Compassionate Communities Hamilton

Grief is complicated, and so are the questions that come with it. That’s why we’re inviting you to "Walking Together: Circles on Grief, death, and everything in between," in partnership with Light House For Grieving Children & Families and Margaret's Place Hospice.

Every Friday in February and March, we’ll gather for open conversations on topics like anticipatory loss, understanding hospice, long-term care and palliative options, MAID, POA, will writing, end-of-life and funeral planning, traditional teachings on grief, and how children experience loss. Whether you’re facing these questions yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply want to learn and listen, you’re welcome.

Join us for honesty, support, and connection. To register, contact Shannon Mitchell at [email protected].

The holidays can feel especially heavy when you’re carrying grief. If you’re missing someone this season, you’re not alone.

Join us for “A Blue Christmas - Honouring Our Loved Ones” Grief Support Gathering, hosted by the DAHC Palliative Care Team in partnership with LightHouse and Margaret’s Place Hospice. This event is open to anyone who needs a gentle space of comfort and community during the holidays.

To register or learn more, please contact Jolene Martin at [email protected]. You don’t have to walk this path alone.

How you can manage grief during the holidays (and other triggering times) | McMaster Faculty of Health Sciences Grief is a natural response to losing someone or something important to us. Erin Gallagher, associate professor in the McMaster University Department of Family Medicine, says that unless the loss is sudden, we bear witness to the dwindling of the story we envisioned for ourselves and our loved one,....

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Creating is a simple yet powerful way to take care of each other!

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Serious illness?
Caregiver?
Need resources?
Need skills?
Need hope?

All happening for FREE November 13th. Join us!

We are excited to tomorrow!

So many amazing community organizations supporting this great event!
City of Hamilton Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association Canada Waiting Room Revolution

Imagine a FREE death fair that’s all about living… It’s happening Nov 13th! Curious about death cafes, death doulas, advance care planning, system navigation, resources, cultural safety and art therapy? Check out all that Hamilton has to offer! https://fb.me/e/4OK2d9VPv?mibextid=wwXIfr

Looking forward to seeing everyone soon at the event!

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The Compassionate Friends/USA Waiting Room Revolution Canadian Virtual Hospice Hospice Palliative Care Association

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🎧 New Episode! In the latest episode of The Fold podcast, Brother Richard sits down with Dr. Erin Gallagher and Esther Beatty to explore the power of compassion and community in palliative care, grief, and bereavement. Link in bio to listen now! Don’t miss Compassionate Hamilton’s upcoming public event: “I Just Showed Up” 📅 November 13, 2025 🕒 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. 📍 David Braley Health Sciences Centre, 100 Main St. W., Hamilton Learn more: compassionatehamilton.ca

Guaranteed you or someone you know is affected. Do yourself a favour and just show up!

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