Windsor Essex Hospice

ES - Beyond the Plate: Cooking For One
2024-10-23 12:30 - 14:00, 2024-11-20 12:30 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Erie Shores Campus Welcome Centre, 197 Talbot Street West, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 1N8
The purpose of this group is to provide the components of a grief support group in a culinary setting. Participants will learn a set of skills that promote healthy grieving techniques for discovering meaning and purpose in coping with a new daily reality. The workshops include help with meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, eating alone, and many other areas that can trigger grief.

Criteria: Participants who have experienced a death within the last year.
Dates: Feb. 28 | Mar. 20 | Apr. 24 | Oct. 23 | Nov. 20
Time: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Onsite Only at the Erie Shores Campus – Welcome Centre
Maximum Number of Participants: 5
Registration: This is a closed group. Please call 519-974-7100 to register.

Inter-Faith Symposium
2024-10-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
Presented by the Inter-Faith Group of Windsor and Essex County

Topic: Spirituality at the End of Life – An Inter-Faith Perspective
Date: Sunday, October 27, 2024
Time: Registration 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Presentations 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County, 6038 Empress St., Windsor – Administrative Building #600

If you are interested in learning about the important role spirituality and faith plays in our end-of-life journey, come join us for this discussion. Several representatives from a variety of faith traditions will share their perspective on this important topic.

Space is limited so please RSVP to Dr. Norman King: call (519) 980-9853 or email nking@uwindsor.ca

Sponsored by The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County.

W - Knit/Crochet-Along
2024-10-28 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-04 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-02 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-01-06 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-01-13 10:00 - 11:30 and 2 more dates | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
Virtually and Onsite at the Windsor Campus

Opportunity to relax and meet others who share similar interests, while learning/enhancing a skill.

Criteria: Hospice Volunteer Services and Wellness Programs are offered to patients and caregivers diagnosed with a life-threatening illness within the past two years. Programs & Services are provided by qualified Hospice Volunteers, and all Hospice programs and services are offered free of charge to clients in our community
Date(s): Mondays, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM, Weekly
Location: Virtually and Onsite at the Windsor Campus
Registration: 519-974-7100

W - Beyond the Plate: Cooking for One
2024-10-30 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-11-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
The purpose of this group is to provide the components of a grief support group in a culinary setting. Participants will learn a set of skills that promote healthy grieving techniques for discovering meaning and purpose in coping with a new daily reality. The workshops include help with meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, eating alone, and many other areas that can trigger grief. This series runs monthly on the last Wednesday of each month (with some exceptions).

Criteria: Individuals who have experienced a death within the last year.
Date(s): Feb. 28 | Mar. 27 | Apr. 24 | May 29 | Sept. 25 | Oct. 30 | Nov. 27
Location: Onsite Only at the Windsor Campus
Registration: This is a closed group. Please call 519-974-7100 to register.

Caboto's Charity Pasta Nights
2024-11-06 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-12-04 16:00 - 19:00 | Giovanni Caboto Club, 2175 Parent Ave, Windsor, Ontario, N8X 4K2, Canada
On the first Wednesday of each month, the Giovanni Caboto Club will be hosting their Charity Pasta Night in support of local organizations, including our Hospice.

Date(s): Jan. 3 | Feb. 7 | Mar. 6 | Apr. 3 | May 1 | June 5 | July 3 | Aug. 7 | Sept. 4 | Oct. 2 | Nov. 6 | Dec. 4
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Giovanni Caboto Club – Caboto Hall

Takeout is also available. For more information, please call (519) 252-8383.

W - Good Grief Café: Psychoeducational Support Group
2024-11-07 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-11-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
The purpose of the group is to provide education on particular topics related to grief and create supportive connections through conversation and sharing with other group members.

Criteria: This group is open to adults (18 and over) who have lost a significant other and were involved in palliative or Hospice care within the last year, either in the community or at the Hospice Residence
Location: Hospice Windsor Administration Building #600
Registration: Please call (519) 974-7100 to register through Intake.

Dates: Feb. 15 | March 14 | April 11 | May 9 | June 6 | Sept. 12 | Oct. 10 | Nov. 7
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
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Evening Dates: Sept. 26 | Nov. 21
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

W - Children's Wellness Group
2024-11-14 16:00 - 17:00, 2024-12-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
PRESENTED BY:
Taylor Wright (CYC, BSW, MSW, RSW)

This is an open psychoeducational support group for children to gain an understanding of the importance of self care and wellness. Participants will be given the opportunity to learn coping strategies and improve emotional regulation skills. Groups will take place each month, onsite at the Hospice, Windsor Campus.

Criteria: Children ages 6-12 that have a loved one with a life-limiting or life-altering diagnosis and/or children that have experienced a loss within the past year caused by a life-limiting diagnosis.
Dates: Feb. 7 | Mar. 7 | Apr. 4 | May 2 | Jun. 6 | Sept. 6 | Oct. 4 | Nov. 14 | Dec. 11
Time: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Location: Hospice Windsor Campus – Children’s Home

ES - Good Grief Café: Psychoeducational Support Group
2024-11-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-12-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Erie Shores Campus Welcome Centre, 197 Talbot Street West, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 1N8
Onsite Only at the Erie Shores Welcome Centre.
The purpose of the Good Grief Café is to provide an opportunity for participants to listen and share with one another about their experiences and challenges while grieving a loved one. They will be held once a month in a casual setting where coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided, under the facilitation of the Spiritual Care Coordinator.

Criteria: This group is open to adults (18 and over) who have lost a significant other and were involved in palliative or Hospice care within the last year, either in the community or at the Hospice Residence
Dates: Jan. 19 | Feb. 16 | Mar. 15 | Apr. 19 | May 17 | Jun. 21 | Jul. 19 | Aug. 16 | Oct. 18 | Nov. 15 | Dec. 2 (Please note: no group in August/September)
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Hospice, Erie Shores Campus – Welcome Centre

For more information or to register, please call (519) 974-7100.

ES - Coping with the Holidays
2024-11-29 | Erie Shores Campus Welcome Centre, 197 Talbot Street West, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 1N8
A PRESENTATION FOCUSING ON PREPARING FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON WHILE GRIEVING THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE

Criteria: This group is open to adults (18 and over) who have lost someone and were involved in palliative or Hospice care within the last year, either in the community or at the Hospice Residence.
Date: Friday, November 29th, 2024
Time: 12:00 PM – Complimentary Light Lunch | 12:30 PM – Presentation Begins
Location: Erie Shores Hospice – Welcome Centre, 197 Talbot St. W, Leamington, ON

Registration deadline is Wednesday, November 27th, 2024.
For more information or to register, please call (519) 974-7100.

Giving Tuesday
2024-12-03 | Ontario
What is Giving Tuesday?
Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. The idea caught on, and has grown around the world, inspiring hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Whether it’s making someone smile, helping a stranger, or giving to those who need our help, every act of generosity counts, and everyone has something to give.

How Can You Help?
On this Giving Tuesday, we’re asking you to Give Your Night and provide one night of care and comfort for a patient and their family at our Hospice. One night of care in our Hospice Residence costs $150 – each donation makes a difference, giving peace of mind to those entering our Hospice Residence that all costs will be covered, and they can focus on what is most important.

Will You Give Your Night?
If you would like to Give Your Night and help support our Hospice this Giving Tuesday, please call (519) 974-7100 to donate over the phone or click here to donate online.

W - Surviving the Holidays Grief Group
2024-12-12 11:00 - 12:30 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
The holidays can prove to be a difficult time of year for anyone grieving. This group will focus on discussing coping strategies around navigating the holiday season alone or with loved ones after experiencing a loss. Participants will be given resources on how to navigate this difficult time, including coping with painful emotions, handling social events or traditions, and more. There will be a brief candle lighting ceremony for those who wish to participate.

Date: December 12, 2024
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County – 6038 Empress St., Windsor – Administration Building #600
Criteria: The event is facilitated by the Hospice of Windsor Psychosocial Team and is open to those ages 18 and above, who have had a loved one die within the last year.
Maximum Participants: 20

For more information or to register, please call (519) 974-7100.

Hockey for Hospice Tournament
2024-12-27 - 2024-12-29 | Ontario
ABOUT HOCKEY FOR HOSPICE
Hockey for Hospice is held every year from December 27th to December 29th. The tournament hosts approximately 2,000 young hockey players annually, ranging from ages 4-14, at a number of local arenas. Each of the players collect pledges from friends and family, and to date, they have raised more than $5.2 million for Hospice.
Hockey For Hospice not only allows children to take part in a fun, well-organized hockey tournament, it also teaches them the importance of giving back to their community from a young age. The Hockey for Hospice Committee is made up of dedicated volunteers who work year-round to ensure a fabulous event and are always looking for opportunities to grow and improve.
For more information, to register your team today, or to support a player, please visit www.hockeyforhospice.com.

ES - Good Grief Café: Psychoeducational Support Group
2025-01-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Erie Shores Campus Welcome Centre, 197 Talbot Street West, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 1N8
Onsite Only at the Erie Shores Welcome Centre.
The purpose of the Good Grief Café is to provide an opportunity for participants to listen and share with one another about their experiences and challenges while grieving a loved one. They will be held once a month in a casual setting where coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided, under the facilitation of the Spiritual Care Coordinator.

Criteria: This group is open to adults (18 and over) who have lost a significant other and were involved in palliative or Hospice care within the last year, either in the community or at the Hospice Residence
Dates: Jan. 17 | Feb. 21 | Mar. 21 | Apr. 25 | May 16 | June 20 | July 18 | Aug. 15 | Sept. 19 | Oct. 17 | Nov. 21 | Dec. 19
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Hospice, Erie Shores Campus – Welcome Centre
Maximum Participants: 10-12 participants; participants can join for any or all sessions

For more information or to register, please call (519) 974-7100.

January Education Session
2025-01-28 17:00 - 18:30 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
Applying a Trauma-Informed Approach in Palliative Care
This presentation will review what trauma can look like in a palliative care setting as well as identify strategies that healthcare providers can apply when supporting individuals experiencing death and dying. The definitions of trauma, trauma informed care, and vicarious trauma will also be explored.

Date: Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Format: Webinar – Participants can attend via Zoom either individually or as part of a viewing group hosted at either the Erie Shores or Windsor Campus. The Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
Time: Doors open and a light meal is provided at 5:00 pm for the on-site viewing groups

Erie Shores Campus (197 Talbot St. W., Leamington) – Welcome Centre
Windsor Campus (6038 Empress St., Windsor) – Administrative Building #600

Presentation begins at 5:30 pm
Presenter: Katrina Dowhan, RSW
Manager of Psychosocial Services, The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County

For more information or to register, please contact (519) 974-7100 ext. 2277 or email lmcdowell@thehospice.ca.

W - Beyond the Plate: Cooking for One
2025-01-29 11:00 - 13:00 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
The purpose of this group is to provide the components of a grief support group in a culinary setting. Participants will learn a set of skills that promote healthy grieving techniques for discovering meaning and purpose in coping with a new daily reality. The workshops include help with meal planning and preparation, grocery shopping, eating alone, and many other areas that can trigger grief. This series runs monthly on the last Wednesday of each month (with some exceptions).

Criteria: Individuals who have experienced a death within the last year.
Date(s): Jan. 29 | Feb. 26 | Mar. 26 | Apr. 30 | May 28 | June 25 | Sept. 24 | Oct. 29 | Nov. 26
Location: Onsite Only at the Windsor Campus
Registration: This is a closed group. Please call 519-974-7100 to register.
