We know that Canadians want to live and die at home, in their communities, surrounded by familiar locations, and loved ones. Journey Home Hospice launched in 2018 in the Toronto region, operated by Saint Elizabeth Foundation.
Responding to a growing need for services to assist people in the Windsor-Essex region experiencing homelessness and vulnerable housing, we’re proud to share that Journey Home Hospice Windsor is growing, evolving from a successful pilot into a permanent program that continues to provide compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care to people who are structurally vulnerable in the Windsor-Essex community.
Launched in 2022 as a satellite of Journey Home Hospice Toronto, the Windsor site has become a powerful proof of concept, showing what’s possible when health care, community partners, and compassion come together to meet people where they are. It is a replicable model that can help shape how other communities across Canada care for those facing homelessness at end of life. A place based in the community, for the community.
Journey Home Hospice Windsor is a program of Saint Elizabeth Foundation, in collaboration with Assisted Living Southwestern Ontario (ALSO) and The City of Windsor, with the support of local donors, volunteers and community champions.
Journey Home Hospice Windsor accepts self-referrals and direct referrals from shelters, social services, clinicians, hospitals, and more. To make a referral, please contact:
Joanna Brownridge, MSW
Manager, Psychosocial, Wellness and Outreach Services
Phone: 437-439-6784
Fax: 416-619-5167
JoannaBrownridge@sehc.com
We need your help! Volunteers are needed to provide companionship, assist with patients, and provide support to the hospice. All are welcome! Please email ChristinaElder@sehc.com to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
Unlike other hospices, Journey Home Hospice Windsor does not receive government funding for clinical services and other costs of care. We rely on the generosity of the community to support our hospice.
Journey Home Hospice Windsor is operated by the Saint Elizabeth Foundation. Your donation will be restricted for use in the local community.
Charitable Registration Number 88472-6753-RR0001.
Mail Cheques Payable to “Journey Home Hospice Windsor” to:
Saint Elizabeth Foundation
90 Allstate Parkway, Suite 800
Markham, ON L3R 6H3
Phone: 519.962.6200