Clinical - Southwood Hospice
A palliative & hospice in Calgary — warm and compassionate rather than clinical, with staff described as gentle, loving, and attentive.
Care that adapts as needs change.
Staff actively check in on family members as well as the patient — expect emotional support for the whole family
warm and compassionate rather than clinical, with staff described as gentle, loving, and attentive
What families look for first.
Who this may be right for.
Good fit for
- End-of-life and palliative care for final weeks of life
Ask first if
- At least one past review noted an isolated incident of a staff member being insensitive to a grieving child — families with young children may want to discuss t
- Hospital discharge or home care when curative treatment has ended
A calmer first step.
Brief phone conversation
Share what is happening, who needs care, and whether the need is urgent or exploratory.
Care needs and schedule review
Discuss mobility, memory, safety, meals, personal care, household help, and preferred visit times.
Caregiver matching
The team looks for fit based on care level, personality, language preferences, and comfort.
Start small, adjust as needed
Many families begin with shorter visits, then adjust the plan as the senior becomes comfortable.
Serving Calgary families.
Calgary, AB
Questions families actually ask.
Does Southwood Hospice support family members as well as the patient? +
Yes — multiple families have noted that staff regularly checked in on family members and provided emotional support throughout their loved one's stay, not just to the resident.
How long do residents typically stay at Southwood Hospice? +
Based on reviewer experiences, stays have ranged from the final weeks to the last days of life, consistent with a palliative and end-of-life care setting.
Will a family member have to be present when their loved one passes? +
Staff at Southwood have been noted to sit with both the resident and family at the time of passing so that family members do not have to face that moment alone.
Is Southwood Hospice recommended by families who have used it? +
The overwhelming majority of reviewers strongly recommend Southwood Hospice, with several noting they would choose it again without hesitation.
What kind of care philosophy does Southwood Hospice follow? +
Reviewers consistently describe a philosophy centered on compassion, dignity, and gentle end-of-life care, with staff characterized as treating residents like family.
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