Red Deer Hospice Society
A palliative & hospice in Edmonton — homey and family-like, with staff who treat residents and families as their own.
Care that adapts as needs change.
Families are welcomed to stay overnight and be present through the final hours
homey and family-like, with staff who treat residents and families as their own
What families look for first.
Who this may be right for.
Good fit for
- End-of-life and palliative care in final days or weeks
- Pain management at end of life
Ask first if
- Grief support continues after the loss, including follow-up calls, letters, and a butterfly release ceremony
- Hospital discharge after 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 Edmonton families.
Edmonton, AB
Questions families actually ask.
Can family members stay overnight with their loved one? +
Yes, reviewers note that staff actively encourage family members to stay overnight, allowing couples and close family to remain together through the final hours.
How does Red Deer Hospice Society support families after a loved one passes? +
The hospice provides ongoing grief support that extends beyond the stay, including follow-up phone calls, letters, and a butterfly release ceremony to help families through their loss.
Is pain management a priority at this hospice? +
Multiple families specifically mention that their loved ones were kept pain-free and comfortable during their final days, indicating strong palliative pain management practices.
What kind of environment can families expect? +
Reviewers consistently describe a warm, home-like atmosphere where both patients and family members feel cared for, supported, and embraced by compassionate staff.
Is this facility appropriate for someone transitioning from hospital after treatment has stopped? +
Several reviewers describe arriving after doctors made the decision to stop treatment, and found the hospice to be a natural and supportive next step in that situation.
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