Christmas celebration honours life on palliative care unit
Edmonton General palliative residents and families celebrate their last Christmas together during a special event.
December 18, 2019
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Music is therapy for palliative patients and families
Music therapy at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital helps improve comfort and well-being.
October 14, 2019
Leaving a legacy of love
Dulcina Hospice uses legacy letters to help residents reflect on their accomplishments and share final words with their loved ones.
October 7, 2019
What is palliative care
Palliative care can provide comfort for people during life-limiting illness.
September 30, 2019
Hospice staff recharge in reflection room
A reflection room at Dulcina Hospice gives staff and families space to pause, meditate and pray - a sanctuary amidst the toll and intensity of hospice care.
May 9, 2019
Hospice volunteers create meaningful moments
The journey toward the end of life can be an emotional one. Hospice volunteers help provide support and comfort to residents and their family members.
April 11, 2019
Why advance care planning matters
Creating a personal directive allows you to share your wishes and name who will speak for you if you can’t speak for yourself.
February 21, 2019
Providing support during difficult health journeys
Special hospital rooms keep patients and families together.
February 14, 2019
Helping people live and die well
The theme for the 2018 Palliative Research and Education Day in Edmonton is compassionate communities, a holistic model of palliative care
October 17, 2018
Hospice wedding fulfills last wish
Penny Yake and Derek Werner were married for just 36 hours when Derek died of cancer.
September 24, 2018
How to talk with someone who's dying
Many of us feel uncomfortable speaking to someone who is dying. Those who work with the dying have some advice about how to say goodbye.
June 19, 2018
Hospice provides meaningful end-of-life care
Dulcina Hospice involves families in the care of their loved one
January 22, 2018
Four-legged care team
Many Covenant Health facilities have resident pets or welcome trained therapy animals to meet with patients and residents.
October 2, 2017
Always leave a lamp on
New tools help teams address special needs of the dying and their families
August 31, 2017
Caring for the dying with an open heart
Tracy Lowe, Resident Assistant at Dulcina Hospice, provides compassionate palliative care.
June 24, 2016
