Beth Donovan Hospice

Beth Donovan Hospice Beth Donovan Hospice provides compassionate support and care to individuals and their families

Beth Donovan Hospice provides compassionate support and professional care to individuals and their families as they journey through the challenges of life-limiting illnesses and end-of-life transitions. Whether in a home or hospital setting, the experienced staff and trained volunteers of Beth Donovan Hospice give of themselves to ensure that the families receive the assistance, support and guidance they need. Founded through the compassion and vision of generous volunteers, Beth Donovan Hospice has been providing services to the community for over 20 years in the North Grenville - Merrickville area and more recently in the communities of South Ottawa. BDH serves all members of the community who have any life limiting illness; a terminal diagnosis is not the exclusive criterion. Medical care is not offered by Beth Donovan Hospice; however, we do attempt to co-ordinate our services with those offered by other agencies so that clients receive the maximum benefits. To speak to someone about how we may be of service, please call us at 613-258-9611. Referrals are accepted from: family members, clients, friends, clergy, physicians and other health care professionals and agencies, and, of course, self-referral. The patient/client must agree to involvement in the Hospice home-visiting program and be receptive to periodic visits by the Executive Director or Co-ordinator of Volunteers to assess ongoing needs and to monitor the program.

Wishing you a peaceful and gentle Easter weekend.Please note that our office will be closed from Friday, April 3 through...
04/03/2026

Wishing you a peaceful and gentle Easter weekend.

Please note that our office will be closed from Friday, April 3 through Monday, April 6. We will reopen at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, April 7.

If you need support during this time, you can visit our website and click “Self Refer” to connect with our services, send us an email or, leave us a message and we will get back to you as soon as we return.

www.bethdonovanhospice.ca
613-258-9611
BDH@bethdonovanhospice.ca

We have 16 sweet succlent tea cups made by one of our volunteers for a hospice fundraiser. They would make a really love...
04/02/2026

We have 16 sweet succlent tea cups made by one of our volunteers for a hospice fundraiser. They would make a really lovely hostess gift this weekend, or gift for yourself, just because!

They are $10 Each and available for pick up from the hospice until 4 PM today.

1107 French Settlement Rd, Kemptville ON K0G 1J0

A big thank you to Sean McFadden from the Alzheimer Society of Leeds, Grenville & Lanark for joining us and leading such...
04/01/2026

A big thank you to Sean McFadden from the Alzheimer Society of Leeds, Grenville & Lanark for joining us and leading such an important session on what it means to become a dementia friendly community.

These conversations help build understanding, confidence, and compassion in supporting people living with dementia and those who care for them across our community.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and took the time to learn and be part of this.

Sean will be back with us at the end of the month for Heads Up for Healthy Brains, and we’d love to see you there.

Date & Time: April 28th, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Beth Donovan Hospice
1107 French Settlement Rd, Kemptville

Register here: https://dementia-friendly-communities.raiselysite.com/

A big thank you to Orchard Walk Retirement Community for hosting us for a recent Death Café.For those who may not be fam...
03/31/2026

A big thank you to Orchard Walk Retirement Community for hosting us for a recent Death Café.

For those who may not be familiar, a Death Café is a relaxed, informal gathering where people come together over coffee and treats to talk openly about death, dying, and everything in between. There is no agenda and no pressure to share, just space for real conversation.

And what a conversation it was.

The cookies were delicious, the space was welcoming, and the discussion was truly intriguing. One question that stayed with many of us was
Where did we all learn to be uncomfortable with death?

It is not something we often make time to talk about, but when we do, it can lead to deeper understanding and connection.

Thank you again to Orchard Walk Retirement Residence and to everyone who joined us and made the conversation so meaningful.

Death Cafe

Cookies that give back 💜These beautiful cookies from Violets On Main Village Bakery are almost too pretty to eat… almost...
03/31/2026

Cookies that give back 💜

These beautiful cookies from Violets On Main Village Bakery are almost too pretty to eat… almost. And they taste just as good as they look.

All proceeds from these cookies are being donated to Beth Donovan Hospice, which means every one you pick up is giving back to our community.

They also make a really lovely gift. Easy to grab, thoughtful, and something a little different.

If you’re in Merrickville, stop in for a cookie and maybe a loaf too. You’ll be glad you did.

Over $1.5 million invested in palliative care across Eastern Ontario 💜We’re proud to share that Beth Donovan Hospice has...
03/25/2026

Over $1.5 million invested in palliative care across Eastern Ontario 💜

We’re proud to share that Beth Donovan Hospice has received $200,000 through the OutCare Fund — part of a $1.54M regional investment supporting hospice and palliative care services.

This funding will be applied toward our future hospice suites, helping us take important steps toward expanding access to compassionate, end-of-life care close to home.

Across the region, 10 organizations are receiving support to strengthen care, expand programs, and meet the growing need for hospice services.

This is what community investment looks like. This is what care close to home looks like.

🔗 Read the full announcement: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Pbtvd7ICD5Zz0J-QWFKHiFZls7-HqAy2/edit?usp=drivesdk&ouid=108397708812370045301&rtpof=true&sd=true⁠

Mayor Nancy Peckford, North Grenville 97.5 Moose FM

03/24/2026

"Whenever someone or something important to you dies or is lost, you grieve. You may also grieve as you prepare for a . This MyGrief.ca module may be helpful if you or someone you know is experiencing unrecognized https://buff.ly/YCIpwpW
“Unrecognized grief” occurs when someone is experiencing grief, but it is not acknowledged or accepted by others (or even themselves). Sometimes this is also called “disenfranchised grief.”

Our Purdy’s chocolate orders are in and ready for pick up!A huge thank you to everyone who placed an order. Because of y...
03/24/2026

Our Purdy’s chocolate orders are in and ready for pick up!

A huge thank you to everyone who placed an order. Because of you, this fundraiser was a delicious success and a wonderful show of support for Beth Donovan Hospice.

We hope you enjoy every bite. We’ll definitely be bringing this back again next spring.

If you ordered, keep an eye on your email or reach out to arrange pick up.

Last month, our Therapeutic Art Group took part in a really special workshop right here at the hospice.Shannon from Farm...
03/23/2026

Last month, our Therapeutic Art Group took part in a really special workshop right here at the hospice.

Shannon from Farmer Brown's joined us to lead a wet felting workshop, guiding participants through the process of creating these beautiful, textured pieces using wool and vibrant colours. It was such a fun and engaging experience, with everyone putting their own unique touch into their work.

Programs like this offer more than just a chance to create. They provide space to connect, reflect, and spend time with others in a supportive environment.

A big thank you to Shannon for bringing this experience to our group.

If you’d like to learn more about our Therapeutic Art Program or get on the list for the next session, please reach out to Melissa.Hill@bethdonovanhospice.ca

The program is free and open to caregivers, those experiencing grief, or individuals living with a life-limiting illness. Space is limited.

We were honoured to be invited to present at 100+ Men Who Care North Grenville this past Thursday at Catered Affairs, a...
03/22/2026

We were honoured to be invited to present at 100+ Men Who Care North Grenville this past Thursday at Catered Affairs, alongside the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation and Shelter Movers.

It was an incredible evening filled with gentleman in our community looking to making a difference close to home.

We are very grateful to have been selected as the evening’s recipient. Beth Donovan Hospice was awarded $3,500, with the other two outstanding organizations each receiving $500. To be chosen among such meaningful work in our community is something we do not take lightly.

100 Men Who Care continues to inspire us. As a group, they have now donated over $160,000 to local charities across our region. Their model is simple but powerful, members meet just four times a year, contribute $100 each, and collectively decide where those funds will have the greatest impact.

That’s just four hours a year creating real, tangible change in our community. It’s remarkable.

They are currently welcoming new members, and we encourage anyone looking for a meaningful way to give back to consider joining this incredible group.

Thank you again to 100 Men Who Care for the invitation, the opportunity to share our story, and for your ongoing support of organizations like ours. We are so grateful to be part of such a caring and compassionate community.

Mayor Nancy Peckford, North Grenville The North Grenville Times 97.5 Moose FM
Compassionate North Grenville Municipality of North Grenville

🎤 JUST ADDED – just in time for the final day!We’ve added a fun, last-minute experience to our Spring Memory Making Auct...
03/22/2026

🎤 JUST ADDED – just in time for the final day!

We’ve added a fun, last-minute experience to our Spring Memory Making Auction 👇

🍿 Table for 10 at Yuk Yuk’s Ottawa West
Located beneath Biagio’s on Richmond Road, this iconic comedy club sets the stage for a night full of laughs.

Gather your crew for an unforgettable evening — whether it’s friends, family, coworkers, or a mix of all three. It’s the perfect excuse to plan a night out together.

Valued at over $250, and like many items in the auction, it’s still sitting well below value 👀

⏰ Don’t forget — today is the final day to bid

👉 Take a look and place your bid before it closes tonight:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/spring-memory-making-auction?zlinkid=3df33947-1542-4afa-8871-4cdb1182ee14

Every bid supports Beth Donovan Hospice and helps us continue providing compassionate care and support in our community 💜

Address

1107 French Settlement Road
Kemptville, ON
K0G1J0

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+16132589611

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