NEWS & ARTICLES FROM LIFE & DEATH MATTERS
We are writing this blog post as an introduction to the care of people in their last days and hours. Our hope is that as
By: Dawn Elston – Life and Death MattersFeatured Photo: Drs Leah Norgrove, Ambrose Marsh, Fraser Black, and Kath Murray and Coby Tschanz This year’s European
By Elizabeth Causton, MSW – I found this to be a critically important and timely discussion about one of a growing number of training programs designed to teach care aides how to stop using babytalk and address older people as adults
Palliative care is an essential component of healthcare, designed to enhance quality of life for individuals facing serious illnesses. Rather than solely focusing on end-of-life
Life and Death Matters is proud to announce that Myke Dyer, a truly exceptional Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Hospice Georgian Triangle, is the 2025
By Geoff Straw, M.A. Registered Psychotherapist (Ontario), Registered Clinical Counsellor (British Columbia) “I learned that different meant many things: freedom, oppression, celebration, sadness, responsibility, hiding,
Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) annually recognizes individuals and organizations dedicated to providing or supporting exceptional hospice palliative care in Ontario. Each year, awards and
Introduction: The Power of Presence With deep compassion, quiet strength, and an open heart, Courtney Murrell walks alongside individuals and families during some of life’s
In recognition of National Hospice Palliative Care Week (May 4–10)1, Life and Death Matters celebrates the extraordinary work of Personal Support Workers (PSW’s), nurses, and
We are excited to announce the expansion of our team at Life and Death Matters with the addition of two remarkable new members: Laura Bulmer
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