by SM | Mar 27, 2024 | Stories
The Harwood name is well known in Vernon with Harwood neighbourhood and Harwood Elementary school. Joe Harwood moved to Canada in the late 1800’s and eventually landed in Vernon. He served on the School District board for 28 consecutive years, and Harwood school...
by SM | Feb 8, 2024 | Home Page Feature, News
Are you ready for #Hike4Hospice? Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 11th! This year, our Hike For Hospice fundraising event will be held the DND Grounds, 1451 Mission Road in Vernon, BC. Pre-registration opens soon. We can’t wait to see you there!
by SM | Dec 20, 2023 | News
Time magazine recently released an article on the language used to discuss death. At NOHS we have seen these communication skills in action with our nurses, and it has such a profound impact on the families and their ability to grieve in a healthy way....
by SM | Dec 12, 2023 | News
In May 2023, Covenant Health’s Palliative Institute launched a new digital learning module entitled Understanding Palliative Care. The purpose of the module is to improve public understanding of palliative care so that people who could benefit from it are more...