New tent making socializing easier for those living in hospice

The idea sprung from when a large family was trying to visit a loved one in hospice. The only way for the family to do so while observing all of the COVID-19 protocols in place was to put lawn chairs outside.

The tent isn’t only used for the purpose of visiting though.

The Prince George Hospice Society says they’ve seen an increase in the need for grief support since COVID-19 restrictions were introduced in March, an area where the new tent has been of great value.

Grief Support Coordinator Fay Leman says having the space makes grieving easier. She says grieving has become difficult where Leman says face-to-face meetings are crucial to give people the support they need.

“This tent is also open to the public for a variety of uses which can include celebrations of life, and funerals” says Leman.

Leman and Flood both say that the space is for the community, with the cost of renting the shelter by-donation to the Prince George Hospice Society.

To book the tent, you can contact the Prince George Hospice Society directly.

by Caden Fanshaw

New tent making socializing easier for those living in hospice

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