Save the Date! Join us on Sunday June 1, 2025 for the 8th Annual Hike for Hospice!
Details will be shared in the new year and you can view more about last year’s event at: http://hike4hospice.com
Losing a loved one is never easy, and adjusting to life's routines can feel overwhelming. That's why we're here to support you in a gentle transition as we explore the art of cooking for one.
Join our compassionate and informative workshop on funeral arrangement planning, where we will guide you through the delicate process of preparing for end-of-life events. In this session, an experienced funeral director will share invaluable insights on crucial aspects such as pre-planning, financial considerations, and the myriad of choices available for memorial services.
Join our workshop on Advanced Care Planning where participants will gain valuable insights into making informed decisions about their healthcare preferences and treatment options. This session delves into the intricacies of creating a personalized plan that aligns with individual values, ensuring dignity and autonomy during critical moments.
This workshop is open to anyone who has had a loved one as a resident at Oak Ridges Hospice. You are welcome to attend in person or online.
Please register for the workshop by going to www.bit.ly/ORHwhatsnextworkshops
Join us for a day of snowy fun and friendly competition at Snowball for Hospice! Gather your team for 3-Pitch Baseball and support a great cause.
All teams must be comprised of at least 4 ladies and 5 gents on the field. Grab your friends and hit the field on March 9th at Nimigon Park, Pontypool. Guaranteed games, guaranteed fun!
Facilitated by grief support experts and transportation professionals, participants will learn coping strategies, practical tips, and emotional tools to navigate social situations and transportation challenges after losing a loved one.
This workshop is open to anyone who has had a loved one as a resident at Oak Ridges Hospice.
Please register by visiting www.bit.ly/ORHwhatsnextworkshops or by calling 289-225-0217
The Realtors of the Port Perry Right At Home office are once again hosting a charity fundraiser for the Oak Ridges Hospice with an art auction. Last year’s event was well received from the community and raised over $3000 for the Hospice. The group created this event to focus on the community, showcase the talented local artists and artisans, while raising money for the Hospice, which depends heavily on the community for funding. Right At Home Realty’s downtown office, at 237 Queen Street, lends itself beautifully to display the pieces. There are many artists in and around the Durham Region and Kawartha Lakes that are proudly submitting their art work for the auction. All are welcome to stop by between March, 24th and April 6 to view and bid on a favorite, or two!
Join Oak Ridges Hospice as we recognize and celebrate Durham Hospice Awareness Day on January 29th!
We’ll be marking the day with raisings of our Oak Ridges Hospice flag at the following places:
Region of Durham Headquarters, Whitby
Township of Scugog, Port Perry
Township of Brock, Cannington
Township of Uxbridge, Uxbridge
We invite family and friends of past Oak Ridges residents to return for an evening of reflection, reminiscence, and remembrance. We know that the holiday season can be challenging when you have lost someone dear to you, but want you to know that you are not alone. Join us for an evening of light snacks, community, and a memorial ceremony to honor those that are no longer with us. Please note that registration is mandatory for this event and spaces are limited. Please use this link to register: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=K9Vszh0uOUulozyY0sI1WPVNAGk9fjJDhdsv7O5ktzdUNUc5UVNFRFU0NFpBUlRUWVY3Tlc0WDEwUC4u
Inspired by the TV reality show, teams will embark on a series of challenges - some mental and some physical – through downtown Port Perry. Only when a team successfully completes a challenge will they learn of their next destination in this fun-filled adventure race! The first team to cross the finish line after completing several challenges will be crowned the winners of the Amazing Race Port Perry! Prizes will be awarded to the first, second, third and last place teams as well as for the best dressed team, so come dressed to impress and ready to compete!
After the race, participants and sponsors are invited to attend the after-party hosted at the Old Flame Brewery where we will have an Awards Ceremony, raffle, entertainment, food truck and more!
All proceeds from the Amazing Race Port Perry will be donated to Oak Ridges Hospice to support compassionate end-of-life care in our community.
For more details and to register a team visit our website www.arportperry.ca
To purchase tickets as an individual or for a team of 4, please visit: Amazing Race 2023 - CanadaHelps
Join us June 16th at the Nestleton Community Centre for Name that Tune!
Lots of Laughs and fun times to be had along with
Munchies
Cash Bar
Door Prizes
and more!
Register as an individual or a Team of 8, $25/person.
This event is in support of Oak Ridges Hospice, Port Perry.
To register, please contact Amy - atoon@oakridgeshospice.com
Pet Valu at 1535 Hwy 7A, Port Perry, is once again partnering with local photographer Jonathan van Bilsen to create memories of your pet with Santa.
New Song Church in Port Perry, (14460 Simcoe St),invites the community to immerse themselves in the music of Lament & Hope, to be performed by the New Song Chancel Choir on Saturday, November 12, at 7:30pm and Sunday, November 13 at 10:00 am. Admission by donation with proceeds supporting Oak Ridges Hospice.
Throughout the month of November and to December 24th, Mark Willes Automotive is donating a portion of proceeds from certain services to Oak Ridges Hospice.
Join us for a delightful evening in support of various charities in the Scugog area, including Oak Ridges Hospice. The Mayor’s Charity Gala is taking place on November 3, 2022.
DO YOU THINK YOUR TEAM HAS WHAT IT TAKES TO BE CROWNED THE CHAMPIONS OF THE AMAZING RACE PORT PERRY?
Join us for an adventure race to the finish line on Saturday, September 17, 2022 by registering your 4-person team in the Amazing Race Port Perry, presented by McMurtry Law PC!
An drop-in event for friends and family members of past residents who are interested in reconnecting with the ORH team and learning more about support resources at Oak Ridges Hospice.
Port Perry Pedals is a charitable road cycling event being held on September 11, 2022 benefiting Grandview Kids, the Oak Ridges Hospice, and other local causes. It is based on the shores of Lake Scugog in downtown Port Perry and offers spectacular routes through the Greenbelt ranging from 35km to 160km, as well as a family-friendly 10km.
Join us on June 17th at 7 pm to discuss all things Advance Care Planning! Come prepared to ask questions, learn and discuss.
We are so excited to be opening the doors of Oak Ridges Hospice to serve the communities of Durham Region. As a new service, we know that there may be some questions about who we are and what we offer. So we would love the opportunity to meet you, introduce members of the ORH team, and answer your questions!
Please CLICK HERE to register to receive the zoom link and calendar invitation for the ORH Virtual Meet & Greet, happening on Tuesday June 15, 2021 at 10 am.
On Sunday June 6th, 2021, join us in raising awareness and essential funds for Oak Ridges Hospice (ORH) in the Hike for Hospice!
Registration is FREE!
How to participate:
Register to join the 2021 Hike for Hospice and mark your calendar for June 6th, 2021.
Share the news with your friends and family to help grow awareness and raise money!
Wear some purple and get outside on June 6th and have fun!
Snap a picture or take a video of your activity and share it with us on social media. #heart4hospice #hike4hospice #hustle4hospice
Please follow all social distancing recommendations and remember to stay safe when outdoors.
On June 6th wear something purple and get outside to walk or run, bike or swim, garden or dance - whatever gets you moving! Keep hospice in your heart and have fun!
While there is no cost to participate in the 2021 Hike for Hospice, we hope you will consider a donation or create a personal fundraising page to ask your family and friends to support you. All proceeds from the 2021 Hike for Hospice will help fund the ORH volunteer program and purchase essential personal supplies for resident care.
Oak Ridges Hospice and Durham Region Hospice Clarington and Whitby are thrilled to announce that we are partnering with Tim Horton's restaurants in Durham Region for the annual Smile Cookie Campaign!
Come join us and “Hustle For Hospice”!
From June 1st – 7th set a goal to complete an activity you love in support of Oak Ridges Hospice. Walk, run, bike, dance, garden…whatever gets you moving!
* While you Hustl, please follow all social distancing recommendations and remember to stay safe when outdoors.*
How it works:
Once you've registered to Hustle, set your activity goal and share it with your family and friends on social media or by email. Be sure to share it with us as well!
Don't forget to share your progress during the week with pictures and videos of your hustle and celebrate when you achieve your goal!
We want to get your body moving so choose something you love, an activity you've always wanted to try or set a new personal best. The Hustle for Hospice encourages you to get moving while being a part of a fun activity. The good news is you'll be supporting Oak Ridges Hospice at the same time!
Let’s be social…distantly, of course!
Snap a picture or take a video of your activity and share it with us on social media. Tag us and use the hashtag #hustleforhospice so we can share with all of our supporters! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter to see our community do the hustle!
Our "Building For Compassionate Care" Campaign needs your support.
While there is no cost to participate in the Hustle For Hospice, we hope you will consider a donation or create a personal fundraising page to ask your family and friends to support your hustle.
As we’ve been navigating these uncertain times, the Board of Directors and the Hike For Hospice Committee have decided to put our event scheduled for May 3rd on hold.
We want to ensure a safe and fun experience for everyone and hope that we can find a suitable date in the future to host our event.
If you have any questions about the event or the hospice please feel free to reach out.
All of us at Oak Ridges Hospice wish you and your families health and safety in the days ahead and we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Dr. Steven Russell, Board Chair of Oak Ridges Hospice invites you to attend an announcement made by the Honourable Christine Elliott, Minister of Health.
Date: Friday, November 8, 2019
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Scugog Memorial Public Library, Rotary Room
213 Water St, Port Perry, ON L9L 1A8
Click here to view the official invitation.
Please RSVP to Amy Stevenson at amy@oakridgeshospice.com
Join McMurtry Law for their inaugural Amazing Race Port Perry!
At every destination, each team must compete in a series of challenges, some mental and some physical, and only when tasks are completed will they learn their next location.
For more information please contact:
Amy Toon | amy@mcmurtrylaw.ca | 905-982-2650
The Rotary Club of Port Perry will once again be hosting their annual Waterfront Ribfest to raise funds for various community efforts including the Oak Ridges Hospice 'Building for Compassionate Care' Capital Campaign.
2019 Dates and Times:
Friday, July 26, 2019; 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Saturday, July 27, 2019; 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Sunday, July 28, 2019; 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Location:
Palmer Park, Port Perry Waterfront, Lake Scugog
Event is over 3 days (rain or shine) and includes award-winning Ribbers, other food vendors, plus fully licensed open and tented area
Free admission (with a request for donations to Rotary fundraising)
Outdoor stage and premium sound system for musical performances, including headliner acts each evening
Area for family enjoyment
14,000+ patrons attended over 3 days in 2018
Port Perry Waterfront is a popular tourist area
Pick up a paint brush and join hundreds of artists in Port Perry for a fun, instructor-led Paint Day fundraiser on Perry Street on June 23, 2019. Give a Hoot for Hospice in Memory of Carley Anne Caldwell has challenged the community to reach their goal of five hundred amateur painters putting paint to canvas to raise money for the Oak Ridges Hospice and the Scugog Council for the Arts.
Carley Ann loved a big community event, a beautiful day outside, and painting with friends. “It’s going to be a lot of fun and it’s going to make a big impact.” said Steve Caldwell who is organizing the event in honour of his late daughter Carley Anne Caldwell who passed away from cancer in February 2017. Steve says “This event will provide us with the opportunity to give back to a facility similar to the one that provided so much comfort in a difficult time for Carley Ann and our family.”
The event will take place on Sunday, June 23, 2019 on Perry Street, between Queen and North Streets. Tables will be set up and participants are asked to bring your own folding chair if you wish to have seat. In the event of rain, the event will be moved to the Scugog Community Recreation Centre on Reach Street.
There are still many ways you can be involved. For more information call Steve at 905-242-4811. Register as a Painter (on our CanadaHelps page you are called a Team Leader) to pay your fee to participate and start getting your own sponsors.Register Here.
All funds raised support the Oak Ridges Hospice
"Building for Compassionate Care" Capital Campaign.
Be a part of bringing our new Hospice Care Centre to North Durham where residents and families will receive compassionate end of life care and support.
The hike/walk is suitable for all ages and abilities and is pet friendly!
Join us for your choice of a 5K route through the Uxbridge Trails and Historic Downtown or a quick 1K walk through Elgin Park.
Itinerary
9:30am - 10:15am > Registration
10:30am - 11:30am > Hike/Walk
11:30am - 12:30pm > BBQ
Registration is required ($20 per person) and includes a BBQ lunch.
Kids under 18 are free.
In a few quick steps, you can set up your personal online donation page by clicking here. You can share it easily on social media and by email to your network.
Don’t forget - we have a prize for the Top Fundraiser!
A walk is always more fun when you do it with friends! Click here to register as a Team Captain and get your family, friends and co-workers to join you. The Top Fundraising Team will win an awesome prize!
