Saugeen Hospice Inc. Receives Ontario Ministry Of Health Approval To Begin Construction
A major milestone in bringing hospice residence care closer to home for families across our communities.
WALKERTON, ON – The Board of Directors of Saugeen Hospice Inc. is pleased to announce that the Ontario Ministry of Health has granted formal approval to proceed with construction of its new six-bed hospice residence in the Municipality of Brockton.
This approval marks a significant milestone in Saugeen Hospice Inc.’s journey to establish a hospice residence that will provide compassionate, end-of-life care and support for residents and their families, closer to home.
After years of planning, fundraising, community engagement and preparation, Saugeen Hospice Inc. is ready to build!
"This is an important and exciting day for Saugeen Hospice Inc. and for the many communities that have supported our vision.
This achievement belongs to our entire community. It reflects the extraordinary generosity, dedication and commitment of our donors, volunteers, Board members past and present, fundraising committees and partners, municipalities, local businesses, service clubs, faith groups, charitable foundations, community organizations, health-care partners, professional advisers and government representatives.
Above all, it reflects the belief and support of the countless individuals and families across our communities who have shared our vision of bringing compassionate hospice residence care closer to home.
Together, we have reached this remarkable milestone, and together, we are ready to build,” said Carol Kraft, Chair of the Board of Directors, Saugeen Hospice Inc.
The Board of Directors also extends its sincere appreciation to the Ontario Ministry of Health, and the Municipality of Brockton.
“I am proud that our government is partnering with the Saugeen Hospice Board to deliver compassionate care, close to home in Walkerton, and for neighbouring communities as well,” said Lisa Thompson, MPP for Huron-Bruce. She added, “I congratulate the Board. They have worked incredibly hard to build a strong foundation on which the hospice will be confidently sustained by way of a solid business model that prioritizes thoughtful support for families.”
Looking Ahead
Saugeen Hospice is being built by our community, for our community, and we want everyone to be part of the journey. We're preparing a dedicated space on our website, along with Facebook updates, to share construction milestones and progress as our community's hospice takes shape.
About Saugeen Hospice Inc.
Saugeen Hospice Inc. is a volunteer-driven, not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to establishing a six-bed residential hospice in the Municipality of Brockton, serving southern Grey-Bruce and surrounding communities. The hospice will provide a welcoming, compassionate, homelike environment for individuals requiring end-of-life care while offering comfort and support to their families and loved ones.
Saugeen Hospice is a reflection of what we can accomplish when a community comes together with a shared commitment to compassionate care, closer to home.
Media Contact
Saugeen Hospice Inc.
Julie Johnston – Director of Fund Development & Operational Readiness
519-901-1007
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