At Braemar, we recognize that each person has unique needs when receiving palliative care. Our goal is to enhance a person’s current care by focusing on quality of life for both the resident and their family.
While it is difficult to be fully prepared for death, studies show that individuals who participate in advanced care planning—expressing their end-of-life wishes—are more likely to be satisfied with their care and to receive care that aligns with their wishes. At Braemar, we strive to create a dignified and meaningful end-of-life experience, honoring and celebrating the life each resident has lived.
Our trained interdisciplinary team provides comfort and support to residents with life-limiting conditions by managing pain and addressing their emotional, social, and spiritual needs. We work to ensure comfort and minimize pain by providing:
- Regular communication with designated family members regarding the resident’s health status
- Effective management of pain and comfort to support both the resident and their family
- Access to written materials, music, and conversations that support grief and the dying process
When a resident is nearing end of life, we place a butterfly on their door and a placemat with a teacup and flowers at their seating in the dining room to recognize this special time.
After a resident passes, they leave the home with a small crochet heart as a token of remembrance. If the resident and family wish, an Honor Guard is arranged for staff and residents to pay tribute, accompanied by a beautifully crafted quilt and a song of choice selected by the resident and their family.
The Serenity Room
Braemar provides a quiet, comfortable environment for the resident and their loved ones. The Serenity Room, located down Birch Drive, is a private space for resident and their loved ones to spend time together in a peaceful atmosphere. This space also allows for family members to comfortably stay overnight with their loved one, with supplies and toiletries available if needed.
Memorial Photo and Services
We display a photo of the individual after their passing, along with placing a candle at their seating in the dining room for three meals.
We hold memorial services that allow family, staff and residents to gather and honour and remember those whose lives we have shared special moments with during our time together at Braemar.
