Books, Links, and More

We've compiled resources in both French and English, to give you the broadest possible range of available information. To see resources in French, click in the top right corner of the page.

If you have a favourite palliative care resource that doesn't appear here, suggest a resource below.

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Chicken Soup For The Caregiver's Soul
Inspirational stories offer you respite from your responsibilities and uplifting and comforting insights to fill you with... read more...
Death 101: A Workbook for Educating and Healing
This workbook guide includes over 160 activities for individuals, classes, and groups to use to gain personal awareness and... read more...
Dying Well: Peace and Possibilities
Dr. Byock, a palliative care physician, shares his personal experiences and philosophy of caring for the dying. Volunteers... read more...
The End-of-Life Handbook: A Compassionate Guide to Connecting with and Caring for a Dying Loved One
Addresses the emotional and psychological issues associated with Death and dying and the practical and medical realities... read more...
The Handbook for Companioning the Mourner
This inspiring handbook explores Dr. Wolfelt's "companioning" model of grief care and contrasts with the traditional "treatment"... read more...
The Handbook of Hospice Care
A practical guide suitable for professionals, volunteers and family, discussing hospice care and its history. read more...
How To Love Someone To Death
This book is a simple guide on how to approach 'being there' and participating in the end-of-life process for an individual... read more...
I Don't Know What to Say, 2nd ed.
The author discusses the challenges he experienced when caring for a terminally ill family member. Very practical suggestions... read more...
When Autumn Comes: Creating Compassionate Care for the Dying
Based on her years of experience as a hospice volunteer, the author offers practical advice and thoughtful reflection on... read more...