Palliative & End-of-Life Care in St. James

Yes. Our RNs are experienced with continuous subcutaneous infusions via CADD pumps (morphine, hydromorphone, methadone, fentanyl), breakthrough dose administration, site rotation, and waste documentation. We follow WRHA Palliative protocols and work closely with palliative physicians on dose adjustments.

Yes. Many families activate 24/7 care in the last 1-2 weeks of life so a nurse is always present — handling symptom management, repositioning, oral care, and supporting the family. This is one of the most common services we provide in palliative care.

We work alongside WRHA Palliative as a contracted partner — we do not replace the public program, we supplement it. With consent, we share symptom logs and medication records, attend family meetings, and communicate with the palliative physician on your team.

Yes, we provide palliative & end-of-life care throughout St. James. Grace Hospital (~8 min) is the nearest acute care facility for clients who need hospital coordination, and our caregivers know the area well. Aging postwar homeowner base with a notable veteran population served historically by Deer Lodge Centre; many long-term residents 70+.

In many cases yes. We direct-bill Manitoba Blue Cross, WCB, MPI, Public Guardian and Trustee of Manitoba, and most private insurance. Our Care Navigator reviews coverage on the first free nurse consultation — no cost to you.