Hospice Norwood has not been in the spotlight for some time, however for those wondering, the project to bring a two-bed hospice to the village is still the mission that the enthusiastic committee of volunteers continues to work toward.

Considerable steps have been made over the last few years and although the actual hospice portion is still in the plans for the future, the facility currently offers a number of programs and other resources to support people and caregivers dealing with illnesses and grief.  

Hospice Norwood has prepared an update to keep the community informed on the progress and what services are available. So from the Hospice Norwood organization: 

In 2016, a small group of dedicated and passionate community members joined together with the goal of bringing hospice care to Norwood and the surrounding communities, after noticing the need for more support for rural individuals and families affected by life-limiting illness and grief.

The group formed a Board of Directors and did research, including visiting other hospices in the province to determine what was needed.

The family of J.J. Stewart generously donated the original historical family home on Highway 7 that has now become the heart of Hospice Norwood — Stewart House.

The community then raised money which allowed for renovations to make the space warm, safe and accessible to all. In 2023, the Ontario Government assisted by providing funding for a ramp and to make the washroom fully accessible.

Our hope for the future is to build a new wing with a two-bed hospice residence where people will be able to receive care in their last days or weeks of life. We continue to........

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