It's Official - We're the North Shore Hospice Society

The Lions Gate Hospice Society changed its name and now the North Shore Hospice Society has renewed its focus on supporting palliative care programs and patients on the North Shore. 

The Society advocated for 30 years for a free-standing Hospice to serve the North Shore, and was proud to be a partner in the capital campaign to build and equip the new North Shore Hospice.

Now, the North Shore Hospice Society focuses on three significant goals:

The New Palliative and Supportive Care Day Program:  A first in Western Canada, the Day Program provides patients diagnosed with serious illness earlier access to the facilities and staff at the Hospice to manage symptoms and receive support.  The Day Program offers weekly visits to the North Shore Hospice for regular care, support, family respite and fellowship.  The Day Program is fully financed by the North Shore Hospice Society.

The Bill Field Community Fund:  Named after a long-time champion of hospice palliative patients, the “Bill Fund” provides immediate financial support for patients and families in need to help with the unexpected extra costs that can arise.  The Bill Fund recognizes that many palliative patients remain at home and those in need require support to stay in the community.

Community Outreach and Education:  The Society sponsors the annual Honour a Life community memorial event, offers regular education events for the community and presents to religious, community and service groups on the North Shore.  The Society website provides 24 hour access to news, information and a Question and Answer feature written by a local palliative care physician.