Call to Action – Virtual Pen Pal
We need your help! Interested in the virtual pen pal program but are unsure of what you would write about? It can be as simple as writing about what you did today or a funny story from your past. It can be a few sentences or a few pages, really the world is your...
Virtual Pen Pal Program 6-month update
In the last six month our virtual pen pal program has delivered 700 letters to isolated members in our community and across Canada. These letters have helped show residents that their community cares for them and often it is the highlight of their morning. These...
Grateful to Dedicated Letter Writers
We are so grateful to the dedicated letter writers who have made our virtual pen pal program a huge success. Monday through Friday letters are sent out across northern Alberta and B.C to care facilities for there residents to enjoy as well as to isolated members in...
Every Morning we send letters!
Every morning during the week we send out letters to participants in our Virtual Pen Pal Program. These letters are a mix of everyday life happenings, stories of travels or adventures and greeting cards/notes. These letters bring an immense amount of joy to the...
Staying Connected
Staying connected with loved ones is vital during Covid-19. Many facilities and seniors have utilized our Virtual Care – iPad loaner program and our Virtual Pen Pal Program to stay connected with their family and community. If you would like to know more about...About Us
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.
- We are a voice for the community
- We are an ear to public need
- We are a hand in action