Hospice Peterborough

10/29/2025

Did you know you can still support Hike for Hospice 2025 until the end of October? 😎

That means this Friday is your last day to support free palliative care and bereavement support through Hospice Peterborough's largest annual fundraising event.

Hike for Hospice 2025 at-a-glance:

- We raised over $137,000, with donations still coming in!
- Notorious T.A.S.H. was once again our top team, raising an incredible $ 12,255.30, and team lead Kyle McConnell was our top fundraiser, raising $ 4,310.00! Congratulations, Notorious T.A.S.H. and Kyle!
- Over 360 Hikers participated this year! Wowie!

To support a Hiker or team, choose a recipient from the "Sponsor a Participant or Team" tab, and click "Sponsor Me Now": https://www.easypledge.ca/hospice-peterborough/search.php

10/29/2025

What if a tattoo could carry more than a memory — what if it held a piece of someone you loved? In this episode, we sit down with artist Kerri Parnell, who’s redefining the meaning of memorial art through her deeply personal cremation tattoos.

These aren’t your average tattoos. Kerri blends a trace of a loved one’s ashes into the ink — creating designs that are both beautiful and intimate. But how did she start doing this? What does it mean for those who choose to carry their loved one in this way? And what are the emotions, ethics, and stories behind this growing practice?

Join us as we explore the art, the science, and the soul of remembrance through ink — and discover why people around the world are turning to Kerri to help them keep their connections alive, one tattoo at a time.

You can find more information about Kerri Parnell's work below:art

www.cremationtattoos.com

10/28/2025

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10/28/2025

Please share widely! 🔊

New workshop: “Carrying the Unspoken: Grieving a Su***de Loss”

This is one week from today.

This group is for those navigating grief after losing someone to su***de, with reflective journaling and supportive discussion.

When: November 4th, 2025, 6:30 to 8pm (one-time workshop)
Duration: 1.5-hour Workshop
Format: Group workshop (in-person)
Where: Hospice Peterborough

To register, please reach out to intake@hospicepeterborough.org or call 705-742-4042 ext. 230 to confirm your spot.

Registration closes on Friday, October 31.

10/27/2025

Great offerings from Douro-Dummer Public Library!

Join us in welcoming guest facilitator Brian Nichols to the library for our sixth Death Café on November 5th, where community members can gather and have informal conversations about death and mortality. Nichols is a retired psychotherapist with a doctorate in psychology, as well as a practicing artist whose work explores themes of grief, illness, and death. His art work will hang in the DDPL Art Gallery from November 3rd-December 23rd. Call or email the library to register for any of the Full Circle events.

10/27/2025

Reminder: registration closes this Wednesday! 🔊

Please share widely with those who would benefit.

Youth Grief Support Group and Peer Support Group for Caregivers of Bereaved Youth.

This group is for youth aged 9-12 who have experienced the death of a sibling, parent, or other close family member.

There will be a concurrent peer support group for caregivers of participants. Both groups are led by trained facilitators and volunteers.

To register: please reach out to intake@hospicepeterborough.org or call 705-742-4042 ext. 230 to confirm your spot. Registration closes on Wednesday, October 29.

10/21/2025

Join our team!

The Accounting Coordinator (Temporary Fixed Term) is responsible for supporting Hospice Peterborough with processing our accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. This position also supports the Palliative Pain and Symptom Management Program and other programs as required.

Apply now at https://www.hospicepeterborough.org/about-hospice-peterborough/join-our-team/

10/17/2025

Please share with those who would benefit! 💬

Coming soon: Youth Grief Support Group and Peer Support Group for Caregivers of Bereaved Youth.

This group is for youth aged 9-12 who have experienced the death of a sibling, parent, or other close family member.

There will be a concurrent peer support group for caregivers of participants. Both groups are led by trained facilitators and volunteers.

To register: please reach out to intake@hospicepeterborough.org or call 705-742-4042 ext. 230 to confirm your spot. Registration closes on Wednesday, October 29.

10/16/2025

Thank you Global Peterborough for sharing the amazing work the Cruise Night at Craftworks - Presented by Fowlers Corners Lions Club does!
What a difference they make in our community. Thank you Lions for once again supporting Hospice Peterborough's mission! 🦁

10/15/2025

MAiD: Creating New Dynamics in the Grief Journey

Red and Julie are delighted to welcome colleagues and friends (and past What now? guests) Dr. John Beamish and Dr. Kaetlen Wilson. The group gathered for a robust conversation about some of the unique aspects of grief with a MAiD (medical assistance in dying) death. They discuss how MAiD can be disenfranchised grief: grief that is not recognized or supported in a culturally normative manner.

They also delve into how family dynamics, secrecy, contrasting emotional responses, and the actual provision of MAiD can manifest distinct grief experiences. The group brings their many years of experience supporting families through MAiD, both prior to death and during the grieving journey. As MAiD becomes more commonplace in our Canadian context, this episode will be enlightening and supportive for all.

Listen now: https://what-now.buzzsprout.com/

10/09/2025

Love this Hiawatha First Nation. 🍽

10/09/2025

We're still basking in the glow of Hike for Hospice 2025! ❤️

Thank you again to everyone who showed up, supported, and made the day so memorable. Together, we've raised $137,000 and counting! You can still support a team or individual with a donation until the end of October: https://www.easypledge.ca/hospice-peterborough/search.php