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Program:
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Palliative Care Visiting Program
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Phone Numbers:
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519-271-7991
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-265-5176
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Fax:
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519-271-7612
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Address:
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Romeo Court 40 Long Dr, Suite 111 Stratford, ON N5A 8A3
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Intersection:
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Romeo St and McCarthy Rd
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Location:
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Southern Perth with multiple locations in Perth
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm Volunteers available as required
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Executives:
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Sheri Gilhula - Manager, Home and Community Care 519-271-7991 ext 6374 * sheri.gilhula@von.ca
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Public Contacts:
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Alyssa Phanpha - Program Coordinator 519-271-7991 ext 6361 * alyssa.phanpha@von.ca
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Service Description:
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Support program that matches a volunteer with people living with a life-threatening illness and bereaved families and friends in their homes, hospitals or long-term care facilities * non-medical service offers comfort, care, and emotional support to enhance quality of life
Regularly scheduled visits offer companionship, encourage activities of interest or assist with writing letters and creating legacy projects * volunteer give support and respite (breaks) to caregivers
Bereavement Support - Also available in a group setting
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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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No referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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People who would benefit from end-of-life compassionate peer support, and care partners who require bereavement support
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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East/West Perth County including Milverton, Millbank, Poole, Mitchell, Dublin, and surrounding rural areas
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Last Updated:
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7/23/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=10930
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