We offer compassionate support for people and their loved ones during this hard time. Learn more about the care options available that brings comfort, respect and emotional support.
Care planningPreparing for and managing the final stages of life, including making informed choices and receiving appropriate care.
After a lossGuidance, resources and comfort to help individuals and their loved ones cope with grief and begin the healing process.
SupportHelp is available for people who are seriously ill and for their caregivers, including financial benefits, time off work and volunteer services that offer comfort and companionship.
Care planning is a way to prepare for your future end-of-life health and personal care. It means thinking about what matters to you, talking with your loved ones and healthcare team and writing down your wishes. This helps make sure your care fits your values and gives you and your loved ones peace of mind.
Palliative and end-of-life care focuses on providing person-centered support for individuals living with serious illness or approaching the final stages of life.
Palliative care can start early, alongside treatment, to ease symptoms and support well-being.
End-of-life care supports people and their loved ones with comfort and care in life’s final chapter.
Visit Palliative & End-of-Life CareThese services are here to help you or someone you care for feel as comfortable as possible, with support for pain, emotions and overall well-being.
We offer caring support and helpful guidance for people and loved ones dealing with loss. These resources provide emotional help, grief counseling and tools to understand and cope with feelings after loss. You’ll also find information about local groups and healing programs.
Help is available for people who are seriously ill and for their caregivers, including financial benefits, time off work and volunteer services that offer comfort and companionship.
You can email your questions or comments about palliative and end-of-life care to pallative.care@ahs.ca, monitored Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays). Someone from our team will aim to reply within 2 business days.
Please do not send personal or health information by email, as it is not secure.
For more information, email: palliative.care@ahs.ca
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