BC Hospice Palliative Care
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BCHPCA Lunch & Learn Fundraising Expo Series December 7th 11th, 2020 - 11:30 to 12:30 Come join our week long virtual fundraising expo with leading fundraising speakers on solutions designed to achieve virtual (and non-virtual) fundraising goals for 2021 and COVID recovery.... Community Gaming Grant Global Philanthropic Hopeful Inc SOSJ Community Hospices and more REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us//register/WN_utyUsYHdSIKCpkWMso8ZUw

On November 19th, help us raise awareness for grieving children. Visit our website for more details and resources at https://bchpca.org/childrens-grief-awareness-day-2020/ First Nations Health Authority Provincial Health Services Authority - PHSA Interiorhealth Authority Fraser Health Island Health Vancouver Coastal Health Adrian Dix Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association Hospice Yukon Saskatchewan Hospice Palliative Care Association Palliative Manitoba Hospice & Pallia...tive Care Manitoba Hospice Palliative Care Ontario Alberta Hospice Palliative Care Assn Association québécoise de soins palliatifs Hospice PEI Nova Scotia Hospice Palliative Care Association Camp Kerry Society Canadian Virtual Hospice BC Bereavement Helpline #kidsgrief #BCHPCA See more

November 19th is known internationally as Children's Grief Awareness Day. The blue butterfly represents hope and is used around the world to raise awareness for grieving children and youth who can be the 'forgotten mourners' when someone dies in their family. It is important to let them know we are here for them. In Canada, one child in 50 is bereaved*.#KidsGrief #childrensgriefawarenessday #BCHPCA

Saying goodbye concert campaign video. Join us on November 15th at 7pm, ET. #BCHPCA #CHPCA #hospicecare #palliativecare #covid19impact #endoflifecare #healthadvocate #campaign #fundraising

Many of us associate hospice palliative care with seniors and adults, but children with life-threatening illnesses need that comfort as well. October 13th is National hospice palliative care day for children in Canada! Learn more at www.bchpca.org #BustingtheMyths #HPCforChildren

COVID19 has changed the way we live, work, communicate and die. But this pandemic really provides us with an opportunity to think of our end of life plans. Take the time to consider your Advance Care Plan and remember to include your loved ones in the process. For more information, please visit https://bchpca.org/campaigns/saying-goodbye-2020/ and share with us what saying goodbye means to you at #BCHPCA #CHPCA #hospicepalliativecare#sayinggoodbye Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association

PRESS RELEASE: Volunteers, vital to the future of hospice care and part of the essential care team Pandemic or not Oct 1, 2020 | Front Page, News, Press Release Vancouver, BC, October 1, 2020 at 11:00 am... Hospice palliative care volunteers play an important role in supporting the programs offered by hospice societies across British Columbia. These dedicated volunteers can be found at hospitals, inpatient units, client’s homes and residential care facilities, and in grief support groups in our communities. Like paid staff, hospice volunteers are equally important in the continuum of care and have played a lead hand in the success of hospices since the beginning of time. The BCHPCA has put out a statement highlighting the needs of hospice societies during the pandemic to ensure that hospice volunteers can continue the work they are skilled and trained to do with inclusive protocols and accessibility. View the complete Press Release here: https://bchpca.org//Volunteers-vital-to-the-future-of-hosp

Do you believe our government is doing enough to provide equitable access to Hospice and Palliative Care in the community and other care settings, throughout the Province? Take our two minute survey and tell us more https://bchpca.org/bchpca-elections-2020/

Today is Canada’s National Seniors Day, and BCHPCA truly acknowledges and thanks our seniors’ contributions towards our communities, their families, and society. We encourage everyone to take some time with a senior today and listen to their stories, surely you will learn something while celebrating their day! The government of Canada launched over 1,000 additional community-based projects through the New horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). Call for proposals for community...-based projects is open until October 20, 2020, and organizations can apply for funding for projects that offer COVID-19 support activities for seniors. For further details on how to apply, visit: https:/www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/new-horizons-seniors.html #nationalseniorsday #healthcare #BCHPCA #hospicecare #canada #frontlineworkers #caregivers #healthcarevolunteer

Prince George Hospice adapting to support families during Covid-19

It’s International Self-Care day and BCHPCA would like to encourage frontline workers, volunteers, and caregivers to take a break at some point of the day to prioritize your well-being and practice self-care. There are several ways that may work for you; such as, calling an old friend, listening to happy music, going for a walk, reflecting on your self-improvement, virtually visiting a long time companion, meditating or simply expressing how you feel at the moment. What are you doing to take a break? Are you celebrating? Please visit our campaign page for more information and ways to celebrate International Self-Care Day. Share with us what you do at #BCHPCA #iselfcare https://bchpca.org/campaigns/international-self-care-day/

Losing someone that we care about can strongly impact our life. Grieving is a natural process of loss and can be an ongoing feeling that needs constant awareness and self-monitoring. BCHPCA can provide resources for you to overcome this phase by connecting you to our hospices within our communities that have trained volunteers, counsellors, and spiritual support. Please visit our campaign page to learn more about grieving and life after death. Share with us what you do at #BCHPCA #iselfcare https://bchpca.org/campaigns/international-self-care-day/

People in your life have a huge impact on your mental health, physical health, and happiness. Building and nurturing connections gives us a sense of belonging. Who brings a sense of belonging or sunshine into your life? Please visit our website https://bchpca.org/ for more information on staying connected. And share with us what you do at #BCHPCA #iselfcare #hospicecare #palliativecare

BCHPCA would like to thank frontline workers, caregivers, and volunteers who have been taking care of our most vulnerable populations in our communities during these unprecedented times. Putting the needs of others comes easily to frontline workers; however, taking care of your well-being is equally important in order to take care of others. Please visit our campaign page to learn more about self-care tips. Share with us what you do at #BCHPCA #iselfcare

International Self-Care Day comes at a time when our community has all been impacted by COVID-19. Visit the BCHPCA website this week for daily tips on the importance of self-care for Caregivers, Volunteers and Frontline workers. Share with us what you do at #BCHPCA #iselfcare

The BCHPCA pauses to reflect and remind our hospice providers and the palliative care community of the role they play within marginalized communities and what we may do as a first step in becoming aware of our implicit biases. Please click on the link below for our "Statement of Care" release https://bchpca.org/bchpca-black-indigenous-lives-matter/

Across the province Hospice staff and volunteers are making a difference Victoria Hospice

https://bchpca.org/bchpca-covid-19-hospice-impact-report/ The British Columbia Hospice Palliative Care Association (BCHPCA) has launched its COVID19 Hospice Impact Report on May 29, 2020, to provide a snapshot look into the impacts that hospices have been undergoing since the pandemic. This report is to highlight the three critical areas impacted: Donor and fundraising, Service and Program Delivery and Volunteer retention along with recommendations.

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