PALLIATIVE CARE SUPPORT

We pride ourselves on our adaptability and commitment to excellence in every aspect of our service. Explore what we have to offer and how we can contribute to support you and your family.

COMPASSIONATE CARE FOR COMFORT, DIGNITY AND PEACE OF MIND

It all began with a simple idea fueled by a deep passion. As a small business, we pride ourselves on personal attention and dedication to every detail. Our approach is rooted in quality and integrity, ensuring that everything we do reflects our commitment to excellence.

At Helping Hands by Friends, we understand that palliative care is about more than medical support — it’s about comfort, dignity, and quality of life for both clients and their families.

Whether care is provided at home, in a retirement community, or alongside other healthcare providers, our team walks alongside you during this important journey.

 

💙What is Palliative Care?

Palliative care is specialized support for people living with serious or life-limiting illnesses. It focuses on:

  • Relieving pain and symptoms
  • Providing emotional and spiritual support
  • Enhancing comfort and quality of life
  • Supporting families during challenging times

🌟 Our Approach to Palliative Care

We believe every individual deserves care that honors their wishes, values, and dignity. Our caregivers and healthcare professionals provide:

✔ Comfort-focused care — managing pain, fatigue, or other symptoms

✔ Personalized support — adapting care to each individual’s unique needs

✔ Emotional & spiritual care — offering comfort and companionship

✔ Family support — giving loved ones guidance, education, and respite

✔ Collaboration with healthcare teams — working closely with doctors, nurses, and specialists to ensure complete care

💜 Support for Families Too

Palliative care is about caring for the whole family, not just the individual. We provide education, emotional support, and rest for caregivers, so you don’t have to face this journey alone.

✨ Why Families Choose Helping Hands by Friends

  • Compassionate, trained caregivers
  • Respect for dignity, culture, and personal values
  • Flexible support at home or in care facilities
  • A focus on comfort, peace, and quality of life

🌿 Helping Hands by Friends is here to bring peace of mind when it matters most.

📍 Serving London, Ontario

📞 226-236-8111

🌐 www.helpinghandsbyfriends.com

✉️ helpinghandsbyfriendsllondon@gmail.com

💙 Family Questions About Palliative Care

We know that families often have important questions when considering palliative care for their loved one. Here are some of the most common questions — and how Helping Hands by Friends can help.

1. What is palliative care and how is it different from hospice care?

Palliative care focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for anyone living with a serious illness — at any stage. Hospice care, on the other hand, is provided when a person is nearing the end of life. Both share the same goal: ensuring peace and comfort.

2. When should I consider palliative care for my loved one?

You may want to consider palliative care when your loved one experiences pain, fatigue, emotional distress, or other symptoms that affect daily life. It can be provided alongside medical treatments, not just at the end of life.

3. What types of support are included in palliative care?

We provide assistance with:

  • Pain and symptom management
  • Emotional and spiritual support
  • Personal care and companionship
  • Family education and respite support
  • Coordination with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers

4. Can palliative care be provided at home?

Yes. Many families choose home palliative care so their loved one can remain in familiar surroundings with the comfort of family nearby. Our team also provides support in retirement residences and care facilities.

5. How does palliative care support families?

We understand that illness affects the entire family. We provide education, emotional support, and respite so family caregivers don’t feel alone and can take time to rest.

6. Will my loved one still receive medical treatment while on palliative care?

Yes. Palliative care can be given alongside ongoing medical treatments, or as the main focus when treatments are no longer effective or desired.

7. How do you make sure my loved one is treated with dignity and respect?

We honor each person’s values, culture, and wishes. Care is always provided with compassion, respect, and a focus on maintaining independence and comfort whenever possible.

8. Can palliative care change as my loved one’s needs change?

Absolutely. Care is flexible and can be increased or adjusted as symptoms progress or needs evolve. We walk with families every step of the way.

🌿 At Helping Hands by Friends, we believe palliative care is about living with comfort, dignity, and peace — surrounded by support and compassion.

 

 

✨ HHBF – Our Promise to You

H – Hope

We bring hope and reassurance to families by providing compassionate care.

H – Healing

Our hands support not only physical needs but also emotional and spiritual well-being.

B – Balance

We help families find balance, offering care that eases stress and brings peace of mind.

F – Friendship

At the heart of our care is friendship — treating every client like family.

💙 Compassionate & Family-Friendly Version

H – Heart → We care with kindness and compassion.

H – Helping → Supporting families through every step.

B – Belonging → Making clients feel safe, valued, and at home.

F – Friendship → Building trust and genuine connections.

🌟Professional & Service-Focused Version

H – Health → Promoting well-being and dignity.

H – Hands-On → Delivering reliable, personalized care.

B – Balance → Supporting both clients and families.

F – Focus → Dedicated to the highest quality of service.

🩺 Healthcare & Trust-Oriented Version

H – Healing → Comfort through compassionate care.

H – Home → Providing support where clients feel most secure.

B – Better Care → Striving for excellence every day.

F – Family → Treating every client as one of our own.