Our impact
These numbers and stories represent lives – people forever changed through experiences we’ve gone through together. While you may never know the pain people are dealing with, you may find comfort in knowing that grief and loss are shared human experiences that affect all of us.
1,164
individuals supported with care in their home
87%
say they're better able to cope with grief
3,010
individual and group grief sessions provided
96%
say their wishes and preferences were honoured
12,500
volunteer hours
182
people received end-of-life care in our residence
Data is based on the 2023-2024 fiscal year
"I can't imagine how bad things could have been without them all. It was the most beautiful thing I've ever experienced."Family caregiver
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Latest impact stories
Donor Spotlight: Why I give monthly, by Alex Mesbur
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Dorothy Ley Hospice Volunteers honoured with prestigious awards
Roger Harris was one of 11 individuals honoured with the Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship in March. This is the province’...
Donor spotlight: Why I give monthly, by Geoffrey Elliott
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