"In Ottawa, I helped support two close friends who both had hospice care. One friend died at home, with care delivered by competent and compassionate people. There was no mad dash to the hospital at the end, it was a quiet & peaceful passing. The other friend was in a hospice residence for their last few months, with family and friends visiting, receiving top-notch care.  I believe there can never be enough hospice care in our communities - whether it be offered at home or in a dedicated hospice residence."