It takes a Community to build a Hospice.

In 2016, a small group of dedicated and passionate community members joined together with the goal of bringing Hospice Care to Norwood and the surrounding communities after noticing the need for more support for rural individuals and families affected by life-limiting illness and grief.

The group formed a Board of Directors and did research including visiting other Hospices in the province to determine what was needed.

The family of JJ Stewart generously donated the original family home on Highway 7 that has now become the heart of Hospice Norwood - Stewart House. The community then raised money which allowed for renovations to make the space warm, safe and accessible to all.

In 2023, the Ontario Government assisted by providing funding for a ramp and the make the washroom fully accessible.

Our hope for the future is to build a new wing with a 2 bed Hospice residence where people will be able to receive care in their last days or weeks of life.

Volunteers continue to remain the foundation of Hospice Norwood. All volunteers who serve clients are screened and participate in a 30 hour training program.

In 2023, Hospice Norwood and Hospice Peterborough entered into a partnership to offer programming in Norwood. Programming is available to clients with a life-threatening illness, caregivers and people experiencing grief related to the death of a close loved one.

Hospice Norwood is passionate about our vision of delivering hospice care to Norwood and surrounding communities. Please feel free to reach out to access programming or to join us in achieving this vision.

THANK YOU
Thank you to all who have graciously donated and supported our fundraising.You make a difference in the lives of people living with life-limiting illnesses, their caregivers and families and those grieving the loss of a loved one.Community donors and generosity make Hospice Norwood possible. Please continue to support us!