As Hospice Waterloo Region continues to grow, so too does our commitment to reaching and supporting individuals and families across the entire Waterloo Region!
We are excited to share that we have grown our Day Away Program in a meaningful way. A third day program group was created roughly a year ago to meet growing demand and interest for this program. It has now blossomed into something more—a group with its own identity and a new home in Kitchener!
Our Wednesday Day Away Program has now settled into our satellite Kitchener location within Camino Wellbeing and Mental Health. This new space allows us to expand our reach and welcome participants closer to where they live, making it easier to gather, share, and support one another. We want to extend our gratitude to Camino Wellbeing and Mental Health for providing our program with a wonderful new home, and to the Waterloo Region Community Fund for their generous support of moving this program to Kitchener.
The HWR Day Away Program is now offered weekly at three locations:
- Tuesdays in Waterloo
- Wednesdays in Kitchener
- Thursdays in Cambridge
This program provides individuals who are living with a life-limiting illness (with a prognosis of up to 18 months) a welcoming space to relax, connect, and focus on themselves beyond their diagnosis. Each session offers opportunities to engage in a variety of activities, such as crafts, cards & board games, or simply spending time in conversation with others who share similar experiences and understand this stage of life.
Coffee, tea, and fresh baked goods are provided at all sessions. Each program starts at 10am and runs for two-four hours. Care Navigators will work with each client to find the best fit for them.
All programs are offered at no cost to participants. If you know someone who may be interested in attending, please contact us! Phone 519-743-4114 or email [email protected]