Some clients in our day program had never touched a paintbrush before coming to Pilgrims, but with some instruction and encouragement, they are finding joy, confidence and increased self-esteem through artistic expression. Many initially assume they can’t participate because they’re in a wheelchair, have weakness in the limbs, arthritis, or lack of experience. By adapting [...]
Thank you F.A.A.R.S. for sharing your beautiful bunnies with us! Pet therapy has the amazing effect of making our clients feel calmer, happier, and less anxious.
Notice to Members of Pilgrims Hospice Society As a member of Pilgrims Hospice Society, this notice is to advise you of a Special Resolution Amending Bylaws of Pilgrims Hospice Society will be presented for approval at the September meeting of the Board. For your reference, you can access the proposed amended bylaws by clicking [...]
There’s nothing quite like the smell of rich, dark soil. It’s something many of us are familiar with and one that many of our day program clients miss. Since many clients no longer have access to their own garden, we decided this year to create a gardening experience for them, in the form of [...]
11th Annual Charity Golf Classic Raises Support for Compassionate Care Thank you Sponsors and Supporters Another great event was held at the Edmonton Petroleum Golf and Country Club on August 23. This year marked the 11th annual Charity Golf Classic for Pilgrims Hospice Society. We are grateful for all our sponsors, partners, volunteers and [...]
Throughout 2017, we experienced an increasing number of referrals from professional organizations, demonstrating confidence and respect in the expertise of our team. In the latter part of the year, we established and approved our plan for the future — the development of a new residential community hospice centre — setting the stage for the [...]
