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We provide comfort, care and support to people affected by life-threatening illness.

04/09/2026

In celebration of Unicorn Day, we wanted to re-introduce you to the Hospice Waterloo Region unicorn Eunice! Back in 2022, our staff were understandably grieving and processing the deaths of several of our clients, and Eunice was brought in to help bring us some magic and raise our spirits. Eunice has been a member of the HWR family ever since visiting and bringing magic to clients, volunteers, and staff all year long. Fun fact: Eunice loves dancing, candy, and giving hugs😊

04/07/2026

Taking care of someone in your life? We see you 💜

Today is National Caregiver Day – a day to recognize all you do *every day* to help your family member, partner, friend, or neighbour.

This role is complicated. It’s messy. Challenging. Meaningful. Demanding. Lonely. We could go on.

Despite it all, you still show up. You do your best. You make a difference.

Thank you for your invaluable work, for the unseen moments of care, for everything that goes into the care you give. We deeply appreciate the crucial role you play in the lives of those you support and within our healthcare system.

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➡️If you’re looking for a way to mark the day, we’re hosting a special event this evening with GenWell, where we’ll be recognizing the amazing contributions of caregivers across the province and sharing practical tips to help busy caregivers build social connections. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/celebrate-national-caregiver-day-tickets-1984629903466?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

04/06/2026

➡️Reminder!

The administrative offices of Hospice Waterloo Region are closed today, Monday April 6th, and will reopen on Tuesday April 7th.

The Cook Family Residence remains open for pre-approved visitors.

04/02/2026

Happy Long Weekend!

The administrative offices of Hospice Waterloo Region will be closed on Friday, April 3rd and Monday April 6th.

The Cook Family Residence remains open throughout the weekend for pre-approved visitors.

04/01/2026

A huge thank you to Meritech Engineering for their generous donation of Kitchener Ranger Hockey tickets to our Hospice Waterloo Region volunteers. Over the course of the 2025-26 Rangers season, Meritech has donated tickets to three games, and each time these tickets were donated to volunteers. We appreciate the support, and of course, Go Rangers Go! 🏒🎉

03/30/2026

On Saturday March 21st, we celebrated the 5th anniversary of the Gies Family Centre and Cook Family Residence!

The day was filled with meaningful conversations, learning, gratitude, and celebration! We were thrilled to share what we do with the community and give people an opportunity to tour the beautiful building while learning and celebrating with one another. We are continuously inspired by all of the generosity and involvement from the community and are so grateful to staff and volunteers for all the hard work that went into making this day possible!

03/25/2026

Registration is open for the Grieving a Death of a Child Peer Support Group:

📍 The Family Centre
65 Hanson Ave., Kitchener
🗓 Tuesdays April 28th to June
16th, from 6:30pm-8:30pm
📌 Registration required

Register through the link below or call 519-743-4114 for assistance!

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Rw8_PeNft02NxJsYJJT3czvFJSmq6rFApC-v-yR6Tl1URUVOMlRBUzZGOFA5WExXU1dGU1ZRNzZNVS4u

03/23/2026

On National Puppy Day, we celebrate the comfort and unconditional love animals bring to Hospice Waterloo Region 🐾💛

➡️Did you know...

Dogs are always welcome at our annual Hike for Hospice in September and we regularly have therapy dogs visit residents inside the Cook Family Residence!

03/17/2026

There is still time to register for Healing Little Hearts for children ages 4-12 and their parents/ caregivers, who are grieving a loss.

📍 The Family Centre
65 Hanson Ave, Kitchener
🗓 Wednesdays April 8-May 20, 6:00PM-7:30pm
📌 Registration required

➡️Click the link below to register:
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Rw8_PeNft02NxJsYJJT3czvFJSmq6rFApC-v-yR6Tl1UNEg0WlYxQjhHTEc1M0g5UkxJTTVSRjZMMy4u&route=shorturl

03/14/2026

We recently asked staff to share what they love most about spring🌸☀️

What do you love about spring? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

03/10/2026

Grieving a Substance Use Death Group is now open:

📍 Langs 1145 Concession Rd, Cambridge ON N3H 4L5.
🗓Wednesdays April 29- June 17, 6:30pm-8:30pm
📌 Registration required

Register through the link below or call 519-743-4114 for assistance!

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Rw8_PeNft02NxJsYJJT3czvFJSmq6rFApC-v-yR6Tl1UQjVBTktKUkhHQTRDOEhOVVRDSDYwSVE5TC4u

03/08/2026

This year on International Women's Day, we would like to take a moment to pause and celebrate all the incredible women (cis, trans, 2spirit) around the world who are working, serving, researching, caring and dedicating their time to hospice palliative care. We see you, and we are so grateful for you!

📷 Photo of the Hospice Waterloo Region Staff team!

Address

100 Solstice Way
Waterloo, ON
N2K0G3

Telephone

+15197434114

Website

http://www.hospicewaterloo.ca/donate/

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