The Bridge Hospice is a Registered Charity which was created by people who believe that everyone who has a terminal illness should have a choice about where to spend their final weeks. Currently there is a gap in the services which are offered to the terminally ill; there are no residential hospices in Northumberland County.
While most people who have a terminal illness may want to remain in their home, the last few weeks of life can be extremely difficult for everyone. A residential hospice is designed to meet the needs of both the patient and family during this time. It is a place where professionals and volunteers are committed to providing compassionate end-of-life care.
We have raised almost 90% of the cost to build the first residential hospice in Northumberland County. We purchased one acre of land in Warkworth, Ontario and started building in the spring of 2011 and plan to be open in mid 2012. This hospice will be free of charge and provide support for the family as well as the patient.
Our Goal
Our Goal is to establish the first Residential Hospice for Northumberland County.
Our Mission
To build a Residential Hospice located in Northumberland County and offer compassionate care to those who are terminally ill, and their families.
Our Vision
To create a Residential Hospice and care network which will help our community in living and dying well.
Our Hospice will be a quiet friendly place where people with a terminal illness can spend their last few weeks – combining the comfort of a warm home-like environment with excellent medical care. Our Hospice will be staffed by people who are knowledgeable about death and dying and are comfortable talking about what is important to you and your family – people who are willing to laugh or cry with you.
Our Passion is to provide the highest standard of palliative care in a residential hospice setting. Our Hospice will provide care that is flexible and is guided by the wishes of the person in care and their family. Being sensitive to personal needs and wishes is of paramount importance to us.
Opening The Bridge Hospice is presently building the 3 bed residence. It will be open mid 2012.
The Board of Directors would like to acknowledge
John Charlton’s contribution to The Bridge Hospice
by donating his time in the creation of this website.
