Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice received funding for four hospice beds

The Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice recently announced the Ontario government had allocated four new hospice beds to serve the residents of Norfolk and Haldimand counties.

“This announcement is a major milestone for our community,” said Andrea Binkle, executive director of the Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice. “The need for hospice care in our region is growing, and these four beds will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing end-of-life journeys and families.”

Hospice care provides individuals with comfort, dignity, and specialized medical support in a home-like setting, reducing pressure on hospital resources while ensuring individuals receive compassionate, tailored care.

“We are grateful to the Government of Ontario for recognizing the need in our region and for investing in hospice care,” said Michael Godelie, board chair of the Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice. “This announcement brings us one step closer to building a hospice residence that will serve our community for generations to come.”

Norfolk Haldimand Community Hospice has been working to establish a hospice centre and residence that will provide a peaceful, supportive environment for those in their last days of life.

In 2024, the Hospice announced the donation of 10 acres of land in Jarvis.

The base funding announced recently ensures that care can be provided once the Centre for Hospice Palliative Care has been completed. With an estimated cost of $14-million, fundraising has already begun.

To learn more, visit https://norfolkhaldimandhospice.ca.

Originally printed in The Good News, March 2025.