Prairie Hospice Society Inc.

12/25/2025

Wishing our entire Saskatoon community a Merry Christmas filled with peace, warmth, and quiet moments of joy. Whether you are spending time with loved ones or caring for someone special, we hope your day is comfortable and bright. 🎄✨

12/22/2025

What does double your donation mean? It means double the compassion, double the respite, and double the dignity for families facing terminal illness. Thanks to the JBL Charitable Foundation, your kindness is matched up to $15,000! Together, we can bring even more care to those who need it most. Give the gift of comfort this holiday season. https://1l.ink/W87VT2F

12/19/2025

Home is where the heart is, especially during the cold winter months. Our "Hospice without Walls" approach ensures that non-medical care—companionship, support, and respite—is delivered right to clients wherever they call home in Saskatoon. Comfort and dignity, no matter the weather.

12/16/2025

Every year, our compassionate volunteers provide thousands of hours of comfort. Your year-end donation directly funds the training, support, and resources our volunteers need to serve over 1,300 clients. Be the reason someone feels supported this season. https://1l.ink/JJ3BBBL

For a limited time, the JBL Charitable Foundation is matching every dollar donated to Prairie Hospice Society, up to $15,000!

12/10/2025

Looking for a way to share the true spirit of the season? Giving the gift of time and presence as a Prairie Hospice Society volunteer is a profound act of compassion. We bring comfort and dignity to clients wherever they call home. Apply to join our team in the new year—training starts at the end of January!

10/29/2025

When you’re dealing with a life-limiting illness, unexpected needs can arise suddenly. Our Hospice Now service is our commitment to a quick, compassionate response. This non-medical support ensures clients can get to appointments or have essential errands run without added stress on the family. Find out how to access this reliable service. https://1l.ink/LQW28S8

10/24/2025

Dignity and comfort are at the forefront of everything we do. Our non-medical support ensures clients' emotional, spiritual, and social needs are met, honoring their wishes and preserving their quality of life. This is what end-of-life care should be. Head to our website to learn more about what we do! https://1l.ink/ZFRFC7V

10/21/2025

Meet Madison, one of our compassionate Program Coordinators! 👋 Madison's commitment to community service started at 15 and grew into a passion for end-of-life care during her social work studies. Her placement in Palliative Care solidified her calling to support individuals and families during life's most significant stage. We're so grateful for her heart and dedication! ❤️ When not working, Madison loves family suppers, being creative, and baking with her husband and dog, Zola, right here in Saskatoon.

10/16/2025

As the seasons change, it’s a good time to check in on our well-being, especially when dealing with loss. Our Bereavement Support Program offers a compassionate space for our clients to share, listen, and find understanding after the loss of a loved one.

10/13/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from The Prairie Hospice Society! We are deeply grateful for our compassionate volunteers and the community that supports our mission. Wishing you a restful day!

10/08/2025

Caregivers and those living with a life-limiting illness are the focus of a recent Statistics Canada report.
"Living with a life-limiting illness: A 2024 national crowdsourced study of experiences and access to care." https://bit.ly/42tvQLF
Highlights from the report:
· Among study participants (984), 36% identified as persons living with a life-limiting illness, while 64% identified as unpaid caregivers. Over two-thirds (69%) of persons living with a life limiting illness reported having an unpaid caregiver.
· The top three factors that impacted participants’ ability to access care promptly was the availability of care providers or specialists (71%), difficulty navigating the healthcare system (45%), and availability of services in their preferred care setting (37%).
· The majority of unpaid caregivers (89%) reported that they did not have an assessment to determine their needs for support in their caregiving role. While about half (49%) of unpaid caregivers reported receiving partial support, over a third (39%) stated they received no help at all.

The majority of participants with life-limiting illnesses reported limited access to care outside regular hours but generally received timely care within reasonable wait times.

The most difficult services to access included pain management, specialist referrals and care coordination.

Learn more about the results from the study here: https://ow.ly/2hny50X4ZrT.

Healthy Canadians
Public Health Agency of Canada
Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI)

09/22/2025

The transition to fall can be a busy time. For caregivers, it's a reminder to prioritize self-care. We encourage you to take a few moments for yourself each day. Your own well-being is essential for providing compassionate care to others.