Windsor Essex Hospice

W - Knit/Crochet-Along
2024-02-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-02-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-01-29 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-01-22 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-01-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-01-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-12-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2023-12-18 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Toronto) and 3 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 - Children's Wellness Group
2024-02-07 16:30 - 17:30 | 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

Caboto's Charity Pasta Nights
2024-02-07 16:00 - 19:00, 2024-01-03 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.

The Art Lab - Mobile Splatter Tent
2024-02-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
Onsite ONLY at the Windsor Campus
Life can be orderly and sometimes ordinary, so let’s whip some paint and make a mess! The Art Lab will be on-site at our Windsor Campus with their Mobile Splatter Tent with canvases, paint, splatter tools, and smocks – be sure to dress for a mess!

Criteria: Children and Youth, Ages 5-19
Date: Wednesday, February 7, 2024
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Hospice Windsor Administration Building #600
Maximum Participants: 20
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, February 1, 2024

For more information or to register, please call (519) 974-7100 or email twright@thehospice.ca.

Please Note: this event involves splattering paint, and participants may get paint on their clothing or bodies.

W - Beyond the Plate: Cooking for One
2024-02-07 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.

January Education Session
2024-01-24 17:30 - 18:30 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
Alzheimer’s Disease: Understanding the Connection Between the Brain and Behaviour
It is estimated that over 600,000 people in Canada live with dementia of which Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form. To understand Alzheimer’s disease, it is important to know the connection between the brain and behaviours. It is with this understanding that we as caregivers are better able to support the person living with dementia and have the capacity to provide quality, memorable care at end of life.

Date: Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Format: Webinar – Participants can attend via Zoom either individually or as part of a viewing group hosted at both the Erie Shores and Windsor Campuses. 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 (107 Talbot St. W., Leamington) – Welcome Centre
Windsor Campus (6038 Empress St., Windsor) – Administrative Building #600

Presentation begins at 5:30 pm
Presenter: Rosemary Fiss, BASc MEd, Alzheimer Society of Windsor‐Essex County

Registration is now closed. For more information, please contact (519) 974-7100 ext. 2277 or email lmcdowell@thehospice.ca.

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

ES - Good Grief Café: Psychoeducational Support Group
2024-01-19 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.

Hockey for Hospice Tournament
2023-12-27 - 2023-12-29 | Ontario
We are excited to announce the results for the hugely successful 27th Annual Hockey for Hospice Tournament! This year, the tournament achieved a historic milestone by raising $587,780.29 by nearly 2,000 young hockey players from across our region! Over the past 27 years, Hockey For Hospice has raised a total of $5,297,455.29 for our Hospice!
“Each year these young players continue to amaze us, and this year is no exception. Their commitment to supporting Hospice as we deliver memorable care makes them true community leaders and Hospice Champions. The tournament’s success is a testament to the unwavering support from players, coaches, managers, family members, and participants, as well as the incredible efforts of the organizing committee – thank you to everyone who was a part of this amazing event.”
– Nancy Brockenshire, Executive Director of The Hospice
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“Different families have different types of holiday traditions – for our family and friends, Hockey For Hospice has been a 27-year tradition. We are absolutely amazed at what these young players have done in support of our community, year after year, and we look forward to our next tournament.”
– Tim Beaulieu, Tournament Founder and Co-Chair
Thank you to everyone who supported this year’s tournament, we are so grateful for the continued support from our community – we’ll see you in December!

HOCKEY FOR HOSPICE SCHOLARSHIP
We are pleased to announce the return of our Hockey For Hospice Scholarship! We recognize the importance of education and the role it plays in personal and professional fulfillment, that’s why we want to help students attain their education goals and reach their full potential by offering FOUR scholarships at $500 each for post-secondary education! We will be accepting application until March 31st, 2024. All applicants must have participated in the Hockey for Hospice Tournament in the past, either as a player, coach, official, or volunteer.

Visit https://scholartree.ca/scholarship/hockey-for-hospice-scholarship/yFmCuc9MAf?preview=true for more information and to apply today – let’s make a positive impact together!

ES - Good Grief Café: Psychoeducational Support Group
2023-12-15 10:00 - 11:00 | 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: September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Hospice, Erie Shores Campus – Welcome Centre 197 Talbot St. W., Leamington ON
Registration: Please call (519) 974-7100 to register through Intake.

W - Coping with the Holidays
2023-12-14 11:00 - 12:30 | Windsor Campus, 6038 Empress Street, Windsor, Ontario, N8T1B5, Canada
PREPARING FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON WHILE GRIEVING

Criteria: Open to individuals who have experienced a loss within the last year and who are connected to Hospice
Date: Thursday, December 14th, 2023
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Hospice Windsor Administration Building #600. 6038 Empress St., Windsor ON N8T 1B5

Registration deadline is Friday, December 8th, 2023.
For more information or to register, please call (519) 974-7100.

ES - Card Making
2023-12-11 13:30 - 15:30 | Erie Shores Campus, 197 Talbot Street West, Suite 701, Leamington, Ontario, N8H 1N8, Canada
Onsite ONLY at the Erie Shores Campus

Learn to make all occasion greeting cards. All supplies provided.

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): Tuesdays, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM, Monthly
Location: Onsite ONLY at the Erie Shores Campus
Registration: 519-974-7100

Windsor Spitfires Game
2023-12-07 19:05 - 21:00 | WFCU Centre, 8787 McHugh St, Windsor, Ontario, N8S 0A1, Canada
SPECIAL DISCOUNTED TICKET OFFER
The Windsor Spitfires have generously selected our Hospice to be their partner charity for two of their home games this year. They are offering special discounted ticket prices for the following games:

Saturday, November 18th at 7:05 PM (vs Kitchener)
Thursday, December 2nd at 7:05 PM (vs Barrie)

TICKET PRICES

Red Zone Tickets: $18.80
Blue Zone Tickets: $20.80
Gold Zone Tickets: $22.80

Visit www.wfcu-centre.com/password or scan the QR code above and and enter the promo code 5050CHARITY7.

The promo code can only be redeemed for online tickets. Based on availability. No cash value.

W - Children's Wellness Group
2023-12-06 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: April 5, May 3, June 7, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, Nov. 8, Dec. 6
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Hospice Windsor Campus – Children’s Home

CONCERTS FOR A CURE: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
2023-11-30 | The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor, 377 Riverside Drive East, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 7H7, Canada
Caesars Windsor Presents Concerts for a Cure
Proceeds from October and November shows will be donated to The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County.
Experience the incredible Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland live from The Colosseum stage for two ALL AGES performances on Thursday, November 30 at 8 PM.
For more information or to purchase tickets today, visit www.caesars.com/caesars-windsor/shows.

Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor

CONCERTS FOR A CURE: Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
2023-11-29 | The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor, 377 Riverside Drive East, Windsor, Ontario, N9A 7H7, Canada
Caesars Windsor Presents Concerts for a Cure
Proceeds from October and November shows will be donated to The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County.
Experience the incredible Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland live from The Colosseum stage for two ALL AGES performances on Wednesday, November 29 at 8 PM.
For more information or to purchase tickets today, visit www.caesars.com/caesars-windsor/shows.

Date: Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Time: 8:00 PM
Location: The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor

Coping with Caregiving
2023-11-28 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-11-21 13:30 - 14:30 | Ontario
PRESENTED BY:
Aaron Marentette MSW, RSW
Alexandra Katzenberger MSW, RSW

This psychoeducational support group is open to any adult who is providing physical and/or emotional support to someone living with a life-limiting diagnosis.
Group topics will include aspects of self-care, changing roles in the family, financial planning, advocating and planning for the care of a loved one.

Criteria: This group is open to adults (18 years or older) supporting a loved one with a life-limiting diagnosis. This is an open group, participants can join at anytime.
Dates: April 18, May 2, May 16, Aug. 29, Nov. 7, Nov. 14, Nov. 21, Nov. 28
Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Virtual – Participants will be provided a Zoom link to join the group. Email required to gather when participants are registering.

Giving Tuesday
2023-11-28 | 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.

November Education Session
2023-11-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Ontario
End-of-Life Care for Children and Support for their Caregivers
This presentation is designed to help caregivers develop confidence in providing end-of-life care for children and their families while offering themselves quality self-care.

Date: Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Format: Webinar – Participants can attend via Zoom either individually or as part of a viewing group hosted at both the Erie Shores and Windsor Campuses. 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 (107 Talbot St W, Leamington) – Welcome Centre
Windsor Campus (6038 Empress St, Windsor) – Administrative Building

Presentation begins at 5:30 pm
Presenter: Julie Courtney, RP (Qualifying), Andrea Warnick Consulting

For questions, please contact Lawna McDowell, Learning and Development Coordinator, at (519) 974-7100 ext. 2277 or via email at lmcdowell@thehospice.ca.
Hospice Monthly Education Sessions are generously supported by The Don and Gail Rodzik Education Endowment.
