Chatham-Kent Hospice

On Sunday, more than 402 registered participants took part in the 2026 Hike for Hospice Chatham-Kent along the scenic Mud Creek Trail. This year’s event held special significance as it marked the 10th anniversary of the event and Chatham-Kent Hospice, bringing the community together to celebrate a decade of compassionate care and support. Participants helped raise an impressive $200,000 through …

Both Chatham-Kent Hospice and Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation are recruiting new directors and committee members. As a volunteer board or committee member, you play a key role in building and sustaining Hospice care in our community. Click here to learn more or to apply.

Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation proudly hosted its third Cornhole for Hospice fundraiser on Saturday, February 21, raising an impressive $76,574 to support residential hospice care, care co-ordination as well as grief and bereavement support to people across Chatham-Kent. Presented by Title Sponsor Glenn Seeds Ltd., the event brought players of all skill levels together at the John D. Bradley Convention Centre …

We need your voice As part of our strategic planning process, we are asking community members to complete a short online survey. It takes less than 5 minutes, and your feedback will directly shape our priorities, care, and future growth. Your input will help us: • Better understand community needs • Improve the care and support we provide • Plan …

Lace up your shoes for a milestone Hike for Hospice! Presented by Title Sponsor Battery Boy, registration is now open for the 10th annual Hike for Hospice, taking place Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Mud Creek Trail in Chatham. This year’s event holds special meaning as Chatham-Kent Hospice celebrates 10 years of providing compassionate residential hospice care at no cost …

Pretty in Pink, a women’s group from Dover, recently presented a donation of $25,000 to the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation. “In the Fall of 2014, we heard about community fundraising initiatives for a Hospice in Chatham-Kent. We knew right away that this was something we wanted to be a part of as a group. It’s a peaceful place for families to …

Chatham-Kent Hospice is pleased to announce it has achieved Hospice Residence Accreditation from Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) for the 2025–2028 term. HPCO Accreditation demonstrates that an organization meets established industry standards and is committed to ongoing learning, quality improvement, and excellence in hospice palliative care. “Going through the accreditation process gave us the opportunity to evaluate our practices, strengthen …

The Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation was recently the recipient of a very generous $110,000 donation from the James A. Beattie Foundation. The remarkable contribution was made in memory of long-time Beattie Foundation President Jack Morrison, who passed away on October 26, 2025. Following the loss of Jack “The Barber,” the Beattie Foundation and remaining family has opted to donate the remainder …

On Friday, October 24th, the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation celebrated its 8th Annual Benefit Gala, raising an impressive $182,171 , including a $30,000 night-of donation, to fund vital end-of-life care services in Chatham-Kent. This sold-out event provided attendees with an unforgettable evening of gourmet dining, exciting auction experiences, and an emotional account from a local family sharing their journey with Chatham-Kent …

The third annual East Kent Hot Rods for Hospice took place Saturday, September 20, and achieved its best result yet raising an incredible $34,744.59 for Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation! Organized by volunteers of the Ridge Runners East Kent, the University of Guelph Ridgetown Campus welcomed hundreds of cars and thousands of people from across Chatham-Kent and beyond. Throughout the day, attendees …