Palliative Home Care in Toronto & The GTA That Respects Life, Comforts Families, and Eases the Journey
- Emily Rhodes
- Jul 18
- 2 min read
When Every Moment Matters, We’re Here
Facing the end of life is one of the most emotional journeys a family can take. Whether it's a parent with terminal cancer or a partner whose condition is rapidly declining, the desire is often the same: peace, dignity, and comfort in the place they call home.
At Heartfelt Health Ltd., we provide in-home palliative care across the Greater Toronto Area, including North York, Scarborough, Thornhill, and Etobicoke, that prioritizes your loved one’s quality of life while supporting the family every step of the way.
What is Palliative Home Care?
Palliative care is not just about managing pain. It’s a holistic approach that addresses physical, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs as someone nears the end of life.
Our Personal Support Workers (PSWs) collaborate with families, nurses, and physicians to:
Keep your loved one clean, comfortable, and calm
Follow medication routines and symptom management plans
Support emotional wellbeing and companionship
Respect cultural, religious, or dietary needs
Provide respite so families can rest and recharge
This care isn’t just for the person who is ill, it’s for everyone who loves them.
Why Families Choose Heartfelt Health for Palliative Care
In hospitals, palliative care can feel rushed or impersonal. At home, it becomes human again. Our clients often tell us they were relieved to find a provider who understands both the clinical needs and the emotional weight of this stage.
What makes our approach different:
Trained PSWs with empathy and grace: Many of our caregivers have personal experience with loss and bring a deeply human presence into the home.
Multilingual and culturally attuned support: Whether your family needs someone fluent in Tagalog, understands Muslim funeral rites, or is comfortable in a Jewish household—we match PSWs accordingly.
Flexible hours, including overnight: We offer 24/7 support or part-time care depending on what your family needs.
No long-term contracts: Try a few hours to start. We move at your family’s pace.
What In-Home Palliative Support Looks Like
Here’s what a day might include:
Gentle morning care: bathing, dressing, toileting
Preparing preferred meals or assisting with feeding
Administering medications on schedule
Comfort-focused positioning, massage, or soothing techniques
Sitting bedside during quiet hours
Emotional support for family members during visits
Coordinating with palliative nurses and hospice workers
Every visit is about preserving dignity, whether that means listening to music they love, bringing in familiar foods, or helping them pray in peace.
You Don't Have to Be Alone in This
Families often try to “do it all,” but burnout is real, and it’s not a failure to ask for help. We’ve stepped in to provide care at the most critical times: when someone is transitioning home from a palliative hospital unit, when they want to pass peacefully at home, or when family members need guidance and relief.
Book a Free Care Consultation
If you’re considering palliative care for someone you love in Toronto or the surrounding area, reach out today. We’ll listen to your needs, match you with the right PSW, and walk with you every step of the way.
