project – Hospice Yukon

1 – Caregivers Coffee Circle

Event Postponed - but please email if this interests you so that we can book new dates. Are you a caregiver of a family member or friend? Are you in need of a break? Join other caregivers over snacks and coffee, to take a few moments for yourself and know that you're not alone. We [...]

2 – 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

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

Grief Yoga – Winter 2023

THIS EVENT IS NOW WAITING LIST ONLY… BUT FEEL FREE TO PUT YOUR NAME ON THE LIST! Grief affects our whole being…Brain fog, somatic symptoms of grief, rollercoasters of emotions or numbness, low energy, etc. are all normal experiences when grieving. Grief yoga is a gentle way to rebalance energy, support self-care and gently release … Read More

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

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 and grow through difficult times. [...]

6 – Caregiving Through Loss and Grief

5 – Lights of Life

Lights of Life offers a way to remember the lives of our loved ones who have died. We often feel their absence and miss them especially during the holiday season. Visiting a Lights of Life tree and hanging a tag in their memory is a way to bring their presence closer. It’s a meaningful thing [...]

3 – Loss in the Workplace

Loss and grief will inevitably affect all workplaces. Taking a proactive approach to grief and loss enables a workplace to support employees during difficult times while also maintaining workplace productivity. In this course we will: Take an in-depth look at the nature of grief. Develop practical tools for effective management in crises and high stress [...]

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

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