Grief & Caregiver Support

Offers free short-term grief counselling and wellness programs for people living with terminal illness, caregivers, those experiencing anticipatory grief and bereaved community members.

Self-referral; call extension 143 or email to ask about counselling and current programs.

Connects unpaid caregivers with free information, local services and practical supports through a 24/7 multilingual helpline and weekday online chat.

Self-referral; providers may share the number directly with caregivers.

Coordinates publicly funded nursing, personal support, therapies, supplies and other home-based services for patients with palliative needs and their caregivers.

Anyone may refer with the patient's consent by calling the South West information and referral line.

Provides confidential information, referral coordination and navigation for patients, caregivers and clinicians seeking information about medical assistance in dying in Ontario.

Patients may self-refer and providers or caregivers may call; information is available 24/7 and referral services operate weekdays.

A six-week workshop supporting caregivers with practical tools for self-care, emotion management, building self-confidence, and accessing community resources. See link for upcoming workshop dates.

Offers caregiver groups, respite, companionship and emotional support for people caring for someone with a life-limiting illness in Elgin County.

No referral required; call to register and confirm the current group schedule.

Provides individual volunteer grief support and group programs such as Healing Souls, grief maintenance, mindfulness and Kids' Circle for people affected by a death.

No referral required; pre-registration is required.

Trained volunteers provide companionship, caregiver respite and emotional support at home, in hospital or in long-term care for people living with life-threatening illness.

No referral required; pre-registration is required by phone or email.