The residents of the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation Sea to Sky Community Hospice were treated to a beautiful performance of violin music by the very talented musician, Izumi Inoue. Izumi played on behalf of the Hospice Society to the delight of all of those fortunate to be in the audience. Thank you for your time and very lovely music Izumi!
The Sea to Sky Hospice Society had a booth at the 25th annual Brackendale Fall Fair this past weekend. A huge round of applause to the wonderful volunteers that came out to assist with selling many pieces of artwork as we worked to raise funds for the programs and services that are provided for free to the Sea to Sky Community.
There was a fantastic turn out of people enjoying the day, kids rolling in the hay, racing zucchini boats and sampling delicious food. We sold many of our donated pieces and enjoyed telling interested people about the art and the Hospice Society services.
A big thank you to AJ of Canadian Tire for kindly donating two big folding tables that provided space for us to work off of, selling memberships and displaying artwork. Thanks for your support AJ!
We’re having a booth at the Brackendale Fall Fair on Saturday, Sept. 9th from 10 am – 5 pm. We will be selling artwork to raise funds for our programs and services that we provide to the Sea to Sky community. Show your support by joining us at the fair and taking home a beautiful piece of art for your home.
Now is the time to renew your Sea to Sky Hospice Society annual membership. Show your support by purchasing a new membership or renewing last year’s membership now. Your membership gives you voting priviledges at the Annual General Meeting, as well as keeping you informed of any events and activities that are coming up. Our fall programs are starting up in September with drop in grief groups, evening bereavement walks, caregiver support groups, book club evenings and much more.
Membership fees are:
Annual – $20
Family – $30
Corporate – $50
The membership currently run from Jan. 1 – Dec. 31
Follow this link to sign up for your membership today – Membership Application Form
The first 20 people to sign up or renew will be entered into a draw to win 4 X 400 gram bags of delicious Moja Coffee, generously donated by Louie Soave of Soave.
Come out tomorrow, Saturday June 24th from 8am until noon, at Alice Lake, to watch Katie Coombs and the other swimmers of ‘Swim Wild’ as they swim in support of the Sea to Sky Hospice Society! All of the funds that she raises will go towards supporting the programs and services of the Hospice Society.
We are so grateful for this ‘third party’ fundraising initiative being done on our behalf, thank you Katie for thinking of us!
We are one week into our month of fundraising for the programs and services that we offer to the Sea to Sky community. Join us today by creating a team in support of hospice or make a donation to help us reach our goal of $40,000! We are excited to report that the biking, hiking and running communities have all formed teams, and now the Squamish Seniors Line Dance Troop have joined as well! Get active this month in support of your Hospice Society!
Follow this link to our fundraising page to create a team or make a donation: 17th Annual Hike for Hospice
The Grief and Bereavement Counsellor provides short term focused treatment to help people who are struggling with grief which may include individuals and/or families. The duties will include: planning patient’s counselling sessions, conducting therapy sessions with them, and making suggestions to help each patient manage their grief in the healthiest ways possible.
This is a one year contract position.
To learn more, please follow this link: Bereavement Support Counsellor Job Description
To apply please email info@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca with your resume and a cover letter.
The Sea to Sky Hospice Society is hosting the 17th Annual Hike for Hospice fundraising event from Monday May 1 through May 31.
We are looking for a Social Media Coordinator (contract) who will assist with posting content to our social media channels on a regular basis.
Hours: 15-20/ month
Compensation: $25/hr
About the role:
– Develop and curate engaging content for all of SA’s social media platforms
– Assist in the creation and editing of written, video and photo content
– Attend events and produce live social media content as needed
– Maintain unified brand voice across different social media channels
To apply please email info@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca with your resume, a cover letter, and some examples of past creative work.
For more information about the role and job description, please follow this link: SOCIAL MEDIA JOB DESCRIPTION
THIS SERIES IS NOW FULL. Please check back in February for dates of the next sessions.
Join us for a 4 – week, Thursday evening program.
Starting January 30 – February 20
Thursdays 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Held at the 55 Activity Centre
Online Grief and Bereavement Conversations with Carolyn Green, each Friday beginning January 10th and running through February 28th.
These supportive one hour sessions begin at 12 pm and last one hour, ending at 1 pm.
Please email Jody.Kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca to register and receive a zoom link.
Squamish Caregiver Support Group
For the Caregivers in the area, we are offering this supportive group once a month beginning Tuesday January 28, February 25, and March 25
From 11:45am to 1:15pm, at the Westwinds multipurpose room.
Registration encouraged but not required!
Email Jody.Kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca with any questions.
Join us for four weeks of meditaion and self compassion this February.
Each Wednesday evening beginning February 5th, from 6:30 – 7:30 PM in the Hospice Society Program Room
Facilitated by Michelle Precourt
Email jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca to register and get directions.
Join Us for 8-Week Evening Sessions
Starting January 16th through March 6th, we invite you to attend our weekly evening sessions every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, in the Hospice Society Program Room.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Please email jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca to get directions and/or register.
Drop-ins are welcome but registration is highly encouraged.
Online Grief and Bereavement Conversations with Carolyn Green, each Friday beginning January 10th and running through February 28th.
These supportive one hour sessions begin at 12 pm and last one hour, ending at 1 pm.
Please email Jody.Kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca to register and receive a zoom link.
Join Us for 8-Week Evening Sessions
Starting January 16th through March 6th, we invite you to attend our weekly evening sessions every Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, in the Hospice Society Program Room.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Please email jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca to get directions and/or register.
Drop-ins are welcome but registration is highly encouraged.
Join us for our Spring Equinox Book Circle.
We will be having conversations about two books, “All the Living and the Dead” by Hayley Campbell and ” A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman”.
“All The Living And The Dead“: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/58724737-all-the-living-and-the-dead
“A Man Called Ove“: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35099051-with-the-end-in-mind
Thursday, March 20th, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Hosted at Gather, Books and Lovely Things
Squamish Caregiver Support Group
For the Caregivers in the area, we are offering this supportive group once a month beginning Tuesday January 28, February 25, and March 25
From 11:45am to 1:15pm, at the Westwinds multipurpose room.
Registration encouraged but not required!
Email Jody.Kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca with any questions.
Join us for an interesting conversation about “Being Mortal” by author Atul Gawandewe.
If attendees would l ike to purchase a copy of the book, Armchair Books will offer a 15% discount (attendees must mention they are participating in the Book Circle at Whistler Public Library).
Where: Fireplace Lounge, Whistler Library
Hosted by: Whistler Library and Sea to Sky Hospice Society
ADDRESS
38140 Behrner Drive
Squamish, BC V8B 0J3
PHONE
604-892-6051 ext. 5