Photo via Hospice Wellingon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Guelph, Ont. – April 7, 2020 –
Hike for Hospice may be entering the virtual world, but the message remains the same.
Registration for Hospice Wellington’s 16th Annual Virtual Hike for Hospice is now open and is
once again presented by the Guelph Garage Owners Association. With COVID-19 changing lives by the
hour, it’s important that we all join together, while apart. This year, participants can sign up individually,
or in teams and can create their own hike at home, or around their neighbourhood. Whether it’s a walk
around the house, in the backyard or down the street, there are many options. Teams can get creative
using technology to digitally hike together. All hikes are to be done safely and with all laws, regulations
and guidelines in mind. Participants will have until June 7, 2020 to raise funds and complete their hike.
“Life feels so different for everyone right now, but this virtual Hike for Hospice gives us all an
opportunity to stay active and join together, while apart. Our community is our foundation and without
them we would not be able to provide the care and support that we do in our Residence or Community
level,” says Pat Stuart, Executive Director at Hospice Wellington.
We encourage all participants to share their experiences with us on social media (@hikeforHW)
or email us videos and photos (hike@hospicewellington.org). Prizing this year will be drastically
increased in lieu of an event day with a focus placed on our community and purchasing gift cards to local
restaurants and businesses that also need support during these uncertain times. All funds raised support
Hospice Wellington’s programs and services for our community. For more information, or to sign up as a
participant, visit www.hikeforhospicewellington.com
Hospice Wellington provides and promotes hospice palliative care for individuals and their
families in Guelph and Wellington County. Visit: http://www.hospicewellington.org for more
information on our 10-bed residence and community level that operates the workshops, programs,
supports and events throughout the year.
