Hope House Community Hospice
350 Industrial Pkwy South Unit 4 L4G 3V7 Aurora, ON, Canada

Free events for everyone!

Click out this event on Sunday April 18th at 1:30pm! Register at www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-death-cafe-windsor-essex-county

Great opportunities of connection and learning. You can register here:

We don't "move on" from grief. We move forward with it.

We are offering a 6 week bereavement support group for youth who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you would like more information.

We are so proud of the work that we do! And the community rocognizes it <3 http://www.newspapers-online.com///03/current-03-25-01.pdf

The Holidays can be difficult when you are grieving the loss of a loved one. We are hosting a Holiday Gathering and would love for you to join us as we remember and honour the ones we miss. Please RSVP to [email protected]

Finding light in the darkness.. Great event hosted by PalCare..

If it's possible, give into that nap that's calling you. Rest does not have to be resisted, especially when they offer so much healing. [image description: yellow background with the words "Naps provide a healing portal" in orange.] by The Nap Ministry

Please join our *new* group Hope House at Home: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hopehouseathome/ It's a way for the Hope House Hospice community to stay connected and interact with each other even when we are apart!

"The heart of mindfulness means doing our best to navigate our experience, even our crises, with both precision and compassion." https://www.mindful.org/a-guided-walking-meditation-to-mee/

How about this manifesto? What do you think? Does any part or all parts of it speak to you?

"Ride the waves when they come, rest when they calm, keep looking to the horizon."

Hope House is here the best we can to help you feel connected at such challenging and lonely times. We have virtual yoga, meditation, and Qi Gong. Please contact [email protected] to find out about all our wellness programs. https://tinybuddha.com//how-illness-can-be-lonely-what-to/

Who can resist some themed self-care? As the temperature cools and nature prepares for its winter sleep, it might be the perfect time to focus a little attention inward. What kind of Autumn self-care would you add to this list? [image description: Autumn Self-Care... rest and allow yourself breaks, enjoy your favourite beverage, wear socks and warm pjs, try out a new hobby, get creative with pumpkins, write down what you want to let go of, embrace hygge, curl up with a good book, focus on warmth, drink apple cider, go to a farmers' market, take a nature walk.] See more

For those on a bereavement journey, you might be interested in checking out this online conference: Healing Broken Hearts. Hope House Community Hospice is not affiliated with the conference but sharing the information for those who might be interested. Registration closes November 3rd.... https://healingbrokenhearts.ca/

"I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." Each new month brings new possibilities, opportunities, and challenges. A new month is also like a fresh start. What are your hopes for October?

Whether you're living with a life-threatening illness, caring for a loved one, or grieving, we could all give our bodies a little more love for all that they go through each day. Here are some affirmations to try. [image description: a light green background with a white square in the middle. The following affirmations are written in black: I tend to my body with unconditional compassion and care. I am a friend to my body.... I am supported and loved during this process. I most love the parts of me that need love the most right now.] See more

Sometimes it is at the most difficult times in our lives that we are the harshest with ourselves. We invite you to check out this article to learn how you can start practicing self-compassion. https://www.psychologytoday.com//self-compassion-in-chroni

We invite you to try this simple grounding exercise the next time you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed. Notice: 5 things you see 4 things you feel... 3 things you hear 2 things you smell 1 thing you taste See more

Now that school is really underway, here's a quick guide with tips on managing back-to-school time while coping with grief. Find more information here: https://www.dougy.org//pro/back-to-school-with-grief/1772/

Big changes like going back to school can spark big emotions. Not just for the kids. This article provides parents and guardians with some tips on coping with back-to-school time after a death. "It is normal to be nervous about sending your children back to school after a death. This is a big transition, for you and for them." https://whatsyourgrief.com/back-to-school-after-a-death/

Here is a global virtual festival on life and loss. Topics and events range from self-care to caregiving to funeral planning. Many of the events are free to attend. Let us know if you check it out! https://letsreimagine.org/worldwide/schedule

Thoughts are powerful. That's why it can be so important to reframe negative thoughts and/or replace them with more helpful thoughts like the following coping thoughts. Which of the coping thoughts will be most helpful for you right now? [image description: eight multi-coloured squares with different coping thoughts. In the centre there is a large pale peach rectangle with the words "coping thoughts" written in black. The following coping thoughts are listed: I am always impo...rtant, no matter what. I've dealt with harder situations and I know it will get better. This hurts, so I need to be extra kind towards myself. This is tough but so am I. Not everything will go my way but I will try to be flexible. It's not great right now, but it's not the worst thing either. Everything will get better sooner or later. If I stay strong I know I will get through it.] See more

Sometimes you need to put on some soothing sounds and relax for a minute. Try this video for tranquil water sounds and music. https://youtu.be/V1RPi2MYptM [image description: a waterfall and turquoise pond with rocks.]

"Being heard helps. Acknowledgment makes things better even when they can't be made right." Here is a cute and informative animation on how to support someone who is grieving. [image description: a grey frowning bunny stands in front of a night sky, barren trees and grey mountains.]