Dear friends and family of Hospice Georgian Triangle,
As the leaves begin to change and cooler air settles in, I am honoured to share the latest news and updates from Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation.
First and foremost, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your support of hospice palliative care in our community. Your gifts, big and small, have allowed us to provide compassionate care and comfort to patients and their families during their most challenging moments.
Your support means:
- Annually, 250 people can be cared for at Campbell House in one of the 10 patients suites either for end-of-life or respite care.
- Families can receive caregiver support, counselling, educational resources and bereavement support to cope with loss.
- Patients can receive hospice palliative care earlier through a dedicated pain and symptom management clinic.
Your support has truly made a difference in the lives of those facing life-limiting illness and whether you have made a gift in memory of someone special, volunteered, attended an event, hosted a fundraiser, sponsored, or plan to make a gift in your will, we thank you for being an essential part of the Hospice Georgian Triangle family.
Wishing you a meaningful and beautiful fall season.
Warm regards,
Sandra Sullivan
Executive Director
Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation
Rebecca’s Reflections
Rebecca Wall is a founder of Hospice Georgian Triangle and was the recording secretary of Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation.
While attending the 2023 AGM for Hospice Georgian Triangle, I experienced something rather unexpected; not just a feeling of immense pride but also of incredible amazement in hearing the many positive accomplishments of Hospice Georgian Triangle with regards to its programs and services. To me, the growth of hospice directly relates to the needs of the community and that in turn says more people are understanding all that hospice can do. That was one of the biggest hurdles when expanding hospice to include a residential care facility; raising awareness of the true meaning of palliative care and effective ways to deal with grief either in the community or in a residential setting.
Hearing about this year’s exceptional recognition of volunteers and staff confirms that they truly are the heart and soul of hospice. Their dedication, compassion and expertise in caring for individuals and their families becomes a most effective way of spreading the word about hospice care as the recipients speak to others of their involvement. Also, the collaboration between the Hospice Georgian Triangle and Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation Boards, an approach that will only strengthen the direction of palliative care in the community, simply added to my pride of Hospice Georgian Triangle and the Foundation and all of their accomplishments.
So many talented people are committed to Hospice Georgian Triangle, its goals and objectives, which will place palliative care in the forefront of healthcare. Hospice has worked diligently and palliative care has earned a much needed presence.
Thanks to the staff, volunteers, members of both Boards for a year of accomplishments and ensuring the foundations of hospice endeavors are sound.
The 2023 Care Gala – SOLD OUT
An evening of celebration and compassion in support of hospice palliative care patients and families.
Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation is pleased to announce the 2023 Care Gala, our signature fundraiser, is sold out. On Saturday, September 30, from 6 to 11 p.m. The Care Gala will be held at the Blue Mountain Resort’s Village Conference Centre in the Huron Ballroom, and chaired by Paula Zubek.
The year’s event will celebrate the incredible staff at Hospice Georgian Triangle and take a moment to recognize the teams that continue to provide exceptional care and support to patients and families in their greatest time of need.
“We are proud of the support of more than 320 guests who will attend this year’s gala, making a major impact on end-of-life care and contributing to the ongoing offering of grief and bereavement counselling for families following the loss of a loved one” says Paula Zubek, Event Chair.
The foundation has set a goal of raising $200,000 at the Gala to support the most urgent needs of hospice. This is our largest fundraiser of the year and it goes a long way towards the provision of compassionate care, offered at no cost to patients and clients.
*A special thank you to our presenting sponsor Blue Mountain Resort.
For those who were unable to get tickets to the Care Gala but would still like to support the case, please visit: hgtfoundation.com.
Collingwood Fashion Week
We are excited to share that Hospice Georgian Triangle is the beneficiary of Collingwood Fashion Week. Join us and enjoy a great week of fashion and make a lasting impact. Collingwood Fashion Week is a week-long, professionally executed event, highlighting the world-class fashion experiences that Collingwood’s Downtown has to offer.
This series of events is brought to you by the Collingwood Downtown BIA. Collingwood Fashion Week 2023 is not just about fashion; it’s about unity, creativity, and giving back. The week will showcase the latest fashion trends and raise critical funds for Hospice Georgian Triangle.
When: September 18-22 various locations downtown Collingwood
Full event list and registration
From the incredible launch party to the chic Fashion Gala and “sip and shops” throughout the week, there are lots of opportunities to gather and celebrate fashion. Hospice Georgian Triangle Foundation is honoured to be the beneficiary of Collingwood Fashion Week.
We are excited to share that Hospice Georgian Triangle is the beneficiary of Collingwood Fashion Week. Join us and enjoy a great week of fashion and make a lasting impact. Collingwood Fashion Week is a week-long, professionally executed event, highlighting the world-class fashion experiences that Collingwood’s Downtown has to offer.
This series of events is brought to you by the Collingwood Downtown BIA. Collingwood Fashion Week 2023 is not just about fashion; it’s about unity, creativity, and giving back. The week will showcase the latest fashion trends and raise critical funds for Hospice Georgian Triangle.
When: September 18-22 various locations downtown Collingwood
Full event list and registration
“Thank you for ministering so beautifully to those in their last days of life, and to their families. We pray that each of your staff and volunteers will be strengthened and encouraged daily.”
– The congregation of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church
Upcoming events
Be sure to check out our event calendar to see all of our upcoming events.
- September 18-23: Collingwood Fashion Week (various events)
- September 30: 2023 Care Gala SOLD OUT
- November 1-30: November Gift Matching Challenge
- November 23: The Early Elton Tribute Concert
- December 7: Lights of Love (details to come)
Have an idea or want to host a fundraiser? See the Compassion in Action section below.
Grief support resources
Did you know Hospice Georgian Triangle provides grief and bereavement support? Hospice Georgian Triangle offers one-on-one support to individuals who want to express their grief and receive suggestions on coping with the feeling of loss.These meetings can be at home, in a coffee shop, on the phone/virtual, or at Hospice Georgian Triangle. Length of sessions depends on individual assessments. Learn more,
Can you host a fundraiser?
Meet Brian & Donna Mitchell
Collingwoodstock, organized by Brian and Donna Mitchell, undoubtedly put the fun in fundraising!
This vibrant event was a backyard party featuring 3 bands and a gathering of hospice supporters hosted in August.
Thanks to their incredible efforts the event raised more than $2,300 between registration fees and donations.
Compassion in Action enables individuals and organizations with tools and resources to host and support fundraising initiatives to support Hospice Georgian Triangle.
Examples of independent fundraisers:
- Host a trivia night
- Throw a dinner party and ask for donations
- In lieu of gifts at your birthday, ask for donations
- Organize a neighbourhood garage sale
If you have an idea for a fundraiser, visit our Compassion in Action page, or reach out to Linda Caron for additional details.
About us
Hospice Georgian Triangle provides compassionate care in the home and at Campbell House for individuals and families dealing with life-limiting illness living in the communities of The Town of Blue Mountains, Collingwood, Wasaga Beach and Clearview Township.
Care programs come at no cost to the patient or client and focus on the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of both the patient and family, enhancing quality of life.
We couldn’t do what we do without your support.
