North Lanark residents invited to ‘Hike for Hospice’ this October

Home Hospice North Lanark (HHNL) is inviting residents to gather a team and hike together in memory of a loved one,

The goal is to raise a grand total of $30,000 to help fund the organization’s programs. Hikers can walk anywhere, anytime during the month of October.

“Wandering through one of the beautiful towns and villages or along one of the great trails in North Lanark with family and friends and sharing stories is a lovely way to reminisce about the person you’re missing,” says a media release from HHNL.

The organization emphasizes that you don’t have to be a “serious” hiker. “Nobody’s timing you; you have nothing to prove. If you want to set a goal for yourself, great! But it’s up to you,” the release reads, noting that “You can simply “hike” around your kitchen table.”

And you don’t even really have to hike at all, but simply support a hiker or team. You can find information about the teams here.

HHNL believes that everyone has the right to live out the final stages of their life with dignity, and as they wish.

“Our ultimate goal is to help people LIVE every day in the best way possible,” the release states. “Our services can help people stay in their home longer, honouring their wishes, and saving the medical system significant money. We support the caregivers, too; they are unsung heroes.”

HHNL is not only about end-of-life support. They also help people who are struggling with life-changing situations, ranging from difficulties dealing with day-to-day life, right through to end of life. They offer public education events and support people who are dealing with grief and bereavement. All services are confidential and free of charge. Learn more here. ).

“We can’t do any of this if we don’t raise funds, as our programs are funded 100 per cent through donations and the proceeds from fundraising,” the release says.

There will be special prizes this year for the largest team, and the team that raises the most money.

Residents can pick up their “I’m hiking in memory of _________” sign at one of the local public libraries. Then, they can send a pic holding it to hike@hhnl.ca so they can post it on our social media channels.

Details for the virtual Hike: www.hhnl.ca/hike

Questions? Email hike@hhnl.ca or call 613-791-7167

Support a team or hiker here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/hhnl-fundraising/p2p/hike-hhnl-oct24/