At-Home Hospice Care Pilot Program Launched by North Okanagan Hospice Society
- On June 11, 2025, the North Okanagan Hospice Society introduced a new initiative in Vernon to provide in-home support for individuals nearing the end of life.
- This program responds to the need for in-home end-of-life care by providing support for those who wish to remain at home during their final days.
- A collaborative medical team comprising healthcare professionals and support staff provides in-home care to patients in Vernon who have a live-in caregiver available around the clock and access to the internet.
- Nurses provide round-the-clock phone support and conduct home visits during daytime and evening hours. Megan Cox emphasized that their goal is to ensure individuals and their families receive continuous support throughout this difficult time.
- The pilot phase offers this service at no cost to families, aiming to enhance comfort and family support as patients approach end of life at home.
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