Hospice Education Session – Erie Shores Campus

Honouring Indigenous Perspectives at End-of-Life: Culture, Language, and Traditions

This one-hour presentation explores Indigenous perspectives on end-of-life, with a focus on cultural understanding, respect, and wholistic care. Participants will learn about language and terminology related to death and dying, traditional end-of-life rituals, and the role of traditional medicines in Indigenous cultures. The presentation will also introduce the Medicine Wheel, highlighting the cycle of life, the significance of the four directions, seasons, colours, and medicines. This session supports increased cultural awareness and culturally safe approaches when supporting Indigenous individuals, families, and communities at end-of-life.

Speaker: Arlene King, Indigenous Patient Navigator, Windsor Regional Hospital, Cancer Centre

Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Time:  Doors open and a light meal is provided at 5:00 pm; Presentation begins at 5:30 pm

Location: The Hospice Erie Shores Campus, 197 Talbot St. W. – Welcome Centre

For more information, please contact (519) 974-7100 ext. 2277 or email [email protected].

Hospice Education Sessions are generously supported by The Don and Gail Rodzik Education Endowment.