How To Help
How You Can Help Support Hospice Care
Your generosity makes compassionate care possible.
Hope House Community Hospice relies on the compassion of donors, volunteers, and community partners to provide free hospice care and support services to individuals and families facing serious illness, caregiving, grief, and bereavement. Whether you give your time, make a donation, or support our mission in other ways, your involvement helps ensure no one has to navigate these experiences alone.
Join Our Compassionate Community
There are many meaningful ways to support Hope House—each one making a direct impact on the people we serve.
Donate to Support Free Hospice Care
Because only a portion of our funding comes from government sources, we depend on the generosity of our community to offer hospice services at no cost.
Employer Donation Matching Programs
Many employers offer donation matching programs for charitable organizations. Ask your Human Resources Department for details.
Bequests and Planned Giving
We will be pleased to speak with you or your financial adviser about the benefits of planned giving.
Other Ways to Give
An Important Message to Our Supporters
Hope House values transparency, accountability, and trust. We are proud to be accredited by Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO), which sets standards for responsible financial management and donor stewardship. This ensures your contribution has the greatest possible impact.
If you have questions about accreditation or donations, please contact Heidi Bonner at 905-727-6815 ext. 222 or by email: h.bonner@hopehousehospice.com.
Charitable Registration Number: 13451 7820 RR0001
Hospice Volunteer Opportunities
Hospice volunteers come from all backgrounds and share a commitment to compassion, listening, and presence
In-Home Hospice Visiting Volunteer
Provide companionship and emotional support to individuals in the final stages of a life-limiting illness and their families. Activities may include conversation, reading, light meal preparation, errands, legacy projects, etc. Commitment: 2–4 hours per week, minimum one year.
Grief & Bereavement Volunteers
Support children, teens, and adults through peer support, group co-facilitation and memorial events. Advanced training is required for this role. Commitment: 2–3 hours per week
Wellness Program Volunteers
Certified practitioners (e.g., Reiki, Healing Touch, Yoga, Meditation, Art Therapy) support clients, caregivers, and those who are bereaved through holistic wellness services. Commitment: 2–4 hours per week, minimum one year
Special Events & Fundraising Volunteers
Support fundraising events, community outreach, and awareness initiatives. Teens aged 13–17 are welcome for event support.
Board of Directors
Provide governance and strategic leadership. Professionals with experience in legal, financial, medical, marketing, or social services are encouraged to apply. Commitment: 3–4 hours per month, three-year term
Non-Client Volunteer Roles
How to Apply and Get Involved in Volunteering
From the very beginning, Hope House has relied on a dedicated volunteer team to deliver compassionate hospice care. Today, over 120 trained volunteers support clients, assist with programs, help at events, and serve in leadership roles.
Thank You for Supporting Hope House
Hope House Community Hospice is a registered not-for-profit organization providing services free of charge. Your generosity—whether through volunteering, donating, or fundraising—ensures compassionate hospice care is available whenever it is needed.
