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SUMMARY:Victoria Hospice Society Annual General Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome to attend the Victoria Hospice Society AGM. \nVictoria Hospice Society members in good standing are entitled to vote at the AGM (VHS Bylaw #2.8). The deadline for a new or renewed membership is September 5\, 2023. Anyone over the age of 19 who is not employed by the Victoria Hospice Society is eligible for membership in the society. \nThe annual membership fee is $10. Apply for membership here. \nRegister to attend the VHS 2023 Annual General Meeting. \nRead the 2022-2023 Annual Report \nAudited Financial Statements Victoria Hospice Society 2022-23 \nAudited Financial Statements Victoria Hospice Foundation 2022-23
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-society-annual-general-meeting-2023/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Attention runners!
DESCRIPTION:If you’re planning to run in the 2023 Royal Victoria Marathon Oct. 6-8\, make your steps count for compassionate end-of-life care at Victoria Hospice! \nContact 250-519-1744 to learn about how you can be involved or select Victoria Hospice as your charity of choice when you register to run. \nThe event includes a 5 km run this year. Lace up those running shoes!
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/attention-runners/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231014
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SUMMARY:Walking Through Grief Support Group (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:This session is full. Please contact us at 250-519-3040 or Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca if you would like to be waitlisted for a future session.  \nThe Walking Through Grief Support Group offered by Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services is an eight-week walking support group open to all adults in the Greater Victoria community who are bereaved after the death of someone important in their life. \nWhile walking at a relaxed pace in the area near the Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services Community Support Centre\, with the facilitation of a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor and Bereavement Volunteer\, this support group is a way to explore your grief through the movement of walking\, being outdoors in nature\, and by sharing with and supporting other grievers. \nDates:\nEvery Saturday from October 14 to December 9 (no session November 11)  \nTime:\n10:30 am to approximately 12 pm. The first session will be longer running from 10:15 am to 12:30 pm.                               \nWhere:\nWalks will begin at the Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way \nWho:\nLimited number of registered participants (adults) who are bereaved following the loss of someone important in their life. Participants will be required to sign a self-declaration form stating they are capable of walking for an hour and have checked in with their doctor if needed.  \nSessions:\nEach session will open and close with participants gathering in a circle with a brief discussion round. In between\, participants will head out on an approximately hour-long walk. \nHow:\nA pre-group intake conversation with a counsellor may be required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time. \nFee:\nThere is a group fee of $70\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries to cover this cost\, in part or in full\, are available. \nRegistration:\nTo register or for further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/walking-through-grief-support-group-4/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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SUMMARY:Exploring Grief through Creativity - self care theme (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:This session is full. Please contact us at 250-519-3040 or Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca if you would like to be waitlisted for a future session.  \nThis workshop from Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services provides a supportive\, creative way for people in bereavement to explore their experiences of grief through various art media. \nExploring Grief through Creativity workshops are to anyone who is grieving and may be inspired by art and creativity. No art experience is required\, just a willingness to try something creative. \nFacilitated by a Victoria Hospice Bereavement Counsellor with Expressive Arts training\, the workshops include mixed media art techniques\, creative exploration\, guided visualization\, personal reflection\, and optional group sharing. \nIn-person\, with COVID-19 protocols in place\, at the Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre located at 102-4450 Chatterton Way. \nThe workshop fee is $20 and includes all materials. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries are available. \nPlease register no later than one week before the workshop date by contacting Bereavement Services at Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca or 250-519-3040.
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/creativity-in-grief-workshop-self-care-theme/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Workshop
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231026
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SUMMARY:Suicide Loss Support Group (8 weeks)
DESCRIPTION:Victoria Hospice Bereavement Services is offering an eight-week support group for adults who are grieving a loved one who has died by suicide. Facilitated by a bereavement counsellor\, as well as a bereavement volunteer\, this group incorporates grief education\, discussions\, sharing and support\, and therapeutic activities. \nThe group aims to enhance one’s sense of community and belonging\, create space to grieve\, explore unique features of grief in response to suicide death\, de-stigmatize suicide death\, and support the healing and adaption process in each of the group member’s grief. \nDate and time:\nRuns for eight weeks on Wednesdays from October 25 to December 13\, 2023 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm \nWhere:\nAt the group room space in the Community Support Centre at 102-4450 Chatterton Way \nWho:\nA limited number of pre-registered participants to enhance comfort. A commitment to attend all sessions enhances the value of the group experience. \nHow:\nA pre-group interview with a counsellor is required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time. We have a variety of grief support options and want to ensure we are best meeting you needs at this time. \nFee:\n$70. We never want the financial commitment to be a barrier to your participation so please let us know if you would benefit from a bursary in order to participate in this group. \nRegistration:\nTo register or for further questions\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/victoria-hospice-suicide-loss-support-group/
LOCATION:Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre\, 102-4450 Chatterton Way\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231026T163000
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SUMMARY:Bereavement Support Group -8 weeks online (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:This session is full. Please contact us at 250-519-3040 or Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca if you would like to be waitlisted for a future session.  \nVictoria Hospice Bereavement Services is offering an 8-week support group in an online environment for adults who are bereaved after the death of someone important in their life.  Facilitated by a bereavement counsellor\, this group incorporates grief education\, discussions\, sharing and support\, and therapeutic activities. \nThe group aims to enhance one’s sense of community and belonging\, create space to grieve\, explore grief education\, promote discussions between members\, and support the healing and adaption process in each of the group member’s grief. \nDates:            \nEvery Thursday from October 26 to December 14\, 2023 \nTime:\n4:30 – 6:30 pm \nWhere:\nOnline on Zoom. A camera\, microphone\, and a larger device that can support the Zoom platform is required. \nWho:\nA limited number of pre-registered participants to enhance comfort. A commitment to attend all sessions enhances the value of the group experience. \nHow:\nA pre-group interview with a counsellor is required to discuss your needs\, answer any questions you may have\, and determine whether the group is a good fit for you at this time. We have a variety of grief support options and want to ensure we are best meeting you needs at this time. \nFee:\nThere is a group fee of $70\, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds; bursaries to cover this cost\, in part or in full\, are available. \nRegistration:\nTo register or for more information about this online bereavement support group\, please call Bereavement Services at 250-519-3040 or email Hospice.Bereavement@islandhealth.ca
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/online-bereavement-support-group-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Bereavement Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231031T000000
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SUMMARY:Spooky for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a spooky activity to do this Halloween Season? Head down to Fairfield and explore the handmade sculptures at 528 St Charles Ave. \nTara Norris and her family have been transforming their front lawn for Halloween since 2018 adding new pieces every year! This year Tara is raising funds in support of Victoria Hospice through her spooky display. Head down to check it out\, take photos and make a donation to Victoria Hospice. \nMake a donation in support of Tara’s fundraising goal!
URL:https://victoriahospice.org/event/spooky-for-a-cause-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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