved.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Tuesday, March 18
Time: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Location:
- In-Person event: Hosted by Langs Community Health Centre, 1145 Concession Road, Cambridge.
- Online: A link will be provided following registration.
This session is free and open to the public.
REGISTRATION
There are two ways to register:
- Fill out this form: https://forms.office.com/r/PMLvNQdB9w
- Or call Natasha at 519-653-1470 Ext. 319.
Time
March 18, 2025 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
26mar10:00 am11:00 amHospice 101 (Cambridge)Join us at the David Durward Centre
Event Details
Most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and/or how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones. We invite you
Event Details
Most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and/or how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones.
We invite you to join us as we explore what hospice palliative care is and what Hospice programs and services look like in the Region of Waterloo and surrounding townships.
ABOUT HOSPICE 101
For close to three decades, Hospice Waterloo Region has been supporting people and their loved ones through life-limiting illness, death and grief through a number of community programs. However, most people really don’t know what hospice palliative care is and how we can support someone who is dying and their loved ones.
We invite you to join us as we share what Hospice’s community outreach looks like, how we have expanded our support to include a 10-bed residence, and what we can do together to help residents and their loved ones to LIVE WELL.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Wednesday, March 26
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Location: David Durward Centre, 62 Dickson St., Cambridge
Hosted by the City of Cambridge, activity number “51293”
This session is open to the public.
REGISTER
There are two registration options:
- Registration can be made in person at a Cambridge activity centre
- Or online: CLICK HERE
Note: The cost to attend this session is $4.38.
Time
March 26, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Events at Hospice Waterloo Region
Hospice Waterloo Region holds many activities throughout the year for those who are looking for support for themselves or their loved one (blue), community information and education (green) and fundraising events (yellow).
To view the full calendar of these activities, click the below link.