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North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network

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North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network

The NSMHPCN provides support and education to health care providers and organizations in the deliver

01/21/2026

Today our Hospice Orillia program will begin something gentle and meaningful - a Grief Support Walking Group! 👟🚶🧑‍🦽

Walking together offers space to breathe, reflect, and connect with others who understand. Walk with us — at your own pace. 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️ You don’t have to talk if you don’t want to — just come as you are. You are not alone.

Our Grief Support Walking Group is a safe, supportive space to walk or roll side by side through grief. Anyone navigating loss is welcome; registration required.

For more information please reach out to Madison Lahay, madison@hospiceorillia.ca or (705) 325-0505 ext. 208.

01/20/2026

2025: A Year of Learning, Connection, and Growth

Last year, the North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network focused on supporting healthcare professionals through education, collaboration, and shared learning. Every session, webinar, and podcast was an opportunity to strengthen skills, knowledge, and confidence — empowering teams to provide the best palliative care possible.

𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Beyond the Stethoscope
Engaging conversations with educators and specialists explored topics like complex symptom management, ethical decision-making, and supporting families through grief.

ECHO Learning Sessions
Virtual sessions connected providers across the region, offering practical guidance on urgent scenarios, grief support, and interprofessional collaboration.

Professional Education Highlights
Webinars and workshops delivered evidence-based tools and strategies to empower nurses, PSWs, RPNs, and other healthcare providers.

Collaboration & Partnerships
Strengthened relationships with healthcare organizations and community partners expanded learning opportunities and knowledge-sharing.

We’re excited to continue fostering education, connection, and growth for healthcare teams in our region.

💙 Thank you to all who made 2025 a year of learning and inspiration. Together, we are shaping the future of palliative care education.

01/16/2026

📢 Upcoming Registration Deadlines!

Don’t miss your chance to register for our essential learning opportunities:

Essential Pain Management (EPM)
Registration Deadline: January 19th
Course Start Date: February 2nd
https://nsmhpcn.ca/education/epm/

Bereavement 101
Registration Deadline: January 27th
Course Date: February 10th
https://nsmhpcn.ca/ber101/

These valuable courses are designed to support your professional development and enhance your skills.

👉 For full course dates and more information, visit:
🔗 https://nsmhpcn.ca/education

Be sure to register before the deadlines to secure your spot.

01/15/2026

At NSMHPCN, we’re dedicated to supporting professionals and caregivers in providing compassionate, quality palliative care.

We offer a range of learning opportunities to fit your needs:
✔️ Self-paced modules – learn on your schedule
✔️ Live workshops – take part in engaging conversations and shared learning
✔️ Specialized programs – deepen your expertise in specific areas

Whether you’re a healthcare professional or a caregiver, our education programs are designed to build confidence, skills, and knowledge in palliative care. 💜

For more information please visit https://nsmhpcn.ca/education
📚 Learn more and explore our upcoming sessions:

01/14/2026

“I feel that there is nothing more truly artistic than to love people.”
—Vincent van Gogh

Love is creativity in its purest form.
It’s seen in compassion, kindness, patience, and the quiet ways we show up for one another.

May we all choose to make love our greatest masterpiece. 🎨💛

01/13/2026

New Course Offering for Health Service Providers: Bereavement 101

Health professionals are often called upon to support others through profound loss — yet conversations around grief and bereavement can be some of the most challenging we face.
The Bereavement 101 half-day virtual workshop is an interactive learning experience designed to deepen your understanding of grief, bereavement, mourning, and death and dying in our society today.

This free workshop encourages self-reflection on personal experiences with grief, as well as the biases and beliefs that may shape how we provide care and support. Participants will explore:
💠 Contemporary grief theory and evolving models of bereavement.
💠 How to hold compassionate and inclusive space for grieving individuals and families.
💠 Practical strategies to support both your clients and yourself in the face of loss.

Whether you work in healthcare, social services, or community support, this course will strengthen your ability to provide informed, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care.

🖥️ Virtual Workshop Options:
📅 Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 | ⏰ 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📅 Thursday, March 5th, 2026 | ⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

🔗 Register Now: https://nsmhpcn.ca/ber101

01/12/2026

When a loved one dies, the financial responsibilities that follow can feel overwhelming — especially if you’ve never had to manage them before. Understanding what needs to be done, when, and by whom can make an emotionally heavy time a little easier to navigate. This session is designed to equip you with clarity, confidence, and the knowledge you need to support your family through one of life’s most challenging transitions.

Please join Galina Johnston for a supportive and engaging session designed to help you understand the financial steps, tasks, and considerations that follow after a loved one has passed away.

Date: January 20th, 2026
Time: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Virtual (MS Teams)
Cost: FREE
Registration: Scan QR Code or visit https://bit.ly/NSM-JAN

01/07/2026

“Be a little kinder than you have to.” —E. Bennett

Kindness doesn’t have to be loud or grand to matter. It shows up in patience, in listening without rushing, in offering grace when it’s easiest to withhold it. Today, let’s choose that extra bit of kindness — for others, and for ourselves. 💛✨

01/06/2026

NSMHPCN January Hot Tip – Palliative Care in Chronic Lung Disease

Living with chronic lung disease can be physically and emotionally overwhelming — but support is available. Palliative care focuses on relieving symptoms such as breathlessness, fatigue, anxiety, and chronic cough, while also supporting patients and families throughout the disease journey.

By combining symptom management, thoughtful decision-making, and future care planning alongside medical treatment, palliative care can improve quality of life, enhance comfort, and help individuals feel more in control of their care.

Explore the resources in our graphic to learn more.

12/31/2025

🎊 New Year's Eve wishes from us to you! 🎉

As the year comes to a close, people across Canada and around the globe welcome the New Year in beautifully unique ways—each tradition carrying hope, reflection, and joy. ✨ Here are some New Year’s Eve Traditions in Canada & Around the World:

🍁 Canada: Ringing in the New Year with fireworks, countdowns, winter festivals, community events, and cozy gatherings with family and friends.

🍇 Spain: Eating 12 grapes at midnight—one for each stroke of the clock—for good luck in the year ahead.

🎆 Brazil: Wearing white and gathering by the ocean to make wishes jumping over 7 waves at the shore and offer items to the sea.

🥟 China: Celebrating with family feasts, dumplings, and preparations for the Lunar New Year.

🍜 Japan: Slurping toshikoshi soba noodles to symbolize longevity and letting go of the past year.

🎺 Scotland: Hogmanay celebrations filled with music, torchlight processions, street parties, and the tradition of “first-footing.”

🪑 Denmark: At midnight, it’s tradition to stand on a chair, couch, or table and jump off it to physically step into the new year.

🪙 Greece: Eating Vasilopita—a sweet cake with a hidden coin inside—whoever finds the coin is said to be blessed with good luck for the year ahead.

🫘 Italy: It’s common to enjoy a feast with lentil-based dishes—the round shape of lentils resembles coins for a prosperous year to come—a tradition dating back to ancient Rome.

No matter where or how it’s celebrated, New Year’s Eve is a shared time of renewal, gratitude, and hope for what’s to come. 🌍💫

12/30/2025

📢 Upcoming Registration Deadlines — Don’t Miss Out! 📢

Are you a healthcare provider looking to enhance your skills in palliative care? There are important registration deadlines approaching for several highly valuable education programs — secure your spot today!

🗓️ Programs with Upcoming Deadlines

Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care (FHPC) – A foundation course ideal for anyone new to hospice palliative care or looking to strengthen their core knowledge. (deadline: January 1st - https://nsmhpcn.ca/fhpc)

Comprehensive Advanced Palliative Care Education (CAPCE) – Dive deeper into advanced palliative care practices and enhance clinical confidence. (deadline: January 6th - https://nsmhpcn.ca/capce)

A Palliative Approach to Care with Dementia (APACD) – Focused on providing compassionate, person-centered care for people living with dementia. (deadline: January 14th - https://nsmhpcn.ca/apacd/)

Essential Pain Management (EPM) – Practical skills and tools for safe and effective pain management across care settings. (deadline: January 19th - https://nsmhpcn.ca/epm)

⏰ Don’t wait! Registration closes soon.

Secure your seat and invest in your professional development. These programs are perfect for nurses, PSWs, support staff, and care partners committed to quality palliative care.

Advance your practice. Support your team. Strengthen care for those who need it most.

12/28/2025

📬 There’s still time to sign up and receive the January's edition of Comfort & Care Chronicles, our monthly newsletter, straight to your inbox!

January's edition includes:
🎙 Beyond the Stethoscope – Leadership in Palliative Care
💡 Hot Tips – Palliative Care in Chronic Lung Disease
📖 Upcoming Learning Opportunities
🌐 Palliative Care ECHO Project: A Palliative Approach to Care and Those with Intellectual Disabilities
🌱 Wellness Corner

PLUS The Waiting Room Revolution!

Don’t miss out on updates, resources, and stories that matter most.
👉 Subscribe today and get January’s issue delivered right to you: https://bit.ly/4fUipdh

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Orillia, ON
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Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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