Helpful resources and contacts
End-of-life information can feel overwhelming. This page brings together trustworthy, compassionate and current resources for people and families in Grande Prairie, surrounding communities and across Alberta. Use these links for education and support; contact the appropriate regulated professional for advice about your own situation.
Official Alberta health services resources
Access vital information and planning tools directly from Alberta Health Services. These resources cover advance care planning, goals of care, and medical assistance in dying (MAID), ensuring you have official and accurate information at your fingertips.
- Alberta Health Services advance care planning and goals of care
- Alberta Health Services MAID patient and family information
- AHS Alberta-Wide MAID Service — https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/findhealth/Service.aspx?id=1076773&serviceAtFacilityID=1119293
- AHS MAID Frequently Asked Questions — https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/info/Page14382.aspx
- Health Canada MAID Overview — https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/medical-assistance-dying.html
- Justice Canada: Canada's MAID Law — https://justice.canada.ca/eng/cj-jp/ad-am/bk-di.html
- Government of Alberta End-of-Life Options — https://www.alberta.ca/end-of-life-options
National palliative care and grief support
The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association offers extensive resources for individuals and families seeking support and information on hospice and palliative care across Canada. Explore their educational materials and find guidance for your journey.
For additional grief support and understanding, we recommend the official site of renowned grief educator David Kessler. His insights offer comfort and guidance through loss.
Doula education and emergency contacts
For those interested in understanding the role of doulas in end-of-life care, Suzanne B. O’Brien’s International Doulagivers Institute provides valuable educational insights. Please note that Guidance in Every Season is independent and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by these people or organizations.
In times of immediate need, please use the following emergency contacts:
- Health Link: Call 811
- Emergencies: Call 911
- Suicide crisis support: Call or text 988