The Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce is set to begin providing patient care in Chapman House on June 1, but before patient care happens on-site, Chapman House will become the focus of a community celebration.

"The construction of Chapman House was made possible through the generosity of people across the region," said volunteer Board Chair Rob Cordell. "And because of their commitment and support for our new home, we wanted to make sure that we got a chance to show as many people as possible what they helped us build. But we wanted to do so before we began the process of admitting patients, so that their care is not disrupted.""

Chapman House will offer expert end-of-life care to as many as eight patients at a time and new features at the Hospice will greatly enhance patient and family care on site.

"For almost four years, we've served Grey and Bruce from our temporary location," said Executive Director Scott Lovell. "Our team is excited to soon be providing our service in a space purpose-built for the care we provide and yet have this wonderful home-like feel."

Construction began in April of 2016, and its opening comes nearly on the four-year anniversary of the first patient admission to the Hospice in its temporary location.

"Chapman House was made possible by a long list of people committed to hospice palliative in Grey Bruce," said Rob. "This really is a community hospice and a community celebration."

The May Calendar of events includes:

Monday, May 1 – Fundraising Draw: Raffle tickets for a trip for two to Mexico. $25 per ticket, for a chance to win airfare and accommodation for one week. Tickets available at Carney Lane (11am -2pm Mon to Fri) or by calling 519-370-7239. Winner will be announced May 27.

Sunday, May 7 – Hike for Hospice: Five communities will raise funds and awareness for Chapman House. Pledge forms and details are available online at www.greybrucehospice.com

May 23, 24, 25 – Public Tours: From 8 am – 12 noon & 4 pm – 6 pm, members of the public are invited to receive a guided tour of Chapman House. Tours will run every half hour.

Friday, May 26 – Official Ribbon Cutting: An invite only event for staff, volunteers, supporters and a range of people who helped make Chapman House possible beginning at 11:30am.

Saturday May 27 – Public Tours: Between 11:30 am and 3 pm, members of the public are again invited to receive a guided tour of Chapman House. Tours will run every half hour.

Saturday May 27 – Fundraising Gala: Celebrate the opening of Chapman House and raise funds for the project at the new pavilion at Cobble Beach! Tickets are $50 each and the night includes an auction, and live entertainment. Tickesby calling 519-370-7239

Sunday, May 28 – Memorial Service: The Hospice will pay tribute to those families who were a part of the care at the temporary location.

source: media release, Residential Hospice of Grey Bruce