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Hospice Niagara programs and services (except pharmaceuticals) are free to residents of Niagara, thanks to the goodwill and charitable donations of members of the community. We offer a variety of programs and services to Niagara residents including: Visiting Volunteer Services where trained volunteers provide non-medical support and comfort to individuals living with a life-limiting illness right in their own homes, Day Hospice, which is a weekly opportunity for these individuals to enjoy a day of relaxation and caring companionship in a comfortable setting and Bereavement Support programs for children, adolescents and adults. In addition, the Stabler Centre in St. Catharines provides quality palliative care in a home-like setting. There are 10 bedrooms in the residence for those in the last weeks of their lives who are unable to remain in their homes.

The Miramichi Lodge Foundation is made up of very hard working volunteers, committed to enhancing the loives of the residents of Miramichi Lodge. They carry out their mandate through a variety of fund-raising events, In Memorium donations, bequests and planned giving. The Foundation is always looking for interested volunteers to assist in our efforts. Please contact us if you might be one of them.

The West Island Palliative Care Residence is the largest freestanding community based palliative care residence in Canada and an active promoter of the needs of the dying and their loved ones. With its 23 bed facility, the Residence has cared for more than 2,300 patients since its opening in 2002 as well as over 10,000 of their loved ones. The patients receive 24 hour comfort care, spiritual and psychological support, advanced end of life services including superior medical equipment, a highly specialized medical team and bereavement services for all surviving loved ones, all this is free of charge.

Our Goal: Indwell's goal is to restore hope and dignity to people. We attempt to overcome the stigma through educating people to understand many common and widespread misconceptions surrounding homelessnes. Our Motivation: Staff of Indwell share a Christian motivation to care for our residents, many of whom have experienced social marginalization, family disruption, and a loss of self esteem and dignity. We follow Christ's instruction to love our neighbors as ourselves. We therefore seek to enable each resident to reach their personal recovery goals.

Our humanitarian and development organization offers basic health care to isolated African villages, participates in the fight against HIV/AIDS and other diseases, and contributes to the training of human resources both in Canada and in the host countries of Benin, Tanzania and Uganda.

Our Vision We are driven by compassion and an understanding for those who are affected by PBC The impact of our work is through support, education and research

The St. Joseph's Hospice of Sarnia Lambton is a non-profit organization ready to extend a supporting hand and provide compassionate care to enhance quality and dignity of life for those diagnosed with a terminal illness and their families. Service is extended from time of diagnosis through bereavement. Established programs include the "Walking Companions" Bereavement Support Groups, complementary therapies (massage, hair care, manicure, pedicure, Reiki, therapeutic touch), "Food for Thought" Luncheons, resource library and the "Caring Hearts" Children's Grief and Bereavement program. A residential hospice will also be operational in 2008. Caring for the mind, body and spirit is essential to improving the quality of life. People of all cultures, ages and belief systems have unique needs to which the Hospice's specially trained staff will respond with compassion and respect. All services are available free of charge to registered clients.

At Wellspring, people living with cancer tell us what helps them the most - having access to information, receiving support, and learning new ways to cope. They also tell us the cancer journey has two roads: medical and emotional. Individuals and their loved ones often have difficulty finding the emotional, psychological and practical support they so urgently require. The support provided by Wellspring becomes a vital complement to medical treatment. In Calgary, only Wellspring devotes itself exclusively to the unique non-medical needs that cancer presents. People with cancer, their families and friends can exchange information, develop a support system and create a sense of hope, in a warm, caring and welcoming atmosphere. Wellspring charges no fees. Its programs are available free to anyone living with any type of cancer at any stage. Programs include individual and group classes, coping skills, expressive therapies, energy work, educational workshops and a discussion series.

The Canadian Congenital Heart Alliance (CCHA) is an organization made up of patients with a congenital heart defect, their friends, families, and the medical community. With your support, we aim to improve the quality of care for these patients, many of whom require lifelong expert care.

Cassie and Friends was established in 2007 in Vancouver by parents, David Porte and Debbie Setton, along with five other families all affected by Juvenile Arthritis. Cassie was 18-months old when she woke up one morning unable to walk. Soon after, she was diagnosed with Juvenile Idopathic Arthritis. Dealing with the devastating news of his daughter's condition, David was inspired to raise funds for juvenile arthritis by running in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge 5km. He raised over $25,000 in the first year. Since then, through the genrousity of many individuals, families and corporations, Cassie and Friends has raised over $450,000 in support of world-leading research, educational programming, child and family support services and much-needed medical equipment for Juvenile Arthritis sufferers. We look forward to growing our support of the kids and families who suffer daily from this painful disease - and ultimately improving their quality of life and expected outcomes.

Movember is a month long global event in November where men grow moustaches to raise awareness and funds for men's health issues. Funds support world-class men’s health programs that combat prostate and testicular cancer and mental health challenges.

A patient support organization for people with GIST (gastrointestinal stromal tumour) and their families and friends. The objectives of GIST Sarcoma Life Raft Group, Canada are: • To increase awareness of GIST among the general public and among health care professionals. • To provide workshops and seminars related to GIST and its treatment. • To advocate for access to medical treatment for GIST patients across Canada. • To establish support groups for those in Canada who are affected by GIST. • To support, within Canada, activities of research, scholarship, publication and education related to GIST.