How We Help
We believe that the pain that comes with a life-limiting illness and dying isn’t just physical. We know that it also has to do with losing one’s independence, and the stress that it puts on relationships. We know that sometimes living with an illness means that your life gets turned upside down: financially, socially, and spiritually. We want to help you through these challenging changes so that you can have the best life possible.
People often think that hospice palliative care is only an option when there’s nothing more that can be done. Nothing could be further from the truth. Hospice palliative care is about living well…making sure that your pain and your symptoms are managed while encouraging you to focus on the things that really matter, whatever that may be for you. It’s about ensuring that caregivers are supported, so they can live well too. It’s about helping people with their grief so that they can experience life after loss.
Our Service Area
Hospice Orillia provides services to individuals living in Orillia and the surrounding areas. The 800 km2 region includes communities such as Coldwater, Brechin, Gamebridge, Lagoon City, Bayshore Village, Chippewas of Rama First Nation, Moonstone, Horseshoe Valley, Washago, Severn Bridge, and Cumberland Beach.
Who We Help
Hospice Orillia is committed to providing services that are accessible and inclusive to all, regardless of age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family status, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, receipt of public assistance, record of offences, sex, or sexual orientation. Hospice Orillia provides a positive space to both clients, volunteers and staff.