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Organization:
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Hospice Care Ottawa - May Court Hospice
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Address:
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West side Main Entrance
114 Cameron Ave
Ottawa, ON
K1S 0X1
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Map
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Intersection:
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Bank St and Riverdale Ave
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9am-5pm * Service: Daily 24 hours
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Service Description:
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Companionship, respite care, and emotional support to people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-limiting illness
Home Support Program: Comfort and practical support through visiting volunteers
Benefits include:- initial visit by a community nurse for assessment and referral
- volunteer visiting for companionship and practical support
- respite for families up to 4 hours/week
- telephone support
- caregiver support
Day Hospice Program: If an individual is still able to get out of the home and can transfer with minimal assistance, the Day Hospice program can provide a day away for them and a break for the caregiver * offered Tue, Wed or Thu 10am-2pm
Benefits include:- weekly social interaction with peers
- variety of activities may include art, cards, board games, music, reiki or massage
- emotional support
- respite for caregivers
- weekly nurse assessments and communication with physicians as needed
Hospice Residential Care Program: When being at home is no longer possible Hospice Care Ottawa provides 24 hour residential care
Family Support Program: Helps family members and friends care for someone diagnosed with a life-threatening illness * bereavement follow-up available * individual basis or in group settings for adults, youth and children
Bereavement Support: Support through the grieving process by staff and trained volunteers
Programs include:- drop-in groups
- partner/spousal support groups
- retreats
- group walks
- counselling
- information and referral
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Application:
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For referrals or to find out more about community programs, call 613-680-0306 * admission to Residential Hospice is made through health care providers * for more information call 613-260-2906
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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For persons 18 years of age and older diagnosed with a life-limiting illness and their families
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