The Valley Hospice was established through a long standing collaboration of the Valley Hospice Foundation and Nova Scotia Health. It is a “stand alone” home-like health care facility, located on the grounds of the Valley Regional Hospital.
The hospice provides palliative care for patients nearing the end of life, who don’t require care in a hospital, yet have more care needs than can be provided at home, to live to their fullest.
There are 10 private rooms, each with their own washroom and space specifically designed for family members to be able to be with their loved one, even if they want to stay the night. Each private room and the family room have patio doors that lead to a private terrace overlooking a peaceful wooded area.
Hospice patients will receive professional nursing care with physician support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. There is also a cook on site 7 days a week to provide individualized meals and snacks. Onsite services such as social work and spiritual care are also available to support patients and their families.
A referral from a doctor or nurse practitioner is needed. To be eligible, someone must have:
Other considerations for Hospice eligibility are detailed in the Hospice Eligibility Policy, including understanding that the goal of care is comfort.
NSH Provincial Specialist Palliative Care and Hospice Referral Form
Visitors are welcome at Valley Hospice 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Please note that entrance doors may be locked after hours. Please ring the bell for access.
Free parking is available on-site.
Hospice is available to all Nova Scotian’s with a valid Health Card. There should be no additional costs beyond what you would normally pay if you were staying at home.
TVs are in each patient room. There is no fee for these amenities.
Patients are encouraged to bring their own cell phone, or other communication device, along with chargers for any anticipated hospital stay.
To reach a patient who doesn't have their own communication device, please call the main switchboard at 902-678-6555.
Valley Hospice has 10 large private patient bedrooms. All patient rooms have pull out sleep furnishings so families can stay overnight. Patients may bring freshly laundered items that bring comfort and meaningful personal items (e.g. family pictures, momentos) with them to Hospice.
There is free public WiFi in the building.
Patient meals are made to order at the Hospice. If you follow a special diet or have food-related allergies or sensitivities, let us know when you arrive. Families are also able to enjoy coffee and use the amenities in the lovely kitchen-dining room area.
Hospice care is a part of palliative care. A hospice residence provides a home-like setting for people who are nearing the end of life, who...
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