3 – Grief Writing Workshop

3 – Grief Writing Workshop
Join Clea Roberts and Hospice Yukon facilitator Carlie Graef for a Grief Writing Workshop exploring three different forms of expression: journalling, poetry and memoir. Writing can be a powerful way to process grief, honour a loved one, and support legacy projects during anticipatory grief. The workshop is a supportive, no pressure environment where participants will: [...]

1 – Indoor Grief Walking Group

1 – Indoor Grief Walking Group
Walking with others can be a great way to give yourself some much-needed care when you are grieving the loss of a loved one. This group is a gentle way to connect with others who are grieving. Walking and breathing can help move our emotions. The group walks at an easy pace on the indoor [...]

Remembering Morris Lamrock

Remembering Morris Lamrock

Morris was a volunteer with Hospice Yukon. This version of his life story was originally co-written by Joie Quarton and Susie Anne Bartsch and adapted for our blog.Morris David Lamrock was a true renaissance man, a man of varied passions and interests, a man of range and capacity. Born on February 13, 1960, in Calgary, … Read More

Affected by Change

Affected by Change

We expect that the effects of the pandemic will continue to be felt in our community for years to come… many Yukoners lost family members, employment, and important social connections.  There have been a few “silver linings” at Hospice Yukon, including our increased capacity to offer services remotely across the Yukon. We’re also noticing that … Read More

4 – Living with Loss – Online

4 – Living with Loss – Online
Join us Wednesday February 11 This is a free workshop to help you support yourself and others in times of grief. You will learn about the nature of grief and the various ways it can impact people experiencing different forms of loss, as well as practical tools for self- care that will help you heal [...]

2 – Caregiving Through Loss and Grief

2 – Caregiving Through Loss and Grief
This 5-part online course is geared towards the unique needs of family and professional caregivers. The role of a caregiver often involves grief - both our own and the grief of those we care for. Developing awareness of the complex and often hidden losses that affect caregivers can help you feel more confident and satisfied in [...]

Excerpts from a Grief Diary

Excerpts from a Grief Diary

By Megan Slobodin A year ago, my husband passed – unexpectedly, suddenly.  I felt myself plunging deep into grief, fighting for air, and forcing myself to take active steps just to keep myself alive.  Coming to grips with the loss of my partner and best friend was devastating enough. Realizing the magnitude of all the … Read More

Heartfelt Thanks to our Volunteers

This year, as in many years past, our passionate and skilled volunteers have contributed countless hours towards the work of Hospice Yukon. Our volunteers help in myriad ways… they are part of all of our programs and services, and also help out ‘behind the scenes’. The following are some of the important ways they contribute: … Read More

New Resources for Pet Loss

New Resources for Pet Loss

Pets are treasured members of the family. Whether the main companion to someone who lives alone, or a four-legged member of a big family, our pets are important. They are sensitive to our moods, make us laugh with their antics, they get us out for fresh air, and they are an endless source of physical … Read More

Hospice Board Update

The health of any organization can be measured by the strength of its leadership and governance. Hospice Yukon is fortunate in having had a long history of skilled and passionate board members guiding the ways in which we fulfill our mandate. At our AGM in May of this year there were some changes to our … Read More