Dundas County Hospice
The Dundas County Hospice is a registered Canadian nonprofit organization (Business Registration Number: 891316382RR0001) providing palliative care, bereavement support, and community-based end-of-life services to residents of North and South Dundas. Established in 1992, it operates as a charitable entity under the supervision of the Champlain Local Health Integration Network and the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care[1][3][5].

Services

The organization delivers free, non-medical care through trained volunteers and professionals, including:

• In-home visiting services for individuals at any stage of a life-threatening illness[1][2].
• Complementary therapies provided by qualified practitioners[2].
• Caregiver and bereavement support for families and dependents[1][2].
• Equipment loans for palliative or short-term needs, such as mobility aids and medical supplies[1][2].
• Day hospice programs and assistance with essential supplies like incontinence products[2][3].

Eligibility and Operations

Services are available to residents of Dundas County, including those in retirement homes, through referrals from healthcare providers, social agencies, clergy, or self-referrals[1][2]. The hospice emphasizes confidentiality and nondiscrimination, serving clients regardless of race, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics[2].

Funding

Approximately 45% of its funding comes from community donations, fundraising efforts, and partnerships with local organizations such as Lions Clubs and the Royal Canadian Legion. The remaining 55% is provided by government support through the Champlain LHIN[3][4]. Planned estate giving and memorial donations are key revenue streams, with tax receipts issued for contributions exceeding $20[3][4].

Mission

The organization’s mission centers on “honouring life by providing comfort, care, and compassion” to individuals facing terminal illnesses and their families[4].