Paul speaks to the challenge of trying to care for himself and be honest about how he was feeling. #caregivers
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Today, on #NationalCaregiversDay, we recognize the sacrifices of caregivers and share their stories. In this video, Paul Adams, retired Globe & Mail correspondent, talks about his experience as primary caregiver to his late wife Suzanne. buff.ly/XiwUDhJ
Did you know more than 8 million family and friend caregivers in Canada provide care at home? #Caregivers - these modules are for you. Access them any time of the day or night and at no cost. Visit buff.ly/FYQUc6q to learn more. @CaregiversAB @CaregiversNS @CaregiverON
Don't miss our free KidsGrief.ca Q&A with #grief specialist Andrea Warnick on Apr 14 at 1pm ET. Bring your questions - each webinar is different. #KidsGrief buff.ly/xMQAjSb #kidsgrief #youthgrief #childrensgrief #loss
On #NationalCaregivingDay we are are highlighting key caregiver resources. Canadian Virtual Hospice is the most comprehensive caregiver portal in Canada for those living with advanced illness.
World #AutismAwarenessDay aims to raise #autismawareness, promote #autismacceptance and celebrate the strengths of individuals with #autism. In this MyGrief.ca module, Claire Henderson speaks about her experience with grief and loss buff.ly/5rwzehh
The decision to be at home as illness progresses comes with many considerations–like availability of support in the home. This Hospice Palliative Care Week, we’re highlighting an article to support you in this decision: buff.ly/FYXnnQL
Don't miss our free KidsGrief.ca Q&A with #grief specialist Andrea Warnick on Apr 14 at 1pm ET. Bring your questions - each webinar is different. #KidsGrief buff.ly/xMQAjSb #kidsgrief #youthgrief #childrensgrief #loss
It's International #Transgender Day of Visibility!
Did you know we have a webspace with resources developed by people who identify as Two-Spirit and #LGBTQ+ and more than 40 organizations?
Check it out today at buff.ly/4a5smRe
#transvisibility
Planning for My Care can help you identify and communicate your wishes for care as a 2SLGBTQ+ community member buff.ly/43xk6ak Visit Proud, Prepared, Protected buff.ly/T4jTQ2x for more resources #palliativecare #LGBTQ
Visit virtualhospice.ca to read the full article and find other resources to support anyone living with advanced illness.
Our article "Hope and Denial" explores how these two states often coexist and can serve someone living with a life-changing diagnosis. #CVH buff.ly/83cYyUf
“How long have I got?” is an important question, one that most people facing life-limiting illness will think about and eventually ask. Answering the question as fully as possible reflects the science and art of providing care. Read more buff.ly/YUE9XSE
Everyone experiences #pain differently, but did you know there are three main types of physical pain? Learn more about the types of pain, causes, diagnosis, and treatments by clicking the link t.co/f7zqolQsjF
“Unrecognized grief” occurs when someone is experiencing grief, but it is not acknowledged or accepted by others (or even themselves). Sometimes this is also called “disenfranchised grief.”
"Whenever someone or something important to you dies or is lost, you grieve. You may also grieve as you prepare for a #loss. This MyGrief.ca module may be helpful if you or someone you know is experiencing unrecognized #grief buff.ly/YCIpwpW
On World Down Syndrome Day, learn how to better understand #grief and support people with intellectual disabilities who are grieving with this free online module. Learn at your own pace and help bring compassion care to those grieving buff.ly/3x16HuV #worlddownsyndromeday
Chapter 5 of MyGrief.ca Grief in 2S #LGBTQ+ communities highlights the challenges #Indigenous and #twospirit communities may face when experiencing #grief and loss. Learn more here buff.ly/Hj1c9v4 #nationaltwospiritday
It's International #French Language Day 2026! We would like to say hello to all of our #French-speaking visitors around the world! Are you from a region or country where #French is a national language? Let us know!
C'est la Journée internationale de la #francophonie 2026! Nous tenons à saluer tous nos visiteurs #francophones à travers le monde! Vous venez d'une région ou d'un pays où le #français est une langue nationale? Faites-le nous savoir!
On livingoutloud.life young adults and teens are shattering the silence of living with advanced illness. Their stories are unscripted, unfiltered and unforgettable.
It's #SaintPatricksDay! In recognition of this #holiday, we'd like to give a shout-out to Irish Hospice Foundation for all their amazing work throughout the year. Check them out on social media or visit their website to learn more. buff.ly/A6GijBZ
Did you know? People who are near end of life often don’t feel thirsty when they’re dehydrated. To learn more about dehydration, its signs, symptoms, and appropriate responses, visit buff.ly/3DkhPTF
#Caregiving can be a very rewarding experience but also be challenging and exhausting as you take on a new role as the person’s care needs change. Learn more about preparing for caregiving at home with this free online module buff.ly/44BVOeB
The Learning Hub is your gateway to free, evidence-informed learning modules to help you build capacity and confidence in delivering #palliativecare and #grief support. Check it out today by visiting buff.ly/44OAFxX
Don't miss our free KidsGrief.ca Q&A with #grief specialist Andrea Warnick on today at 1pm ET. Bring your questions - each webinar is different. #KidsGrief buff.ly/xMQAjSb #kidsgrief #youthgrief #childrensgrief #loss
In recognition of #SocialWorkWeek2026, here is a shout-out to some amazing #palliativecare #socialworkers! Dr. Susan Cadell is a social work professor and a member of several pediatric palliative care research teams. Read more about her research: buff.ly/NgXKaaB
In recognition of #SocialWorkWeek2026, here's a shout-out to some amazing #palliativecare #socialworkers! Kathy Kortes-Miller PhD is an associate professor at Lakehead University. Check out her book "Talking About Death Won't Kill You" buff.ly/sEyIJx9
Celebrating the #SocialWorkers on our team: Jill Taylor Brown, Holly Prince, Fred Nelson, Maxxine Rattner and all social workers providing palliative care and grief support. @virtualhospice is proud to be Social Work Strong!! #SocialWorkWeek2026
Don't miss our free KidsGrief.ca Q&A with #grief specialist Andrea Warnick on Mar 10 at 1pm ET. Bring your questions - each webinar is different. #KidsGrief buff.ly/xMQAjSb #kidsgrief #youthgrief #childrensgrief #loss