Matthews House Hospice

It's National Grief & Bereavement Day 💕 Do you know someone who has lost a loved one? Knowing how to best support them or what to say can be hard. The most important thing is to reach out! Here are some tips on how to reach out: 🤍 Spend time together - offer to run errands with them, have a coffee together, watch a movie, or just be there with them 🤍 Be a companion - be their company, with or without talking 🤍 Offer to help with tasks - clean their car, mow the lawn, pick up groceries, walk their dog 🤍 Ask what they need - Each person and stage of grief is unique; if you're unsure how to support them, ask! 🤍 Talk about their loved one - Ask them to share a story or memory, share moments and stories you have with their loved one 🤍 Silence is okay - they may not want to talk too much or spend as much time together, and that is okay! Keep reaching out every so often and inviting them to things 🤍 Respect their boundaries - most importantly, the best way to support someone grieving is to respect their needs and wishes

Introducing the Marv Chantler Legacy Award 💛 This award is presented annually by Matthews House Hospice Foundation to an individual, family or organization that has made an outstanding contribution to the ongoing development and sustainability of Matthews House Hospice. In its inaugural year, we chose to honour none other than the man himself, Marv Chantler. From joining the Board of Directors in 2008, Marv has been a champion of development and sustainability here at Matthews House. As a visionary and builder of ideas, teams, and strategy, Matthews House Hospice is the special place it is today because of his commitment to our mission, vision, and values. From being a volunteer led community hospice in 2008, then a 4-bed hospice on Kingsmere Crescent, and to the new 10-bed residential and community program hospice here on Wellington Street, Marv has been a crucial component to the development and sustainability of hospice care in our community. As a volunteer, donor, advocate, and magnificent fundraiser, Marv continues to ensure Matthews House Hospice and hospice care is at the forefront of community generosity and is top-of-mind for those needing hospice care and grief and bereavement support. We continue to be inspired by and are forever grateful to have Marv Chantler on our team. Thank you for all that you have done and all that you continue to do for our residents, clients, their families and our community. Congratulations Marv! 💛

Thank you to all who participated in the auction - We are thrilled to have raised $41,500 for much needed hospice programs & services in our community! 🔥💛 Thank you to Bob The Pumpkin Man for generously donating his 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible appraised at $40,800 to auction off in support of Matthews House Hospice! 🎃 Thank you to Frank and Ernie Dean Chevrolet Buick GMC in Alliston for generously donating your showroom space for the car to be displayed! 💛

CORVETTE FOR COMPASSIONATE CARE 💛🔥 💰 Current Bid: $29,000 Auction Details:💛 Online via E-Mail: to place your bid, email Martina at [email protected] Starts: Monday, June 10th 💛 Ends: Friday, June 14th at 12 Noon View the Corvette in the showroom at Ernie Dean Chevrolet Buick GMC in Alliston until Friday, June 14! The Car Details:🔥 2008 Chevrolet Corvette🔥 Silver Convertible🔥 Black Trim🔥 V8 6L 430HP Engine🔥 6 speed transmission🔥 44,232 KM 🔥 Overall Excellent Condition🔥 Certified🔥 Appraised at $40,800. Bob The Pumpkin Man has very generously donated his 2008 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible to be auctioned off in support of Matthews House Hospice Foundation! To view the appraisal, more photos, and to place your bid visit: https://www.matthews.house/fundraising-events

Kat, Owner of Nine Lives Boutique shares an update on what to expect at the Restyle Fashion Show! 📅 Thursday, June 27 from 7:00pm - 9:30pm in the Matthews House Hospice Garden Enjoy...👗 Inspiring outfits & accessories to Restyle your wardrobe 🥂 Marvelous Mocktails to sip on 🧀 Brilliant Bites to nibble on 👯 Time with your friends and family 🎟️ $25/each in support of Matthews House Hospice Foundation - To purchase tickets, contact Crystal at [email protected] or 705-435-7218 Ext. 229

Thank you to our volunteers 💛 This National Volunteer Week, we want to take a moment to say how much we appreciate your continued commitment to Matthews House Hospice and dedication to serving our community with your positivity, skills, and kindness. We are so lucky and grateful to have you help us make Matthews House Hospice as special as it is 💛

It's National Grief & Bereavement Day 💕 This year, we're highlighting the importance of supporting the grief journey. Do you know someone who has lost a loved one? Knowing how to best support them or what to say can be hard. The most important thing is to Reach Out! Here are some tips on how to Reach Out: 🤍 Spend time together - offer to run errands with them, have a coffee together, watch a movie, or just be there with them 🤍 Offer to help with tasks - clean their car, mow the lawn, pick up groceries, walk their dog 🤍 Ask what they need - Each person and stage of grief is unique; if you're unsure how to support them, ask! 🤍 Talk about their loved one - Ask them to share a story or memory, share moments and stories you have with their loved one 🤍 Silence is okay - they may not want to talk too much or spend as much time together, and that is okay! Keep reaching out every so often and inviting them to things 🤍 Respect their boundaries - most importantly, the best way to support someone grieving is to respect their needs and wishes