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From the moment Amy walked through our door, she brought with her a calming energy and enthusiasm. I wasn’t sure what to expect from a hospice volunteer, but Amy set that worry aside. On the very first day, Claude and I immediately felt at ease. She took the time to…

Each year, September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The day honours the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Public commemoration of the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools is a vital…

“Today we remember Emily Yeskoo, who like so many children we care for, left us all too soon. Emily’s story is intertwined with the creation of Emily’s House. Her courage, joy, faith, persistence and love often gave me strength and encouragement to stay on course, regardless of all the obstacles,…

Being a part of a child’s journey, even through the hardest moments, is something that profoundly impacts us. It’s an honour to maintain strong, lasting relationships with families, even after their loss. We cherish every visit when families come back to Emily’s House — reminiscing about their child, sharing laughter,…

Grief and Bereavement flyer for fall 2024…

Remembering Jana, who was truly a light in this world. She adored her family and friends, always finding joy in every moment. Even near the end, when her mom encouraged her to rest, she said, *“I don’t want to rest, Mom. I want to live.”* And that’s exactly what she…

I spy with my little eye another exciting community outing with Emily’s House youth! Our children’s hospice “away team” (a recreation coordinator, nurses/PSWs and volunteers) took Emily’s House clients for an adventure to The Well and the Stacked Market in downtown Toronto yesterday. So much to see, hear, do and…

The Emily’s House summer camp adventures continued in August with some Olympic-themed fun. The kids enjoyed crafts, word searches, group activities, and each one had their special moment at the medal podium. Clearly, this camp series was a gold medal winner! Thank you to the volunteers and hospice care team…

CANADIAN VIRTUAL HOSPICE provides resources and recommendations for financial assistance for patients and caregivers managing a palliative care journey, including: Patient Benefits Disability Benefits Social Assistance Employment Insurance Sickness Benefits Employer Insurance Plans Living Benefits Tax Credits Caregiver Benefits Survivor Benefits For more information and resources, visit: https://www.virtualhospice.ca/en_US/Main+Site+Navigation/Home/Topics/Topics/Financial+Assistance.aspx  …

Next time you go to the dentist, would you be willing to ask for a donation of dental powder for hand and foot molds for our Legacy Program? While your dentist gives you a healthier, brighter smile, you can help put smiles on the faces of parents of palliative children.

Emily’s House Sensational Sensory Summer Camp was held at Emily’s House children’s hospice in July and incorporated all the senses into five days of sensory adventures, play with purpose, music therapy group activities, and magical moments. The children FELT the touch of a prickly hedgehog, furry friends, soft plush toys,…

“Emily’s House Explores” is a new program series for Emily’s House children’s hospice that explores inclusive/adaptive adventures with our children and youth, and their families. During these community excursions, families are introduced to accessible, child-friendly destinations while meeting peer families who are also managing a paediatric palliative care prognosis. All…