All I can say is WOW! GPPCS started our Virtual Pen Pal Program on Mar 17th, in hopes to support palliative clients for 2 weeks while attempting to flatten the Covid-19 curve. Well, 42 weeks later we are still in isolation & our Volunteer Pen Pal Program is going...
2020 Memory Tree HELP US FILL OUR 2020 Memory Tree WITH LOVE AND MEMORIES! Here’s how to participate: Post in comments below or email hope@gpcare with your memory to add to the tree! Volunteers will copy your memories onto cards & hang them on the tree Watch...
What if…On December 1st, we all teamed up to ensure our community has access to FREE individualized grief supports in our area. Together, we can! On December 1st, we are asking you to give a few dollars in support of our $5000 goal. You can help launch this new...
We received a beautiful donation of shawls for our Comfort Care Bags from the Stitch Club of Grande Prairie! They donated 4,547 items into our community this year! They are seeking yarn donations, if you can help contact Anne @...
Today is International day of Older Persons! Take the time today to call an older person and hear their story.https://youtu.be/IfziND3eE28 #palliativecare #compassionatecommuinties #seniors #changethewayyouthinkofage #gp
“You matter because you are, you matter until the last moment of your life, and we will do all we can, not only to help you die peacefully but also to live until you die.” -Dr. Cicely Saunders
At Grande Prairie Palliative Care Society, our mission is to establish and maintain expert end-of-life care for community members with a terminal illness and to provide support for their families.