Hospice at May Court

In 1997, the May Court Club of Ottawa, faced with provincial government regulations and escalating costs, made a very difficult decision and closed its convalescent home for women, a much valued institution in the community. The club then set about to find a use for the facility in keeping with its mandate to service others.

After exploring several possibilities The May Court Club of Ottawa entered into a purchase of service agreement with the then Hospice at All Saints, giving the hospice use of the building, at no charge, and sufficient ongoing funding for its maintenance and upkeep. Hospice at All Saints renamed itself Hospice at May Court. Although, from time to time, confusion has arisen as to the relationship between these two separate organizations, it has been a remarkably successful partnership for both: The May Court Club of Ottawa sees its facility used as an important community outreach, and its members volunteer both at the hospice reception desk and, with training, in its palliative aspects. Hospice at May Court has a securely funded, serene and attractive home in which to provide compassionate care and support for individuals and their families. The May Court Club is pleased that, in this way, its commitment to others in the community is extended.

The Hospice at May Court provides support and care for people diagnosed with a life-threatening illness and for their families. The hospice is located at 114 Cameron Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1S 0X1. For more information about the Hospice at Maycourt, visit www.hospicemaycourt.com or telephone (613) 260-2906.