Welcome to our Resources page, where you’ll find a collection of informative brochures, fact sheets, and helpful resources about end-of-life care and psychosocial supports. All PDF resources are available to download and print for your convenience.

Section 1.0 – Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)

A.     A Guide to Support People Requesting MAiD

B.     A Guide to Support Family and Friends

C.      The Process

D.     MAiD Brochure (April 2021)

E.      Talking to Children About Medical Assistance in Dying

F.      10 Myths About MAiD

Section 2.0 – Grief

G.     Grief Counselling and Support Services (Fraser Health)

H.     Managing Grief and Loss When Someone Dies

I.       Ten Things to Know About Grief (VCH brochure)

J.       Adults Grieving the Death of a Parent (VCH brochure)

K.      Coping with the Death of Your Partner or Spouse (VCH brochure)

L.      MyGrief.ca (view content online)

Section 3.0 – Serious Illness Care

M.    Serious Illness Care Program: Reference Guide for Interprofessional Clinicians

N.     Serous Illness Conversation Guide (Substitute Decision Makers)

Section 4.0 – Palliative Care

O.     The Way Forwards National Framework: A Roadmap for an Integrated Palliative Approach to Care (March 2015)

Section 5.0 – Miscellaneous

P.      Patient Rights Guide – It’s Your Life. It’s Your Choice: Dying with Dignity Canada

Q.     What is Frailty?

R.     Preparing for a Death