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Dr. Bob Kemp Hospice Kemp Care Network is a not-for-profit organization offering palliative care & bereavement services All services and programs are free of charge.

Dr. Kemp's House Adult Hospice is a non profit organization that offers support to those in Hamilton living with a progressive life limiting illness and their loved ones. Our programs include volunteer visiting, day hospice, residential support, and bereavement support for adults and children.

03/26/2025

🌸 Spring Adult Grief Support Sessions – Registration Now Open! 🌸 Groups start early May.

✨ New This Spring: A dedicated Men’s Grief Group – you asked, and we delivered.

Not sure what to expect? In a relaxed atmosphere you will learn techniques to get through the hard days and build connections that extend beyond the group.

Grief can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

📅 Sessions begin this spring
📍 277 Stonechurch Rd. E
✅ Guided by experienced facilitators
⚠️ Groups fill up quickly—don’t wait to register!

**UPDATE**
- Complicated Loss Grief Group is cancelled.
- Spousal Loss Group on 5/5/25 at 1-3pm is full and registration is closed.
- A second group for Spousal Loss is opened starting 8/5/25 at 10-12pm.

Registration is required. Secure your spot today. You are not alone—we’re here to support you. 💙 link in bio

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🔗 https://kempcarenetwork.org/event-category/grief-support/

03/24/2025

At Keaton’s House – Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice, we are guided by a deeply personal and compassionate philosophy: family first, always. In everything we do, the voices of our families—parents, siblings, and caregivers—shape the care, support, and comfort we will provide.

This family circle is more than just a source of insight; it is the heartbeat of Keaton’s House. These voices remind us that pediatric hospice care is not just about medical support—it’s about love, dignity, and treasured moments. Every decision we make, from the design of our spaces to the programs we will offer, is informed by the real-life experiences of families who walk this journey.

Their guidance ensures that Keaton’s House is a place of peace, where children can be children, and families can find strength in one another. Together, we are building not just a hospice, but a community of care, resilience, and love.

We need your help. Keaton’s House relies on the generosity of our community to bring this vision to life. Your donation—big or small—helps us provide compassionate care, create meaningful experiences, and support families when they need it most.

Please consider making a donation today. Together, we can ensure that every child and family facing serious illness receives the care and comfort they deserve. Link to donate in bio.

03/20/2025

March Anything Goes theme was hopes and dreams. Sometimes, after we experience death, our hopes and dreams shift or change. Together, we shared our dreams with one another while painting our own dream catchers to help hold onto them.

Join us for the next Anything Goes group on April 2nd 2025. The theme is ‘Growth’.

Register here: https://kempcarenetwork.org/events/anything-goes-children/

03/19/2025

✨ Donor Spotlight ✨

The Jonathan Brown Foundation continues to honour Jonny’s legacy through their incredible fundraising efforts. JBF has made a profound impact in the community, ensuring that young patients and their families receive the care and support they need.

The 2024 Jonny’s Gold Ribbon Gala raised an astounding $353,484 for Keaton’s House – Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice. These funds will help create a dedicated teen room, offering a comforting space with age-appropriate amenities for teenagers receiving palliative care.

We were honoured to welcome the Jonathan Brown Foundation for a special cheque presentation. Their generosity will make a lasting impact on young patients and their families.

Thank you to everyone who supported Jonny’s Gold Ribbon Gala—your generosity is truly making a difference. 💛

03/18/2025

We are deeply grateful to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for their incredible two-year support of our Grief and Bereavement Program through the Community Resilience Program. 💙

Grief is a journey no one should have to walk alone. Thanks to OTF’s generous funding, we can continue providing families with a safe, supportive space to process loss, connect with others, and find healing. This investment is building resilience in our community, ensuring people have the care and resources they need to move forward with hope.

Thank you, OTF, for believing in the power of healing and for standing with us in this vital work. 💛

03/16/2025

🌿✨ A heartfelt thank you to Stephanie from HeartSong Medicine for sharing her beautiful Soundscapes with our Day Wellness group at Dr. Kemp’s House! 🎶💙 Your generosity and healing energy created such a peaceful and uplifting experience.

Our Day Wellness Program offers compassionate support, connection, and meaningful experiences—at no charge. If you or someone you know could benefit, we’d love to welcome you!

📅 Learn more & apply today!

HeartSong Medicine

03/08/2025

Honoring Dame Cicely Saunders on International Women’s Day

Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women who have shaped the world of hospice and palliative care—starting with Dame Cicely Saunders, the founder of modern hospice care.

Her vision revolutionized the way we approach end-of-life care, emphasizing compassion, dignity, and holistic support for patients and families. She believed that “how people die remains in the memory of those who live on” and dedicated her life to ensuring that no one faces the end of life in pain or without support.

Her pioneering work continues to inspire hospice teams worldwide, including ours. Today, we honor her legacy and the countless women who carry her mission forward—providing comfort, care, and advocacy for those in need.

03/07/2025

Honoring Social Workers: The Compassionate Guides Through Grief

March is National Social Work Month, and we want to recognize the incredible social workers who support individuals and families through grief and loss.

In hospice care, social workers provide more than emotional support—they offer guidance, comfort, and resources to help people navigate some of life’s most difficult moments. Their work is essential, but grief support in hospices relies on community funding to ensure no one has to face loss alone.

To our donors and supporters: Thank you for making this vital care possible. And to all the social workers who dedicate their hearts to this work: We are grateful for you today and every day.

03/01/2025

KCN had the privilege of collaborating with Degroote's MBA students during GRIT week. 50 students were paired with 9 non profit organizations across our region.

The purpose was to apply fundamentals and fresh perspectives to learn how business principles can drive meaningful impact across sectors.

Each group created a video and the one that receives the most votes from the community will win the Studiosity Viewers’ Choice Award of $1000.

🗳 Vote here: https://lnkd.in/gNXMVejC

⏳️Cast your vote now through Wednesday, March 5, at 11:00 a.m. (ET) to help recognize the team's outstanding efforts!

McMaster University
School of Business - McMaster University

02/26/2025

✨ Donor Spotlight ✨

Carmens Group is a leader in hospitality and entertainment, deeply rooted in Hamilton. Founded on family-first values, they believe in hard work, dedication, and giving back to the community.

Their commitment to philanthropy is evident through their extensive support for youth, education, and social services, empowering countless individuals and strengthening our city. 🤍

We are incredibly grateful for their generous $100,000 donation to Keaton’s House - Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice. In recognition of their support, our Family Kitchen will bear their name, providing a space of comfort and nourishment to families in need. 💛

Thank you, Mercanti family and Carmens Group, for your generosity and unwavering dedication to our community. 💜

02/25/2025

Join us for the next Anything Goes grief group on Wednesday, March 5th!

This month’s theme? Hopes & Dreams.

After experiencing the death of someone it can feel like hope is gone—but that does not mean we have to stop dreaming. This session is designed for children and youth (ages 7-15) to come together for an hour of connection, creativity, and inspiration.

Registration required by Monday, March 2nd. Sign up at the link in our bio!

02/19/2025

✨ Donor Spotlight ✨

Kindred Foundation is a Canadian organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families facing some of life’s most difficult challenges. By investing in childhood cancer research, youth mental and physical health, and community support, including palliative and end-of-life care for children and adults, Kindred Foundation is creating lasting, positive change in our communities.

We are deeply grateful to Kindred Foundation for their generous $50,000 donation to Keaton’s House - Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice , and we’re thrilled to announce that their name will adorn our Family Lounge when we open our doors in 2026. 💜

Thank you, Kindred Foundation, for your generosity, vision, and dedication. Your support means the world to us and to the families we serve.

02/17/2025

Happy Family Day to all the KCN Families. 💜

Today we can spend time with those who are still with us, remembering those who are no longer with us, or taking the day completely for ourselves.

Grief comes in waves. Feeling those waves and internal body signals throughout the day can help navigate the emotions that come with them.

Suggestion for families: Try reading a story and remembering together. We suggest: "Ida Always - by Caron Levis"

Photo Source: griefshine on Instagram

02/14/2025

Love and kindness are in full bloom this Valentine’s Day! Ana from in Beamsville just delivered 16 stunning heart-shaped orchids for our residents and staff—a beautiful tribute to her father, who spent his final days with us last year.

Thank you, Ana, for this heartfelt gesture. Your generosity means so much! ❤️🌸

02/14/2025

Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate the love you have for someone. After the death of a loved one, it can sometimes trigger new or different feelings.

Those feelings are natural, and we are here to support you through them.

It can be helpful to share your story with others who can support where you’re coming from. It can be easy to isolate yourself on holidays. You deserve support in your time of mourning.

We are here to help.

We’ve opened our Grief Text and Online Chat Line today from 10am-6pm to support you through this time.

https://kempcarenetwork.org/grief-text-and-online-chat-support/ (link in bio)

You can also reach us during our regular operating hours:
Tuesday: 8am-6pm EST
Wednesday: 8am-6pm EST
Thursday: 8am- 9pm EST
Sunday: 8am-6pm EST

02/12/2025

As the day comes closer, this Valentine’s Day, there’s no greater gift than the gift of love and compassion. 💕

By donating to the Kemp Care Network, you’re supporting a community where families can spend their loved ones’ final moments in dignity, care, and surrounded by love. Your generosity helps us provide comfort and support when it’s needed most. ❤️

Spread love in the most meaningful way—because love, care, and compassion are the greatest gifts we can give. 🌹

Donate using the link in our bio or visit us at https://kempcarenetwork.org/donate/

02/11/2025

Grief can sometimes have a way of amplifying our worries—big or small, they can feel like mountains. Last Tuesday night at Anything Goes, we created a space to share those worries without judgment. Based off of the book "My Huge Bag of Worries", we created our own Worry Bags (worry monsters included) for everyone to have a space to share their worries.

No worry is too big or too small to be heard. Let's face them together.

Register for the March Anything Goes group today: https://kempcarenetwork.org/events/anything-goes-children/

02/10/2025

Did You Know? Today is World Teddy Day! 🧸💜

On this special day, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to Comfort Bears for bringing warmth and solace to the children at our hospice. Comfort Bears is a compassionate organization dedicated to bringing comfort and joy to children and youth facing chronic conditions, or severe trauma caused by loss of a loved one, or other serious incidents.

For the past three years, they have donated over 100 bears each year to our hospice and last year to Camp Keaton, offering comfort to children grieving the death of a parent, sibling, grandparent, or friend. These bears provide more than just a hug—they bring reassurance, companionship, and a priceless smile in times of sorrow. 💛

Thank you, Comfort Bears for your generosity and for making a difference in so many young lives.🤍

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Music feeds the soul.At Camp Keaton we want to provide different outlets to cater to each individuals grieving journey.With the support of amazing music therapists we are able to provide beautiful song writing, emotional releases, and connection at Camp Keaton.Registration for Camp Keaton 2025 (June 6-8) is open for kids and youth ages 7-17. Apply easily online - link is in our bio.

Grief touches all of us, yet it's often a journey walked in silence. This month, we’re coming together to shine a light on the importance of understanding and supporting those experiencing loss. Follow us as we share activities throughout November that bring hope, connection, and understanding to those in need. 🎥 Watch our full video, where Danielle and Dr. Cara Grosset, our Director Psychosocial, Grief and Bereavement Care, share more about how we can come together to support each other through the journey of grief. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8riiLW73yrE (link in bio) #GriefAwarenessMonth #SupportThroughGrief #CommunityHealing #kempcarenetwork #hamont #November2024

Now through October 31, purchase your special Ti-Cat shirt to support both, our home team and our hospice's compassionate care for adults and children. The proceeds will help fund our adult programs and the capital campaign to build Keaton's House—Paul Paletta Children's Hospice. A heartfelt thank you to FirstOntario Credit Union for being a true champion for our cause and for supporting charitable organizations across our incredible community! Shop online at: https://shop.ticats.forgefootball.club/collections/new/products/heritage-longsleeve

"We had almost four years with Sawyer. At five months old, her seizure and diagnosis journey began. It wasn’t until she was 18 months old that she was diagnosed with DNM1 – a rare neurological condition resulting in catastrophic seizures in infancy and throughout her life. Our universe happily revolved around her daily care, medical appointments and therapies, we tried to make every day an adventure and did our best to give our girl the best life possible. One of our favourite memories is packing up Sawyer with all of her equipment and supplies and taking a road trip down to Florida and experiencing Disney together, as a family. In the late summer of 2020, Sawyer began to have some difficulties, and we were faced with some tough decisions. We quickly moved back ‘home’ with family and created a hospice-like environment for Sawyer. With the support of our family, friends, Dr. Ambis, Dr. Lysecki, and the QOLA team at McMaster, Sawyer’s last days were filled with visiting family and loved ones, taking family photos, and endless cuddling. Mostly, we lived and loved. When Sawyer passed away, she was in her own bed with us beside her and surrounded by family." A pediatric hospice would ensure families like ours have the support and resources during the various stages of living life with a medically fragile child, from diagnosis to hospital admissions, hospice and grief support. Join us in helping to make the dream of Keaton's House - Paul Paletta Children's Hospice a reality. Every gift makes an impact. Visit us at: https://keatonshouse.org/ Watch the full video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1PWu7AYArLc&t=2s

🌸 The Prebianca family—Connor, Sarah, Camilla (5), and their angel Georgia—experienced both incredible beauty and deep pain. Georgia, diagnosed with Lesch Nyhan Disease at 18 months, fought bravely until just before her 4th birthday. Camilla (Millie) was her loving, gentle sister, and her parents became her devoted caregivers. Their hearts are forever changed by her memory. During Georgia’s life, caring for her meant making difficult choices. They often had to send Camilla to her grandparents for “breaks,” though it was far from restful, and Camilla just wanted to be with her family. Time together was rare, with Connor taking Millie out while Sarah cared for Georgia. A hospice like Keaton’s House would have given them the chance to breathe and enjoy family moments without the constant care responsibilities. It will be a sanctuary for families like theirs—offering time to simply be together. Join us in helping to make the dream of Keaton's House - Paul Paletta Children's Hospice a reality. Every gift makes an impact. Visit us at: https://keatonshouse.org/ View the full video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nsWhwkgMDLY 💜 #KeatonsHouse #FamilyLove #LeschNyhanDisease #childlossawareness Keaton’s House - Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice McMaster Children's Hospital

The foundation of the services we will provide at Keaton's House—Paul Paletta Children's Hospice—is built upon the experiences of families who have cared for their seriously ill children. We affectionately call them our 'family circle,' and their voices guide all our planning. “In our experience, a pediatric hospice that offers both medical respite and palliative care would meet a critical gap in services by establishing lifelong relationships with families of medically fragile children from birth to death. As is often stated, it takes a village to raise a child. This is especially true for these special kiddos. A pediatric hospice must be part of the village!” Join us in helping to make this dream a reality. Every gift makes an impact. Visit us at: https://keatonshouse.org/ View the full video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVv2ZUp0BJM

The healing power of music is alive and well at our hospice! Music therapy brings comfort, joy, and peace to our residents and their families, creating moments of connection and serenity. Thank you to our talented music therapists for creating these special moments every week. 💜🎶 #kempcarenetwork #MusicTherapy #HealingThroughMusic #HospiceCare

We are still floating as you continue to help us make this dream a reality. In 2026, when we prepare to cut the ribbon at Keaton’s House - Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice, we can say we did it together. We are changing the landscape for seriously ill children and their families for a century and beyond. Your participation in this campaign is crucial. Please see the link in our bio and contact Robyn Knickle, Senior Director of Development, to make a significant impact. #kempcarenetwork Keaton’s House - Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice LIUNA Local 837 City of Hamilton

And they are off!! Hike for Hospice 2024!

It was important for Deputy Premier of Ontario and Minister of Health, Sylvia Jones, to deliver a message that could be widely shared with the board, staff, partners, volunteers, supporters, donors and future supporters of Kemp Care Network. She explains clearly that the Province is in lock-step with the build of Keaton’s House-Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice. Have a listen to hear about the approval of both capital and operational funding that the Government of Ontario has committed. Thank you Minister Jones, for your advocacy and support to bring a children’s hospice to Hamilton and for all the strong support your government has demonstrated to palliative care in Ontario. Sylvia Jones FordNation #palliativecare #ontariohealth

🌟 A big shoutout to Mikah and Martine, our incredible art therapy interns at the Day Wellness Program! 🌟 Through art therapy, they help participants cultivate self-awareness and uncover self-insights using guided mindfulness exercises and creative expression. 🎨✨ Discover more about our Day Wellness Program and Grief Support at Kempcarenetwork.org. #kempcarenetwork #hamont #arttherapy #daywellness #mindfulness #healingthroughart

🌟 Join Us for the Hike for Hospice! 🌟 Let's come together on Saturday, June 15th, at T.B. McQuesten Park for an inspiring and meaningful day! 🌳 Lace up your sneakers and walk the neighbourhood with us as we support Dr. Kemp's House, providing comfort and care to those in need. This event is not just about hiking; it's about community, compassion, and making a difference. Whether you're an avid walker or runner or just looking for a beautiful way to spend a Saturday, we can’t wait to see you there! ❤️ ✨ Why You Should Join: Support a Vital Cause: Every step you take helps fund essential services at Dr. Kemp's House. Family & Friends: Bring your loved ones for a day of fun and unity. Easy Participation: Register effortlessly and start collecting pledges to boost your impact. 📅 Date: Saturday, June 15th 📍 Location: T.B. McQuesten Park | 10am to 1pm Don't miss out on this chance to hike for a purpose and make a real difference. Register today, gather your pledges, and let's make this the best Hike for Hospice yet! Together, we can walk towards a brighter future. See you at the park! 🥾💙 #HikeForHospice #CommunitySupport #DrKempsHouse #Fundraiser #MakeADifference #FamilyAndFriends #JoinUs #hamont #kempcarenetwork

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