Who We Are

Pacific Rim Hospice Society provides care and support for individuals and families facing life-threatening illness, death and bereavement.

Hospice volunteers and counsellors provide emotional care for the dying, the bereaved and those facing life threatening illness.

Supported by a board of directors and permanent staff, 25 volunteers provide services to people living in Ucluelet, Tofino and the neighbouring First Nations communities.

Find us in the lower suite at 240 Neill Street, Tofino, diagonally across the street from the Tofino hospital.

Contact Information

Pacific Hospice Society
Telephone: 250.725.1240
Box 7, Tofino BC V0R 2Z0
Email: Kim@PacificRimHospice.ca

Executive Director: Kim Hoag
Telephone: 250.725.1240
Email: kim@PacificRimHospice.ca

Board of Directors

Vera Webb, Chair/ Treasurer
Marg Vedova, Vice Chair

Joanne Trofanenko, Co-Secretary

Joan Scandrett, Co-Secretary

Darlene Choquette, At Large
Joe Kranabetter, At Large
Anita Tavera, At Large
George Walkem, At Large
Andrea Hanson, At Large

Charmaine Lam, At Large

Lavern Frank, At Large

Greg Garley, At Large

Pacific Rim Hospice Volunteers

1. Successfully complete a unique and comprehensive Hospice Volunteer Training Program

2. Sign a pledge of confidentiality for Hospice and VIHA, have a criminal record check

3. Are well trained in listening skills and listen without judging or giving advice.

4. Are committed to continuing education in the field of hospice/palliative care and bereavement support.

5. Offer assistance with practical concerns and planning and refer to professionals or other agencies when appropriate.

6. Have a wide range of life experiences and skills that enable them to offer practical assistance and supportive care to meet the special needs of those facing a life-threatening disease or bereavement.

7. Are culturally sensitive and respectful.

8. Live in our communities.

“We believe that life is a precious and fragile journey of growth and development, and that although death may be a time of sadness and separation, dying is part of life’s journey that can be embraced with dignity, serenity and hope.”

Pacific Rim Hospice Society Board of Directors