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.

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Volunteers
About Journal Writing
Writing is an excellent tool for self-exploration and has been linked to increased well-being and immune function. There... read more...
Bridging the Gap
Hospice Association of Ontario provides an education module for volunteers on 'Communication'. read more...
Helping a Friend Who Is Dying At Home
This article will guide you in ways to help a friend and yourself during the last days of your friend's life. Dr Alan Wolfelt... read more...
How to Visit the Sick
Drawing on his own experience with serious illness, the rabbi offers ten suggestions for how to be sick and how to visit... read more...
Music as Self-Care
This article explores music therapy as a means of self care. read more...
Music Therapy in Hospice Palliative Care
This writing provides information about the practice of music therapy in hospice palliative care. Music is discussed and... read more...
What to Say/What Not to Say to Ill or Grieving Friends
Brief suggestions for what to say, what to keep in mind, and what not to say when calling a friend who is very ill or just... read more...