We all have the power to make someone’s day a little lighter. Compassion isn’t always grand—it’s often found in the everyday. 💛 At Compassionate Ottawa, we believe these small moments build stronger, more caring communities. What’s one compassionate act you received or gave

Advance care planning isn’t just for emergencies. It’s about love, clarity, and dignity—while we’re living well and when we need care the most. 💛 Start with a simple reflection: “What would I want my loved ones to know about my values, my wishes, and what matters most?” You

Grief changes us. It’s not something to fix—it’s something we carry with love, pain, memory, and growth. 💛 If you’re grieving, or supporting someone who is, we see you. ⁠Compassionate Ottawa offers free grief and bereavement workshops to support you. ⁠📍Learn more:

There’s no deadline for grief. Whether your loss is recent or years old, your feelings are still valid. 💛 At Compassionate Ottawa, we create space for grief—in all its forms, and in all its stages. If you're navigating loss, you don’t have to do it alone. Learn more about our

Advance care planning isn’t scary—it’s empowering. It gives you and your loved ones peace of mind and clarity for the future. Want help getting started? Compassionate Ottawa offers free workshops and tools to guide you through it. Visit: compassionateottawa.ca #LivingWell

Can we chat about the physical impacts of grief? Grief affects more than just our emotions. It affects our bodies as well. What are some ways that you have noticed grief in your body? And how do you tend to it? #mentalhealth #griefliteracy #traumasupport #awcgriefsupport

Planning for My Care is part of Proud, Prepared and Protected – a series of resources to support 2SLGBTQ+ inclusive #palliativecare. buff.ly/3rTWP3B Visit virtualhospice.ca/2SLGBTQ for more resources like this. #LGBTQ The Enchanté Network / Le réseau Enchanté Fondation Émergence 2 Spirits in Motion

Nous avons tous le pouvoir de rendre la journée de quelqu’un un peu plus légère. La compassion n’est pas toujours grandiose, elle se trouve souvent dans le quotidien. 💛 Quel geste de compassion avez-vous reçu ou donné récemment ? 💬 Dites-le-nous dans les commentaires.

Il n’y a pas de date limite pour le deuil. Que votre perte soit récente ou vieille de plusieurs années, vos sentiments sont toujours valables. 💛 À Compassion Ottawa, nous créons de l’espace pour le deuil - sous toutes ses formes et à toutes ses étapes. Si vous vivez une perte,

Que signifie pour vous « vivre bien » en ce moment ? Pour certains, cela signifie se sentir connecté. Pour d’autres, il s’agit de ralentir ou d’honorer ce qui compte le plus. Partagez vos pensées dans les commentaires - vos mots pourraient être exactement ce dont quelqu’un

Experiencing loss while juggling school, friendships, home life and exploring identity and individuality can be challenging. YouthGrief.ca has stories by young people about their #grief to help other teens who may be struggling with something similar. Andrea

Sometimes the most meaningful conversations happen over something as simple as a cup of tea. Talking about what matters most — whether it’s your future care, your wishes, or how you want to be remembered — helps bring peace and clarity when it’s needed most. You don’t have to

La planification préalable des soins commence par des conversations significatives. Ces questions sont un excellent moyen de communiquer avec vos proches et d'honorer leur voix et leurs valeurs. Commencez dès aujourd'hui. 💙 #Planificationdessoins #ParlerDeSoins

We are thrilled to announce the theme of this year's Adult Grief Education Day: 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗶𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲: 𝗔 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 We invite you to register today via the link below: mg.awcgrief.com/adult-grief-20…

Share how a small act of kindness helped you through a hard time. 💛 #Compassionateottawa #Actsofkindness #cupoftea #comfort #community

Registration is now open for this live webinar presented by Sick Kids Centre for Community Mental Health Learning Institute! For registration, or more information, visit linktr.ee/awc_grief SickKids Centre for Community Mental Health #mentalhealth #sickkids #healthygrief #griefsupport

❌ Myth: Advance Care Planning is only for seniors ✅ Fact: Advance Care Planning is important for adults of all ages. It’s about documenting your values, wishes, and preferences for future care—so your voice is respected, no matter what happens. Starting early ensures clarity

Here are 3 gentle ways to open the conversation with your loved ones: 1️⃣ Use curiosity, not pressure. 2️⃣ Choose the right moment. 3️⃣ Focus on values, not just medical details. Each small step builds understanding, trust, and peace of mind. #AdvanceCarePlanning

Join Holly Prince & Diane Boots, September 3, to learn about the power of emotional release. Canadian Virtual Hospice is honoured to partner in this work. Register here: buff.ly/WJ2pkq5 #IndigenousVoices3 #CulturallySaferCare #IndigenousGrief #IndigenousEndOfLifeCare

Through our free grief workshops, Compassionate Ottawa provides tools and resources to help people support others in their grief journey. Together, we can make a difference. #GriefSupport #CompassionateOttawa #CommunityCare #HealingTogether