Thanks to a generous donation from the Sodhi family the Colchester East Hants Hospice Society has produced an important booklet for families facing end of life called “What to Expect in the Last Days or Hours of Life”. This booklet was developed with the Colchester East Hants Health Authority Regional Palliative Care Team and is used to help families understand what they are about to experience.

“I have had the great privilege of meeting and working with many remarkable individuals during my years as a Palliative Care Physician” said Dr. Henderson, Medical Director for the CEHHA Palliative Care Program. “Most patients and families have expressed that they found having clear and accurate information about what to expect, despite how difficult it is to hear at the time, to be tremendously empowering. We are so pleased to have worked with the Hospice Society to have this information produced and available for families and would like to personally thank the Sodhi family for their generosity.”

The booklet is dedicated to the memory of Mr. Bhagat Sodhi, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who died recently in the care of the Palliative Care team. "The Palliative Care Team, Hospice, VON, doctors and pharmacists involved in my Dad's care were all so wonderful” said Sandeep Sodhi. “Without them we would have been lost. I am a pharmacist and health care provider. Nonetheless when a family has to go through the end of life process ... it is invaluable to have caring, professional, and dedicated members of the health care team in your corner providing information and support. Truly, one of the most helpful resources for my family was the previous edition of this booklet. As a tribute to my father's memory, our family wished to make a donation to help others going through a similar situation. We hope others can gain some comfort from the wisdom and information that the booklet provides”.

The Hospice Society is a registered charity providing a wide range of programs to support those families living with life-threatening illness, and those grieving the death of a loved one. “This booklet is the first in a series that the Hospice plans to produce” said Cathrine Yuill, Executive Director of the Hospice Society. “When families are facing end of life it can sometimes be difficult to hear and remember all the things the medical team shares with you. Having a resource guide to refer to on your own time can be of significant benefit to the family. The booklets we are currently working on include one that covers the things you might face when you are first diagnosed with a life threatening illness, as well as a booklet that provides a wide range of support after the death of your loved one.”