HAMILTON — The Ontario government is investing up to $2.5 million to support the construction of Kemp Care Network’s new 10 bed children’s hospice which will help families connect to comfortable and dignified end-of-life care, close to home, in the Hamilton region.
“Through our government’s 2024 budget, we are taking action to connect Ontario families to the care they need close to home and near their loved ones,” said Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health. “Our investment to expand access to pediatric end-of-life care for families in the Hamilton region is another step our government is taking to deliver compassionate, dignified and specialized care for patients and their loved ones.”
Keaton’s House – Paul Paletta Children’s Hospice will offer families comprehensive palliative care for children and youth living with progressive life-limiting illnesses. The hospice is expected to open in 2026, where features and services will include:
- 10 bedrooms for children where family members can stay with their child
- Bright and accessible play, activity and gathering areas inside and out, including garden space
- Space for day wellness programs and therapies such as massage, movement, recreation and music
- Residential care, including pediatric end-of-life nursing and personal support
- Respite care and symptom management
- At home hospice services by visiting volunteers
- Private and quiet areas for families
- Grief and bereavement support for parents, caregivers, siblings and grandparents, continuing and expanding Kemp Care Network’s extensive bereavement support program.
Through Your Health: A Plan for Connected and Convenient Care, the Ontario government is expanding access to key services to provide people of all ages with the right care, in the right place.