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Program:
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Hospice Northwest - Thunder Bay Office
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Phone Numbers:
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807-626-5570
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Fax:
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807-626-5574
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Address:
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63 Carrie St Suite 105
Thunder Bay, ON
P7A 4J2
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Location:
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Located in St Joseph's Heritage on Carrie St
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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Functions as a volunteer based community organizationOffers a variety of support services to individuals living with a life threatening illness, and those who have been bereavedOffers a library of up to date resources for clients, caregivers, volunteers and the general publicCompassionate Support- Enhances the quality of life during a serious illness
- Provides compassionate support for palliative clients defined by the client and/or family and can include practical assistance and in-home respite
Bereavement and Grief Support- Offers support to individuals grieving the loss of a loved one through death, and wishes to be supported on a one-on-one supportive relationship with a volunteer
- Offers a peer support group 3-4 times per year for people who have experienced the death of a loved one
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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- Referrals can be made by anyone, as long as the individual is aware of the referral
- An interview is set up and the client and volunteer are matched
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals diagnosed with a life threatening illness or their caregiver
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay, District of Thunder Bay, Northern
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Last Updated:
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3/13/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=140816
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