A journey of comfort and celebration for
lives well lived
Patients and families
Through compassionate care and support, we help our patients experience the best quality of life possible. We support families through the caring of a loved one facing a life-limiting illness.
Bereavement services
We offer grief and bereavement support by counsellors and trained volunteers for families and individuals, including children and teens.
Education & Research
We provide courses, publications and clinical tools to help health care professionals facilitate better outcomes for patients and families.
Quality end-of-life care for all
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for those facing life-limiting illness, death and bereavement through patient and family-centred care, education, research and advocacy.
300+
Volunteers on staff
50%
Annual operating costs funded by donations
1,572
Average home visits per year
17
In-patient beds
Upcoming Events
Fashion for Compassion
Guaranteed to spark joy, you will be treated to a fun-filled afternoon featuring an interactive fashion show by Turnabout, a delicious lunch, refreshments, silent auction, pop-up boutique and more all in support of end of life care in your community.
Hike for Hospice 2020
Gather a team of friends and family, challenge your co-workers or join as an individual to help support end-of-life care in your community!
8th Annual Cycle of Life Tour
On July 18th and 19th, 125 riders will embark on an unforgettable cycle tour experience to help keep Vancouver Island Hospice Care in motion.
News and Updates
Walking as Therapy for Grief
This letter was written by Lynda Corby to Betty Anderson, a Victoria Hospice bereavement counsellor...
CFAX Citation Rose – 1979
2020 marks Victoria Hospice's 40th Anniversary. However, our roots date back to 1978 with the formation The Victoria Association for the Care of the Dying...
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