Acclaim Health

Hospice Care and Bereavement Support


Description
Emotional, social and spiritual support, companionship, respite care for people and their family/caregivers dealing with a life-limiting illness * services provided at home

Hospice Care:
  • hospice coordinators meet with clients and caregivers in their home to understand their physical and emotional needs * support, educate and connect to resources in the community
  • trained volunteers can provide respite for caregivers, practical assistance and a listening ear
  • in-home wellness services include complementary therapies and music therapy

Bereavement support:
  • bereavement support request available online
  • one-on-one visit
  • support groups: spousal/partner loss; adult child loss; mixed loss; virtual drop-in
  • bereavement resource library in the Oakville office
  • information on the grieving process
  • bereavement walking group in Oakville
  • to register for a group, contact Peggy Helkaa, 905-827-8800 ext 2323

Hospice Palliative Helpline: 905-667-1865
  • confidential counselling and emotional support by phone or video conference
  • provide/share resources
  • facilitate conversations about the goals and plan of care for end of life
  • support, information and education about grief, and spiritual distress

Candlelight Memorial Service
  • memorial service evening to remember and honour the persons who passed away
  • non-denominational service is held annually in May
  • a committee of community volunteers and staff work together to plan the service each year
  • contact Patricia Blakeley at 905-827-8800 ext 2300 for more information
Eligibility
People who need end-of-life care or bereavement supports

Residency Requirements: Halton Region
Application Process
Call or complete online referral form
Phone
905-827-8800
Toll Free
1-800-387-7127
Fax
905-827-3390
Web Site
www.acclaimhealth.ca/menu-services/hospice-bereavement-support/
Email
[email protected]
Languages
English
Contact
Carole La Tour, Hospice and Bereavement Counsellor
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 905-827-8800 ext 2312
Fees
None
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Copyright
Halton Information Providers
Last Verified On
January 2, 2026
Address
2370 Speers Rd
Oakville, ON, L6L 5M2
Intersection: Bronte Rd and Speers Rd; Oakville (West Oakville)
Acclaim Health Site Location: Oakville - Head Office
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Accessibility
Fully Accessible
Hours of Operation
Mon-Sun 7am-11pm (Customer service)
Service Area(s)
Halton Region