Roger Neilson Children's Hospice

Roger Neilson Children's Hospice Pediatric palliative care hospice. We are here to enrich the quality of every life, no matter how short. Roger's House is about living life to the fullest.

Roger's House is a pediatric palliative care hospice located in Ottawa Ontario that delivers compassionate care to children living with life limiting illnesses. The experience of a "home away from home" fosters freedom, security, pleasure, and quality of family life. Children, youth and their families living with a progressive life limiting illness are entitled to access comprehensive palliative c

are services. This timely, holistic, patient and family-focused, culturally sensitive care is enhanced by the experience of Roger's House. Roger's House will be recognized for providing excellence, innovation, research and leadership in pediatric palliative care through a full-spectrum of family-centered services in a supportive home-like environment. Our dynamic, integrated team will collaborate with, and be accountable to, our families and community partners. Respect
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Created to meet the needs of families seeking comfort, dignity, and support, Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice opened 20 ...
05/01/2026

Created to meet the needs of families seeking comfort, dignity, and support, Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice opened 20 years ago as only the second pediatric hospice of its kind in Canada.

Parents Andrea Gumpert and David Bell share their family’s story in conversation with Patricia Boal on 580 CFRA, reflecting on 15 years of care that has supported them along the way. 💛

🔗🔊Listen now: https://ow.ly/jUSs50YSsk1

Today, on National Physicians' Day, we recognize the outstanding physicians at Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice. Their e...
05/01/2026

Today, on National Physicians' Day, we recognize the outstanding physicians at Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice. Their expertise and compassionate care enrich the quality of life for children and families. Thank you! 🫶

Last week, we celebrated 20 years of care with early supporters, original staff, donors, and community leaders from acro...
04/30/2026

Last week, we celebrated 20 years of care with early supporters, original staff, donors, and community leaders from across Ottawa. Thank you to the Ottawa Citizen's Ashley Fraser for capturing the moment, and everyone who made it possible. 🔗Read more: https://ow.ly/Iv8o50YSqla

04/27/2026

To honour Roger's legacy, our 20th Anniversary Tie Ambassadors are helping us celebrate 20 years of compassionate care for children and their families. 🫶

Hear from Chris Neil, a long-standing supporter of RNCH and 20th Anniversary Tie Ambassador. https://ow.ly/6m9k50YSq3w

Our volunteers are at the heart of RNCH. 💛 From baking treats to welcoming families, their care makes a difference every...
04/24/2026

Our volunteers are at the heart of RNCH. 💛 From baking treats to welcoming families, their care makes a difference every day. Check-out some of our favourite moments from this week’s Volunteer Appreciation Event!

Our administrative professionals support our team in countless ways, from managing day‑to‑day details to keeping our pro...
04/24/2026

Our administrative professionals support our team in countless ways, from managing day‑to‑day details to keeping our programs and operations running smoothly.

We are deeply grateful for everything you do to support children and families. Thank you! 🫶

04/22/2026

What began as a single vision grew into unified action, supporting hundreds of children and families across our region, made possible by the generosity of an incredible community.

Yesterday, we came together with that same community: healthcare leaders, partners, and original founders and builders. Together, we reflected on the past and looked ahead to a future where pediatric hospice palliative care meets the needs of every family and child who needs it. 💛

A night to remember ⭐ The 17th annual Maddy's Gala brought our community together in support of the children and familie...
04/20/2026

A night to remember ⭐ The 17th annual Maddy's Gala brought our community together in support of the children and families at Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, raising a record-breaking amount of $325,930.

Thank you to the Otto family and to everyone who attended, donated, or supported the evening. Your generosity will make a lasting difference. 💛

“The kids get to be kids here.”This National Volunteer Week, join us in celebrating Bill and Ann, long‑term volunteers a...
04/19/2026

“The kids get to be kids here.”

This National Volunteer Week, join us in celebrating Bill and Ann, long‑term volunteers at RNCH whose dedication have helped shape our community.

We’re deeply grateful for their contributions and lasting impact. Thank you, Bill and Ann, for all that you do. 🤗💛 https://ow.ly/O9Ma50YKXlR

04/18/2026

📢 The Roger Neilson Children's Hospice team is loudly — and proudly — cheering on the Ottawa Senators as they take to the ice this afternoon for their first playoff game of the season! 🏒💛🎊

We're so grateful to Lumentum for their ongoing support. Thank you for having us at the launch of your annual fundraiser...
04/17/2026

We're so grateful to Lumentum for their ongoing support. Thank you for having us at the launch of your annual fundraiser, supporting Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, and helping raise awareness for children with progressive life‑limiting illnesses and their families. 💛

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399 Smyth Road
Ottawa, ON
K1G8L2

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