From May 4–10, 2025, Chilliwack Hospice Society joins organizations across Canada in recognizing National Hospice Palliative Care Week — a time to honour the importance of palliative care and raise awareness about the many ways it supports individuals and families facing serious illness. Led by the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA), this year’s theme, [...]
Earlier this year, Chilliwack Hospice Society was honoured to receive a generous donation from Chilliwack PieceMakers Quilting Guild. Each year, the Guild invites its members to nominate and vote for a local charity that demonstrates exceptional service to the community. We’re grateful to have been selected as this year’s recipient. In addition to recognizing the [...]
Chilliwack Hospice Society is delighted to welcome Candice Quesnel as the new Palliative Services Manager. Candice, a skilled social worker, brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her role, holding a Bachelor of Social Work degree and a diploma in Social Services with an Indigenous concentration. Candice Quesnel In her important role, [...]
Chilliwack Hospice Society is pleased to share its calendar of winter programs for the grieving community to participate in, including many continuing options for individual and group grief support. First Step Grief Support Group begins January 30 and meets weekly for eight weeks. The group is best suited for those who have experienced the death [...]
On the third Tuesday in November each year, Chilliwack Hospice Society joins organizations across Canada in recognizing National Grief and Bereavement Day. Join us on November 21 as we honour, show respect for, and advocate for those who are experiencing grief, bereavement, anticipatory grief, and chronic sorrow. Recognizing this significant day gives us an opportunity [...]
For many who celebrate, the Easter season is a time for reflection, gratitude, and renewal. However, holiday weekends can be especially difficult for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. If you have a friend or family member who is experiencing grief this Easter, there are several things you can do to [...]
Chris Emery (left), General Manager at Murray Mazda; Franceska Hills; Sue Knott (right), Executive Director of Chilliwack Hospice Society In 2021, Mazda’s Local Legends campaign helped rebuild Canadian small businesses across the country that were impacted by COVID. This year, they have chosen to shine a spotlight on people who go the extra [...]
Earlier this Fall, for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began, a new cohort of potential volunteers completed their Basic Hospice Training in preparation for service to Chilliwack Hospice Society at Cascade Hospice Residence and with clients in the community. Entryway to Cascade Hospice Residence where Chilliwack Hospice Society provide free bereavement and [...]
Chilliwack Hospice Society partners with Freedom Reins Equine Connections to provide therapeutic sessions for bereaved children and youth in the local community Throughout the year as part of our children’s and youth programming at Chilliwack Hospice Society, we partner with Freedom Reins Equine Connections to facilitate therapeutic interactions between horses and some of our [...]
