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VON Durham

VON Durham Site Home and Community Services (VON Durham) provides Hospice Palliative Care Services and is home to the SMART, WIN, and SELECT programs. We provide emotional, social, and spiritual support to individuals and families facing life-limiting diagnoses, advanced illness, death, and bereavement.

Our staff and trained volunteers work in partnership with community health care professionals and other service providers in an effort to enhance the quality of client care. Our staff and volunteers are also available to provide anticipatory grief and bereavement support to family members and friends, as well as advance care planning support.

For more information on VON Durham, please go to vondurham.org

News

Jun 9, 2021

VON Statement regarding the Mass Casualty Commission

Jun 9, 2021

Free Training Available to Become a Personal Support Worker

VON partnership with CTS Canadian Career College offers free training for people interested in becoming a Personal Support Worker (PSW) in Ontario.

May 7, 2021

VON in Nova Scotia launches monthly 50/50 fundraiser

VON in Nova Scotia has launched a monthly 50/50 fundraiser in support of VON community programs across the province.

Apr 29, 2021

#FacesofVON

Every day, VON staff and volunteers in Ontario and Nova Scotia provide care to our clients and community, keeping them healthy and safe in their homes.

Apr 20, 2021

Letter to VON Volunteers with thanks for ongoing and critical support

Click here to view the original letter.

Events

Online Caregiver Education Series "From Stress to Strength" Session 4: Navigating Community Resources

Apr 29 2021

Learn effective tools and strategies to thrive in your caregiving community! This free 4-part series helps you manage stressful caregiving situations; navigate community resources and builds your resilience.

Online Caregiver Education Series "From Stress to Strength" Session 3: Managing Common Caregiving Emotions

Apr 22 2021

Online Caregiver Support Group: Wellness Wednesdays with VON - Advanced care planning

Apr 21 2021

Feeling connected and supported during this time is something we all need! Meet other caregivers going through similar experiences, share your thoughts in a safe space, and learn how to relax and decompress in this free bi-weekly online support group!

Mindful Mondays with VON (Chair Yoga and Guided Meditation Group)

Apr 19 2021

Come join us for a free 1 hour chair yoga and guided meditation class to help get your week started off right! Learn basic chair yoga routines and finish off the class with a relaxing meditation. Monday, April 19th | 3:30-4:30pm

Caregiver 101 "Back to Basics" Seminar: Managing Day-to-Day Personal Care

Apr 16 2021

Whether you need a refresher or are just starting your caregiving journey, these free 1-hour seminars teach you the basics you need to feel confident in your role! Topic: Managing day-to-day personal care Friday, April 16th | 3:00-4:00pm

Accreditation

Accreditation Canada is an independent, not-for-profit organization that consults with experts to develop health care standards based on best practices. They accredit a wide range of health care and social services providers, including hospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities, clinics, and community health programs. Accreditation Canada has been helping providers improve health care quality and safety for more than 55 years.