Margaret Bahen Hospice

Margaret Bahen Hospice Everyone deserves loving, compassionate care and support when battling a life-limiting illness at end Our services offer support and respite to caregivers.

Margaret Bahen Hospice is a division of Better Living Health and Community Services. Better Living Health and Community Services is a charitable organization providing a range of programs and services for individuals in Toronto and York Region. Better Living Health and Community Services is committed to our mission by helping adults and seniors, at all stages, experience a better quality of life. We provide essential services that assist seniors and disabled adults wishing to live independently at home and allow respite for people in a care giving role. The following is a list of the broad range of programs and services offered by Better Living Heath and Community Services, which support independence to experience a better quality of life. Adult Day Program
Community Centre
Caregiver Support
Home Maintenance
Hospice Services
In-Home Services
Meals & Grocery Delivery
Social Work Services
Transportation Services
Volunteers
Long-Term Care
In the spring of 2015, the Central LHIN issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) for Integrated Hospice Palliative Care Services within York Region. The Central LHIN was looking for an organization that would lead both community visiting hospice services, as well as, manage the implementation and operation of a new 10-bed residential hospice, currently being developed at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket. This work aligns with the strategic plan of the Central LHIN, in support of the Province’s mandate to strengthen palliative care services within Ontario. Better Living Health and Community Services was selected as the lead organization for community hospice and also as the operator of the new Margaret Bahen Hospice for York Region. Margaret Bahen Hospice is a residential hospice that provides 24 hour palliative care services to individuals with a life-limiting illness in a home-like environment. The hospice is located in Newmarket and we will be welcoming residents that live within the York region. Our hospice offers 10 private suites where residents, and their families, can stay in the final stage of their life, at no cost to the resident. Each room includes an adjustable hospital bed for the resident, an additional Murphy-style bed for loved ones who wish to stay overnight and a private washroom. The hospice also has a shared kitchen and dining area as well as shared common space available for all of our residents. In addition to palliative care services, we offer a range of housekeeping, recreational and support services to our residents as well as their caregivers and family members. Hospices serving York Region (Hospice Vaughan, Hospice Georgina, Hospice King-Aurora-Richmond Hill and Doane House Hospice) have joined together to provide hospice palliative care and support clients, families, and caregivers. Together we provide practical, physical and emotional support to maintain quality of life. We are sensitive to personal, cultural and religious beliefs and practices in collaboration to deliver individualized care. Clients and residents can access: Visiting Volunteers, Complementary Therapy, and Grief and bereavement Support.

Save the date! Giving Tuesday 2025 is on December 2, and we’re excited to take part once again! Join us as we come toget...
11/26/2025

Save the date! Giving Tuesday 2025 is on December 2, and we’re excited to take part once again! Join us as we come together to uplift our community and create meaningful impact.

Children’s Grief Awareness Day reminds us that behind every child’s smile, there may be a story of loss. Through our pro...
11/21/2025

Children’s Grief Awareness Day reminds us that behind every child’s smile, there may be a story of loss. Through our programs and workshops for children, we strive to offer compassionate spaces for healing, understanding, and processing the many emotions that come with grief.💙

With compassion and support, we can help grieving children find hope and healing, especially during the holiday season, when grief can feel even heavier.

11/19/2025
Grief changes lives in ways we often can’t prepare for, leaving many feeling alone or misunderstood. At Better Living, w...
11/18/2025

Grief changes lives in ways we often can’t prepare for, leaving many feeling alone or misunderstood. At Better Living, we recognize National Grief and Bereavement Day because the work we do connects us every day with individuals and families navigating loss.

Today, we join communities across Canada in supporting grief literacy and creating room for empathy and meaningful support. 💙

Guy’s Night is happening THIS week! 🍻 Good food, great company, and a cause worth supporting — all coming together for a...
11/18/2025

Guy’s Night is happening THIS week! 🍻 Good food, great company, and a cause worth supporting — all coming together for an unforgettable evening.

📅 This Wednesday, November 20
🕖 7:00 – 10:00 PM
📍 4264 Line 8, Bradford, ON L3Z 2A5, Canada

Spots are limited! Grab your tickets here before they’re gone:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/guys-night-2

Margaret Bahen Hospice and Doane House Staff and Volunteers participate for the first time in the Newmarket Santa Claus ...
11/18/2025

Margaret Bahen Hospice and Doane House Staff and Volunteers participate for the first time in the Newmarket Santa Claus Parade!

Doane House Hospice in Newmarket invites you to a special Art Show on December 10 from 2-4 p.m. featuring the work of lo...
11/18/2025

Doane House Hospice in Newmarket invites you to a special Art Show on December 10 from 2-4 p.m. featuring the work of local elementary students. The show highlights the many ways children express their grief artistically – through paint, textiles and sculpture. Members of Doane House’s Art Club for Grieving Children welcome everyone to view their work and learn more about their experiences with grief.

📅 PA-Day dates (1–3 p.m.): Nov 21 • Jan 16 • Jan 30
📍 Doane House Hospice, 17100 Yonge Street, Newmarket
🌐 Details: https://www.doanehospice.org/Mariposa-Art-Club
📧 Register: cgardner@myhospice.ca

Linking Newmarket
Routes Connecting Communities Inc.
United Way Greater Toronto
Margaret Bahen Hospice
Doane House Hospice

When children grieve the death of a parent, family member or friend, bedtimes can often be the toughest part of the day....
11/14/2025

When children grieve the death of a parent, family member or friend, bedtimes can often be the toughest part of the day. At the Mariposa Art Club for Grieving Children, we help kids learn how to navigate challenges like these and develop healthy ways to cope with difficult feelings and nighttime worries.

Every elementary PA Day, participants in the Mariposa Club in Newmarket make art and have fun with kids who also know what it feels like to lose someone special. We are excited about our next project, featuring pillowcases and a big selection of textiles, wool and thread. Art games, conversation, fun and snacks are part of every Club event.

📅 PA-Day dates (1–3 p.m.): Nov 21 • Jan 16 • Jan 30
📍 Doane House Hospice, 17100 Yonge Street, Newmarket
🌐 Details: https://www.doanehospice.org/Mariposa-Art-Club
📧 Register: cgardner@myhospice.ca

Linking Newmarket
Routes Connecting Communities Inc.
United Way Greater Toronto

Doane House Hospice

Guy’s Night is one week away! 🍻Good food, great company, and a cause worth supporting.📅 Wednesday, November 20🕖 7:00 – 1...
11/13/2025

Guy’s Night is one week away! 🍻
Good food, great company, and a cause worth supporting.

📅 Wednesday, November 20
🕖 7:00 – 10:00 PM
📍 4264 Line 8, Bradford, ON L3Z 2A5, Canada

More information and ticket purchases here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/guys-night-2

Spots are limited — don’t miss out!

A Bradford Christmas

The holidays can evoke strong emotions in children who’ve lost someone special. Our Supporting Children Experiencing Gri...
11/12/2025

The holidays can evoke strong emotions in children who’ve lost someone special. Our Supporting Children Experiencing Grief During the Holidays workshops are designed to help kids ages 6–12 share, reflect, and heal in a caring environment. 💖

Let’s bring light and understanding to this season together.

A Bradford Christmas presents Guy’s Night!Get ready for the ultimate evening of laid-back fun, good food, and great comp...
11/11/2025

A Bradford Christmas presents Guy’s Night!

Get ready for the ultimate evening of laid-back fun, good food, and great company, all in support of a worthy cause.

This men-only event is your chance to unwind and enjoy a night tailored just for the guys:
🪓Axe Throwing
🥃Whiskey Tasting
🍂 Cigar Bar
⚽ Foosball Battles
🏈 Bills vs. Texans Game on TV
🍝Hearty Eats & Cash Bar

Whether you are attending to participate in friendly competition or just to kick back and relax, you will be part of a great night — whilst helping to raise funds for two amazing charities!

Dress: casual ( join us wearing your favourite sports jersey!)

Spots are limited!

Today, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served. Lest we forget.
11/11/2025

Today, we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served. Lest we forget.

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653 Queen Street
Newmarket, ON
L3Y2J1

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https://www.myhospice.ca/

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Margaret Bahen Hospice is a residential hospice that provides 24 hour palliative care services to individuals with a life-limiting illness in a home-like environment. The hospice offers 10 private suites where residents, and their families, can stay in the final stage of their life, at no cost to the resident. Each room includes an adjustable hospital bed for the resident, an additional Murphy-style bed for loved ones who wish to stay overnight and a private washroom. The hospice also has a shared kitchen and dining area as well as shared common space available for all of our residents. In addition to palliative care services, we offer a range of housekeeping, recreational and support services to our residents as well as their caregivers and family members.

www.myhospice.ca