Chilliwack Hospice Society
Chilliwack Hospice Society is a community based Volunteer organization which accepts death as a part of life. We support individuals and families during the dying and grieving process.
Our Values
· We believe that every person has worth and a right to be treated with gentleness and respect.
· We believe that every person has the potential to experience hope, wonder and joy.
· We believe that diversity and inclusiveness are vital to the strength of our organization.
· We believe that the strength of relationships in our organization is based on trust and open communication.
Hospice is not a place; it is a philosophy.
· Providing sensitivity and support to individuals in need of our services.
· Hospice philosophy emphasizes comfort, dignity and quality of life; affirms life, neither hastens nor postpones death.
· Care from the Chilliwack Hospice Society is available to individuals and families in their home, hospital or community care facility. Chilliwack Hospice Society is a member of the Hospital/Palliative Care Program.
There is no cost to our clients for our services.
· Successfully complete the compressive 30-hour Hospice Volunteer Training Program.
· Sign a pledge of confidentially and undergo a RCMP security check.
· Listening without judging or giving advice.
· Have access to continued education in the field of hospice, palliative care and bereavement support.
· Offer assistance with practical concerns and planning and refer to professionals or other agencies when appropriate.
· Have a wide range of life experience and skills that enable them to offer practical assistance and supportive care to meet the special needs of those facing a life-threatening illness or bereavement.
· Are culturally sensitive and respectful.
· Live in our community.
· Hospice Society Volunteers provide compassionate care and support in a variety of settings—at home, in hospital and in other care facilities.
· Hospice Society Volunteers visit clients and their families and provide companionship to patients, as well as support and respite for caregivers.
· Hospice Society staff and Volunteers help ensure excellence in hospice/palliative Care in
We offer the following services:
· Hospital Visitation
· Home Visitation
· Vigil Support
· One-on-One Support
· Bereavement Follow-up Support
· Bereavement Visitation
· First Step Grief Support Group
· Second Step Grief Support Group
· Children's Grief Support Group
· Resource Lending Library
· Community Workshops
· Ongoing Volunteer Training
· Presentations
· Relaxation Workshops
“You matter to the last moment of your life”
Elizabeth Kubler-Ross
How to Obtain our Services
Referrals to Chilliwack Hospice Society may be made by the patient, family, attending physician, social worker or health care providers.
V2P 1P5
(604) 795-4660
email: info@chilliwackhospice.org