Sloane's House Hospice Presentation Highlights Need for Pediatric Respite Care
Neil Pasher and Lorraine Sunstrum-Mann from Sloane's House presented to the General Government Committee on December 4, 2023, regarding the Sloane's House Hospice, Palliative Care and Respite Centre. During their presentation, they highlighted the need for pediatric respite care services in the Durham Region, noting that approximately 19,000 children in the area require support but currently must leave their communities to access such services. They provided an overview of the services that Sloane's House will offer and requested community support to raise awareness about these essential services. The committee received the delegation with thanks.