Carefor is launching the Caregiver Speaker Series—an educational and inspirational initiative designed to support those caring for loved ones. Funded by Rexall, this six-part series will be hosted across Carefor’s centres in Eastern Ontario, at no cost to attendees.
Each session will feature Carefor’s frontline experts—occupational therapists, nurses, personal support workers, and social workers—sharing practical strategies for dementia care, safe mobility, and navigating community resources. The series offers caregivers not only knowledge, but affirmation and connection.
Topics will be decided based on consultation with each Centre team. They are experts in their communities and will know or may suggest topics that will create the most interest.
With 71 percent of Canadian caregivers reporting increased burnout since the pandemic, this program provides a vital space for learning, rest, and renewal. While caregivers attend, Carefor will provide on-site support for their loved ones, ensuring peace of mind and uninterrupted care.
Stay tuned for upcoming sessions and dates!
The Opportunity: Supportive Recreation Worker – Grief & Loss Part Time, Permanent
Posting Date: Nov 2025
As a member of the Palliative Community Programs Team, the Supportive Recreation Worker – Grief & Loss, supports individuals through their grief journey and works in conjunction with the Patient and Family Support Services Counsellor. This role functions as a member of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering recreational and therapeutic activities supporting grief, bereavement, and emotional well-being for Hospice clients, families, and staff. This position also supports social casework, case management, and group facilitation as appropriate. Care is provided within the framework of quality and risk management and in accordance with Carefor’s policies, Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) standards, and the professional guidelines set by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.
** This is a part-time position, scheduled for 37.5 hours per pay period, requiring evening and weekend availability as needed.
About us:
Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.
For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.
Job Description
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What You Will Do:
- Plan, implement, and evaluate a variety of therapeutic recreation and legacy building activities.
- Provide non-clinical, emotional support to patients and caregivers experiencing grief and loss.
- Facilitate group sessions
- Educate families and caregivers regarding the grief process, coping strategies and available resources
- Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, staff, and the community to encourage participation in programs.
- Support and coordinate volunteer involvement.
- Assess client’s needs to determine eligibility for services and development of care plans that reflect the needs and preferences of the individual; detail appropriate support and interventions; and ensures a wellness approach to care.
- Refer client to partner organizations and programs as applicable.
- Utilize a care coordination approach to monitor and respond to changes in needs of the client including but not limited to updated care plans, changes in status, and internal/external referrals.
- Maintain contact with assigned volunteers, monthly or more as required, to document volunteer interactions, provide support, and communicate updates or changes in client status and/or care needs.
- Support grief and bereavement training with Palliative Care Education and training tools recognized by HPCO.
- Represent the organization at outreach functions
- Abides by the practice standards of Social Work and Carefor policies and procedures
- Informs clients of foreseeable risks as well as rights, opportunities and obligations associated with the provision of Social Work services
- Facilitate links with other program teams, incorporate, and strengthen collaborative and multi-disciplinary teamwork
- Assist in the implementation of regularly scheduled Quality Assurance initiatives such as Chart Audits, Peer Reviews, and Best Practice Guidelines
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Qualifications
- Post-secondary diploma/degree in Recreation & Leisure Studies, Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, Social Work or Social Service Work
- Registration with or eligibility for registration with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) and/or registered with Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers if applicable
- Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- 2-3 years of experience (specifically relevant experience in hospice palliative care, social services, and/or community support sector)
- Experience in developing, implementing, delivering, and evaluating individual, group, and community programs
- Professional experience in program coordination, client relations, client intake process, client assessments, care planning, and data collection
- Experience in working within an interdisciplinary team that includes volunteers
- Demonstrated ability to value diversity, be client-centered, express flexibility, and maintain a positive attitude
- Experience in providing individual and group counseling and interventions
- Proficiency and experience working in a computerized environment
- Bilingual (French and English) strong asset
- Experience with grief and bereavement, end of life
- Experience in hospice care, knowledge of hospice/palliative care philosophy
- Collaborate with all staff to ensure quality development, and delivery of hospice program
- Establish and maintain community relationships for referrals and program development
- Experience with Client Intake and Case Management
- Experience with Group Facilitation and training for grief support
- Participation in fund development and public engagement events
- Valid Driver’s Licence and reliable transportation
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What We Have to Offer You
The hiring range for this position is $27.57- $31.59 /per hour which reflects the expected starting salary based on qualifications and experience. Please note, this is not the full salary range for the position. Opportunities for growth within the full salary range are available in alignment with organizational policies and performance.
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
- Wellness program
- Company events
- Work-life balance
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: $27.57- $31.59/per hour
Flexible Language Requirement: Bilingual (French and English) strong assetSchedule: 8 hours shift; evening and weekend availability as needed
Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.
Apply Now
Posting Date: August 2025
The Opportunity: Personal Support Worker – Community
The Personal Support Worker provides personal care and homemaking services to individuals in the home within the framework of Carefor policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to meeting the needs of individuals and attain an optimal level of independence and well-being.
About Us:
Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.
For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.
Job Description
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What You Will Do:
Responsibilities:
- Follow the individual’s care plan and inform a supervisor if care needs have changed.
- Contributes to the development of the client’s Care Plan, which is created by the Personal Support Program Supervisor.
- Performs personal support tasks reflecting the needs of the individual/family. Tasks may include:
- light housekeeping duties,
- meal set-up or planning and preparing nutritious meals including special diets,
- laundering of clothes and linens,
- monitoring and maintaining household safety,
- providing personal care which could include bathing, mouth and skin care, dressing and grooming, assistance in walking and transfers, climbing or descending stairs, feeding, exercises and bedside care,
- perform delegated tasks (e.g. applying prescription ointment) where required, under the direction of the supervisor or another Professional (RN, PT, OT),
- recognizing the social and emotional needs of clients and dealing with them effectively,
- providing respite care, accompanying clients on outings or to appointments as necessary, shopping for client as required,
- Planning and organizing each day’s activities, setting priorities for personal support and other activities, to effectively utilize time, energy, supplies and equipment, completing assignments in the assigned length of time,
- Receives direction and assignments from the coordinator or supervisor by phone, voicemail, email or in person.
- Consults with the coordinator or supervisor regarding assignment changes, referral changes/differences and other pertinent information.
- Reports verbally to the supervisor any changes in the individual’s personal support needs or home situation requiring a change in the care plan.
- Completes daily call a-heads and reports any changes to schedule to the coordination team immediately.
- Observes the client’s pattern of communication and relating and reports changes/concerns to the supervisor.
- Utilizes verbal and non-verbal communication skills effectively with the client.
- Consults with the supervisor when unable to resolve difficulties with a client or team member or when requiring clarification about an issue.
- Listen to voice mail message and check emails regularly and responds promptly when required.
- Functions and reports in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and Carefor policies and procedures.
- Participates in health and safety training including WHIMS and applies this knowledge in the workplace.
- Participates in all Mandatory Education
- Wears and uses any/all protective equipment or clothing provided by Carefor and does not interfere with protective devices to change or negate their functions.
- Reports the absence of or defect in any equipment or protective device of which he/she is aware, and which may endanger him/herself, another worker or the client.
- Reports any violations of the Health and Safety Act or the regulations, or the existence of any hazard to their supervisor or coordinator.
- Ensures all workplace incidents are reported in a timely manner in accordance with legislation, and Carefor policies and procedures for workplace injuries and incidents.
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Qualifications
- Certificate in Personal Support Worker program
- Registration with the Personal Support Network of Ontario- recommendedCurrent Standard First Aid Certificate
- Current CPR level C Certificate
- Housekeeping experience
- Meal Preparation experience
- Experience working with elderly
- Must be able to communicate well, both written and verbal
- Ability to take direction well
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to adjust to working in different social and economic environments
- Ability to use technology
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What We Have to Offer You
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Provincial government $3/hr. wage enhancement)
- Paid mileage between clients
- Smartphone provided
- 24/7 support from on-call Supervisors
- Paid orientation and training
- Flexible Shifts
- All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
- Wellness program
- Company events
- Work-life balance
Job Types: Part-Time/ Full Time
Salary: $20.72-27.20 per hour
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- PSW certificate or equivalency (required)
- Driving Licence (G2/G) (Required)
Work Location: Cornwall Respite/ Community
Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.
Apply Now
The Opportunity: Part-Time, Permanent
Posting Date: August 2025
The Homemaker provides homemaking services to individuals and families in the home within the framework of Carefor policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. Collaborates with the Program Coordinator to meet the needs of individuals and attain an optimal level of independence in the home environment.
The primary client service area for this position is Stormont & Dundas Counties, the incumbent must be willing to travel to neighbouring towns in other counties. Access to a reliable vehicle is required.
Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.
For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.
Job Description
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What You Will Do:
- Maintain a clean, safe, home environment
- Sweep, vacuum, sponge mop floors
- Dust furniture
- Clean bathrooms
- Change bed linens, wash, dry personal clothing and linens
- Collect garbage from all rooms and dispose in designated trash bins
- Wash and dry dishes
- Wash fridge and stove (as required)
- Follow infection control policies and procedures for housekeeping
- Reports unsafe conditions or changes in client’s home environment
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Qualifications
- Household management experience
- Previous housekeeping experience is an asset
- Experience working with elderly/vulnerable sector
- Must be able to speak English, French is a strong asset
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to adjust to working with people of different background and abilities.
- Ability to manage confidential information
- Ability to work independently
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Current Standard First Aid Certificate, an asset
- Current CPR level C Certificate, an asset
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate, an asset
- Up to date immunizations for diphtheria, tetanus, polio, rubella and hepatitis
- Negative tuberculosis test
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What can we offer you
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
- Wellness program
- Company events
- Work-life balance
- Paid mileage between clients
- Smartphone provided
- 24/7 support from on-call Supervisors
- Paid orientation and training
- Flexible Shifts
- All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Job Types: Part-Time – Permanent
Location: Stormont & Dundas Counties
Salary: $17.54 – $21.23
Hrs: 45 hours bi-weekly)
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.
Apply Now
The Opportunity: Full-Time- Permannet
Posting Date: July 2025
The Homemaker provides homemaking services to individuals and families in the home within the framework of Carefor policies, procedures, standards and quality & risk management. Collaborates with the Program Coordinator to meet the needs of individuals and attain an optimal level of independence in the home environment.
The primary client service area for this position is Prescott-Russell, the incumbent must be willing to travel to neighbouring towns in other counties. Access to a reliable vehicle is required.
Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.
For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.
Job Description
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What You Will Do:
- Maintain a clean, safe, home environment
- Sweep, vacuum, sponge mop floors
- Dust furniture
- Clean bathrooms
- Change bed linens, wash, dry personal clothing and linens
- Collect garbage from all rooms and dispose in designated trash bins
- Wash and dry dishes
- Wash fridge and stove (as required)
- Follow infection control policies and procedures for housekeeping
- Reports unsafe conditions or changes in client’s home environment
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Qualifications
- Household management experience
- Previous housekeeping experience is an asset
- Experience working with elderly/vulnerable sector
- Must be able to speak English, French is a strong asset
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to adjust to working with people of different background and abilities.
- Ability to manage confidential information
- Ability to work independently
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Current Standard First Aid Certificate, an asset
- Current CPR level C Certificate, an asset
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate, an asset
- Up to date immunizations for diphtheria, tetanus, polio, rubella and hepatitis
- Negative tuberculosis test
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What can we offer you
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
- Wellness program
- Company events
- Work-life balance
- Paid mileage between clients
- Smartphone provided
- 24/7 support from on-call Supervisors
- Paid orientation and training
- Flexible Shifts
- All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Job Types:Full-time
Salary: $17.54 – $21.23
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift
- 75 hours bi-weekly
Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.
Apply Now
The Opportunity: Full time, Casual PSW
Posting Date: January 2025
As a Personal Support Worker, you will make an impact on the lives of others and feel valued, respected, listened to, and empowered to live up to your potential at Carefor Health & Community Services.
At Carefor we are in ongoing need of Personal Support Workers to support our clients in their homes and in retirement settings. You will be providing them with care and support so they can stay at their own homes longer and more safely.
About us
Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,400 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor, has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897. Please visit our website for more information.
At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives. For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Our staff love working in the community because they can see a real impact in the lives of their clients and their families. See more about working with Carefor.
We are driven to help our staff learn, develop and be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule we’re looking out for you and your family.
Job Description
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What You Will Do:
The Personal Support Worker is a critical role within our communities as it positively affects the lives of clients and ignites the warmth of human connection. You will be making a difference in the lives of your clients each day by providing personal care, delegated exercise programs, and activities of daily living (ADLs) as prescribed by each client’s individual care plan while collaborating with all members of the health care team to meet the needs of individuals to attain their optimal level of independence and well-being.
You will make an impact on the lives of clients in the following ways:
- Assist in the activities of daily living including eating, dressing, transferring, grooming, and bathing
- Provide laundering of clothes and linens
- Provide light cleaning
- Provide respite care
- Provide light meal preparation
- Provide cognitive, social, and compassionate support
- Document reports for clients on their plan of care and any changes in the behaviour of daily routines
- Other related duties and tasks as assigned by the Supervisor in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety legislation, regulations, and Carefor policies and procedures.
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Qualifications
- Certificate in Home Support Worker (Level II, III), Personal Support Worker or Developmental Service Worker program, Health Care Aide, Foreign-Trained BScN or Doctor, Paramedic Graduate, BScN Nursing Student, or second year RPN student.
- Your ability to manage confidential information
- Your ability to work independently
- Your ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal
- You can provide a Vulnerable Sector check (obtained within the previous six months)
- You are comfortable working in various social and economic environments
- You can provide up to date immunizations for diphtheria, tetanus, polio, rubella and hepatitis
- You are comfortable using a smartphone to communicate with clients and Carefor office staff by phone and email
- You are comfortable using a smartphone for screening and security applications (apps)
- Experience with Palliative Care is considered an asset
- First Aid CPR is considered an asset
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What We Have to Offer You
- Competitive wages (in addition to the Provincial government $3/hr. wage enhancement)
- Defined Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Paid 3-day orientation
- Paid professional development and training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Smartphone
- All necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- 24/7 on-call Supervisors’ support
- Opportunities for growth
- A collaborative, diverse and inclusive team culture
Job Types: Full Time, Casual
Salary: $19.67/hr- $24.59/hr
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Day shift (6am-2pm), Evening shift (2pm-11pm)
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Language:
- English (required)
Licence/Certification:
- PSW certificate or equivalency (required)
- Driving Licence (G2/G) ( required)
Work Location: In person
Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.
Apply Now
Join us for an exclusive presentation
TIME: Registration: 2:00 p.m.| Presentation Start: 2:30 p.m. LOCATION:Carefor North-Stor Support Centre 6 Nelson Street; Finch, ON K0C 1K0 – Venue is Accessible
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ABOUT THE SPEAKERFor over 22 years Erin Meisner has been guiding and educating individuals, families and business owners on their health needs, retirement and financial affairs. Her expertise includes developing strategic plans for the families she works with to help them grow and preserve their wealth while also redirecting their tax dollars from the Canada Revenue Agency to causes that are deeply meaningful to them.
Erin is the proud mom of two amazing boys, Jude and Jakob, and three Airedale/Giant Schnauzer pups, who keep her on her toes. She lives just outside of the city of Ottawa in the beautiful small town of Merrickville but, you won’t often find her there as she and her husband, Ted, are happily either rink side or diamond side most evenings and weekends! |
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DATE: Tuesday, October 15, 2024 TIME: Registration: 2:00 p.m.| Presentation Start: 2:30 p.m. LOCATION: Best Western Plus Parkway Inn & Conference Centre 1515 Vincent Massey Dr, Cornwall ON K6H 5R6 – Venue has 15 stairs
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ABOUT THE SPEAKERFor over 22 years Erin Meisner has been guiding and educating individuals, families and business owners on their health needs, retirement and financial affairs. Her expertise includes developing strategic plans for the families she works with to help them grow and preserve their wealth while also redirecting their tax dollars from the Canada Revenue Agency to causes that are deeply meaningful to them.
Erin is the proud mom of two amazing boys, Jude and Jakob, and three Airedale/Giant Schnauzer pups, who keep her on her toes. She lives just outside of the city of Ottawa in the beautiful small town of Merrickville but, you won’t often find her there as she and her husband, Ted, are happily either rink side or diamond side most evenings and weekends!
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It’s time to March for Meals !
Food insecurity and isolation are two major problems facing seniors in our community. With the cost of food and transportation, more and more seniors are finding it harder to age at home. Can you help them?
Your donation will help provide isolated and vulnerable seniors across your community access to a nutritious meal delivered to their door. But Meal Delivery is more than just ensuring nutrition; it’s also about making sure someone is doing okay.
Your donation helps change this. You’ll be helping put a meal on a table and smile on a face.
Our seniors have looked after us their whole lives. It’s time for us to look after them.
Please give today in Eastern Counties
Please support seniors in Renfrew County
Hike for Hospice for Carefor Hospice Cornwall is back for another year! This annual walk is a major event in our calendar to help us raise essential funds for our hospice so we can continue to provide end-of-life care for our clients and their families.
Your participation and support mean everything, so we hope you’ll either lace up your walking shoes or support someone who is.
This year’s Hike will take place on Sunday, May 5th at Carefor Hospice Cornwall at 1507 Second St W in Cornwall. Registration opens at 12:30 PM, and the Hike starts at 1:00PM, with a BBQ to follow.
A 2024 Hike Pledge Form is available here, or if you’d like to do it virtually, you can sign up here.
We hope to see you out for a great day of love and community!
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@carefor.ca
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