Honouring Excellence in Palliative Care: The Frances Montgomery PSW Award
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 scholarships are presented at HPCO’s conference to celebrate the contributions of those who make a profound difference to people living with serious life-limiting illnesses. Among these honours is the Frances […]
“Mind Wide Open”: Honouring the Heart and Art of Personal Support Work
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 most tender moments. As a Personal Support Worker (PSW) and passionate advocate for whole person-centred care, Courtney is committed to making the journey from hospice admission to imminent death as […]
Fighting Stigma with Alzheimer’s Awareness Month
What is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month? Alzheimer’s Awareness Month is an annual campaign organized by the Alzheimer’s Society of Canada to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The campaign takes place throughout January and aims to educate the public about the impact of these conditions on individuals, families, and communities. The Importance […]
Congratulations, Kath Murray, on Your Lifetime Achievement Award from CPCNA!
Dear friends, We are thrilled to announce and celebrate our esteemed colleague, Kath Murray. It is with great joy that we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Kath for being honoured last month with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association (CPCNA). This recognition is a testament to Kath’s unwavering dedication to […]
