Margaret Bahen Hospice

Margaret Bahen Hospice Everyone deserves loving, compassionate care and support when battling a life-limiting illness at end Our services offer support and respite to caregivers.

Margaret Bahen Hospice is a division of Better Living Health and Community Services. Better Living Health and Community Services is a charitable organization providing a range of programs and services for individuals in Toronto and York Region. Better Living Health and Community Services is committed to our mission by helping adults and seniors, at all stages, experience a better quality of life. We provide essential services that assist seniors and disabled adults wishing to live independently at home and allow respite for people in a care giving role. The following is a list of the broad range of programs and services offered by Better Living Heath and Community Services, which support independence to experience a better quality of life. Adult Day Program
Community Centre
Caregiver Support
Home Maintenance
Hospice Services
In-Home Services
Meals & Grocery Delivery
Social Work Services
Transportation Services
Volunteers
Long-Term Care
In the spring of 2015, the Central LHIN issued an Expression of Interest (EOI) for Integrated Hospice Palliative Care Services within York Region. The Central LHIN was looking for an organization that would lead both community visiting hospice services, as well as, manage the implementation and operation of a new 10-bed residential hospice, currently being developed at Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket. This work aligns with the strategic plan of the Central LHIN, in support of the Province’s mandate to strengthen palliative care services within Ontario. Better Living Health and Community Services was selected as the lead organization for community hospice and also as the operator of the new Margaret Bahen Hospice for York Region. Margaret Bahen Hospice is a residential hospice that provides 24 hour palliative care services to individuals with a life-limiting illness in a home-like environment. The hospice is located in Newmarket and we will be welcoming residents that live within the York region. Our hospice offers 10 private suites where residents, and their families, can stay in the final stage of their life, at no cost to the resident. Each room includes an adjustable hospital bed for the resident, an additional Murphy-style bed for loved ones who wish to stay overnight and a private washroom. The hospice also has a shared kitchen and dining area as well as shared common space available for all of our residents. In addition to palliative care services, we offer a range of housekeeping, recreational and support services to our residents as well as their caregivers and family members. Hospices serving York Region (Hospice Vaughan, Hospice Georgina, Hospice King-Aurora-Richmond Hill and Doane House Hospice) have joined together to provide hospice palliative care and support clients, families, and caregivers. Together we provide practical, physical and emotional support to maintain quality of life. We are sensitive to personal, cultural and religious beliefs and practices in collaboration to deliver individualized care. Clients and residents can access: Visiting Volunteers, Complementary Therapy, and Grief and bereavement Support.

Drawing Your StoryEvery child’s experience of grief is different. Sometimes, drawing can offer a way to share feelings a...
01/12/2026

Drawing Your Story

Every child’s experience of grief is different. Sometimes, drawing can offer a way to share feelings and memories when words feel hard to find.

At the Mariposa Art Club, the January 16 session will focus on Drawing Your Story — using drawing and visual storytelling to help children explore emotions, reflect on their experiences, and express what feels important to them. Guided by trained art therapist facilitators and grief experts, participants are encouraged to create at their own pace in a supportive and understanding environment.

Mariposa Art Club takes place on elementary PA Days in Newmarket and brings together children who are grieving, offering a space to connect through creativity, conversation, and shared experience. Art activities, fun, and snacks are part of every session.

📅 PA Day dates (1–3 PM): Jan 16 • Jan 30
📍 Doane House Hospice, 17100 Yonge Street, Newmarket
🌐 Details: https://www.doanehospice.org/Mariposa-Art-Club
📧 Register: cgardner@myhospice.ca

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United Way Greater Toronto

Sparkly New Year's Eve at Margaret Bahen Hospice!On Dec 31, 2025, we brought fizzy drinks and joy to our wonderful resid...
01/02/2026

Sparkly New Year's Eve at Margaret Bahen Hospice!

On Dec 31, 2025, we brought fizzy drinks and joy to our wonderful residents and families. Smiles everywhere as we toasted and welcomed the NEW YEAR.

Grateful to our staff & volunteers for making it magical. Happy 2026!


Cheers to new beginnings! Happy 2026 from all of us at Better Living!
01/01/2026

Cheers to new beginnings! Happy 2026 from all of us at Better Living!

Spreading Holiday cheer at Margaret Bahen Hospice!Our amazing staff and volunteers are busy crafting festive trays and h...
12/24/2025

Spreading Holiday cheer at Margaret Bahen Hospice!

Our amazing staff and volunteers are busy crafting festive trays and handmade chocolates for residents and their families this Christmas Eve.

This warm gesture brings warmth, comfort and joy during the season.

12/23/2025

We were delighted to have Andy and Catherine at Margaret Bahen Hospice today! They shared their love of holiday music and violin talents with residents, families, visitors, staff and volunteers. Thank you Andy and Catherine for sharing your gifts of music, talent and time.

Thank you to Tracey of Club Coffee Inc for visiting our hospice last week to present the company's annual donation. We a...
12/23/2025

Thank you to Tracey of Club Coffee Inc for visiting our hospice last week to present the company's annual donation. We are grateful for your support not only for this gift, but year round as our coffee pod donor!

What a wonderful afternoon we had at our Annual Open House on December 10th!Thank you to everyone who came out to celebr...
12/23/2025

What a wonderful afternoon we had at our Annual Open House on December 10th!
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us. A special thank you to the incredibly talented elementary school students from the Mariposa Art Club for sharing their beautiful artwork-it was the highlight of the event.

We loved seeing so many smiling faces and hearing all your kind words. Grateful for our community and looking forward to more creative moments in 2026!

Happy Holidays! Wishing you and your loved ones joy, peace, and warmth this season!
12/21/2025

Happy Holidays! Wishing you and your loved ones joy, peace, and warmth this season!

Holiday candles that give back!🕯️Every candle helps support hospice care.Contact A Bradford Christmas now to get yours b...
12/18/2025

Holiday candles that give back!🕯️
Every candle helps support hospice care.
Contact A Bradford Christmas now to get yours before they’re gone. Quantities are limited, so act fast!

We are so grateful to have partnered with to have these delicious-smelling Christmas candles!🕯❤️ They are 9 oz crakling woodwick coconut soy in Cider & Vanilla scent.

Thank you, Miss Kim, for your continuous support! We are so grateful!❤️✨️

To purchase your A Bradford Christmas candles, message us to order yours today! Limited quantities!!

100% of the proceeds go to our goal of raising funds for and

From the Better Living family of organizations, we wish you a joyful and light filled Hanukkah.May this season bring pea...
12/15/2025

From the Better Living family of organizations, we wish you a joyful and light filled Hanukkah.

May this season bring peace, love, and warmth to you and your loved ones ✨🕯️

It’s ! Your gift today helps bring care, dignity, and support to those navigating life’s challenges. Learn more and don...
12/02/2025

It’s ! Your gift today helps bring care, dignity, and support to those navigating life’s challenges. Learn more and donate through the link in our bio.

Since 2017, we’ve shared meals with 1,476 residents and over 4,400 family members, all funded entirely by donors.This Gi...
11/28/2025

Since 2017, we’ve shared meals with 1,476 residents and over 4,400 family members, all funded entirely by donors.

This Giving Tuesday, your generosity helps us continue offering nourishment, holiday dinners, and a sense of “normal” when it matters most.

Visit: www.myhospice.ca/giving-tuesday

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Newmarket, ON
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Margaret Bahen Hospice is a residential hospice that provides 24 hour palliative care services to individuals with a life-limiting illness in a home-like environment. The hospice offers 10 private suites where residents, and their families, can stay in the final stage of their life, at no cost to the resident. Each room includes an adjustable hospital bed for the resident, an additional Murphy-style bed for loved ones who wish to stay overnight and a private washroom. The hospice also has a shared kitchen and dining area as well as shared common space available for all of our residents. In addition to palliative care services, we offer a range of housekeeping, recreational and support services to our residents as well as their caregivers and family members.

www.myhospice.ca