GIVING TUESDAY, DO GOOD WITH BURRITOS
Black Friday. Cyber Monday. Giving Tuesday.
"Helping others, that must be one ingredient to success" - Porter Gale

Join us on Tuesday November 27th from 5:00PM to 9:00PM at the Chipotle located at 2901 Major Mackenzie Drive in Vaughan. Make dinner a selfless act by joining us on Giving Tuesday for a burrito (or bowl), and maybe even some chips and guacamole! Be sure to show this flyer, or mention that you are there to support the Hospice Vaughan Fundraiser so that a portion of the funds will be donated back to Hospice Vaughan. This Giving Tuesday, eat for change and get your guac on for a cause! Together we can all make a difference, one burrito at a time.

ANNUAL YEAR END HOLIDAY CHEER OPEN HOUSE
LOCK IN YOUR LOVE FOR HOSPICE VAUGHAN
LOCK IN YOUR LOVE FOR HOSPICE

Lock in your love and honour, remember or celebrate a loved one. These locks symbolize the uniqueness of every community member, eternally brought together in support and love. This beautiful installation will be moved to the gardens at the new Residential Hospice Vaughan site in 2019. Love locks are available for purchase for $100.
To purchase a lock, visit our website at www.hospicevaughan.com/lovelocks or contact Diane Presta, at 905-850-6266 Ext. 201 or [email protected].
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

HEALING THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS
Thursday November 29th
6:30PM to 8:00PM

Sometimes the holidays aren't so jolly. How can we heal through them this year?

Please join us for an evening of grief support and remembering our loved ones.

Please contact Wendy Graham at
 905-850-6266 ext. 207 or [email protected] to RSVP

NEW SUPPORT GROUP FOR THOSE WITH LIFE-LIMITING ILLNESS OR RECENT DIAGNOSIS

We have launched Reset and Renew, a new support group for those that have recently been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.

This new programs runs monthly on the 2nd Thursday afternoon of each month.

Call Wendy Graham at 905-850-6266
Ext. 207 to find out more information.
NATURE WALK

Saturday December 1st
10am to 12pm

Join our FAMILY & PET nature walk on Saturday December 1st from
10:00 am - 12:00 pm, socialize with other community members and enjoy the beauty of the season!
NEWS FROM THE BOARD
MOVING ORGANIZATION FORWARD TO BETTER SERVE OUR COMMUNITY

On Saturday, November 4th, Hospice Vaughan hosted a comprehensive orientation session for our Board of Directors team. We are so fortunate to have such a skilled leadership team of committed volunteers and thank them for dedicating their time and skills to advancing the organization and serving the Vaughan community in times of need.

In order from left to right: Rob, Susan, Louie, Heidi, Deryn, Renata, Teresa, Adriano, Nick, Dina (missing from photo)
HOSPICE VAUGHAN IN THE COMMUNITY
Friday, October 26th - MP Francesco Sorbara was at Hospice Vaughan to present hospice staff and board of directors with a certificate congratulating on the milestone of our groundbreaking ceremony to support the build of a state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence and 10-bed Residential Hospice. We are truly appreciative of MP Sorbara's continued support and advocacy for the 'Better Ending' Capital Campaign that will provide quality end-of-life care and community support services in Vaughan for generations to come.

HOSPICE VAUGHAN WORKS WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS

Our Executive Director was pleased to present to over 40 York Region Catholic District School Boards in Vaughan on October 17th about hospice care in the community and the holistic supports we offer to children, youth and family. Help us in spreading the word, make referrals and let's work together so no child feels alone in their journey.

For service inquiries, please call Wendy, Hospice Services Manager at 905-850-6266 Ext. 207.


CONVERSATIONS ABOUT HOSPICE PALLIATIVE CARE AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Our Executive Director and Hospice Services Manager hosted a discussion at Immaculate Conception Parish on Monday, October 22 to share information about hospice palliative care, how it can benefit the community and learn from community members about their needs and preferences.

Our thanks to the Catholic Women's League for hosting us for an engaging evening of dialog and awareness in support of expanding community supports to those in need.
GALALICIOUS
Our Gala on Friday, October 19th brought together the diverse Vaughan community filled with great energy, giving spirit, fun and delicious food! With over 1100 guests in attendance, Hospice Vaughan was able raise much needed funds to support its vital community programs and services.

Special thanks also goes out to:
  • Galalicious presenting sponsor, The Carpenters' Union, for their generous support and the journey to providing a new Hospice Vaughan residential facility. 
  • Honorees - Maria Tatangelo and The Carogioiello Family for their commitment to advancing the Hospice Vaughan charitable cause
  • Our Gala committee that worked tirelessly to make the event a reality and offer an engaging experience to all involved
  • Gala event volunteers for their hard work and enthusiasm to making the event a phenomenal success
  • Our wonderful community whose continued support is a testament to the kindness and compassion of its residents and community leaders and serves as a true inspiration
  • Board of Directors and staff members whose efforts and passion made Galalicious extra special

BECOME A VOLUNTEER
CAN YOU GIVE 1-4 HOURS A WEEK?

Become a volunteer and make a difference in your community.

We need caring people to help in all areas including In-Home Visiting, Complementary Therapy, Day Program, Grief and Bereavement Support, Administration, Events and Communications.

We need volunteers that speak different languages including Italian, Russian, Polish, Spanish, Urdu, Chinese and more.