Emergency

Palliative approach to care at Sechelt | shíshálh Hospital

Hospitals that do not have a dedicated Palliative Care Unit can provide a palliative approach to care to anyone who desires it.

How to access

  • Speak with your health-care team

    Speak with your health-care team about your goals of care and let them know you would like to receive a palliative approach to care.

Hours of operation

Currently open

We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Visiting hours may vary depending on the unit. Please call the Sechelt | shíshálh Hospital main line at (604) 885-2224 to determine visiting times before your visit.

Parking and transportation

​Free parking is available in the parkade, and public transit is nearby.

Sechelt | shíshálh Hospital

Sechelt | shíshálh Hospital is a 63-bed facility in Sechelt that also serves the communities of Langdale, Gibsons, Roberts Creek, Halfmoon Bay and Pender Harbour.

Palliative Care in Hospitals

Hospitals specialize in diagnosing and treating illnesses or symptoms. Typically, a hospital stay is short-term, aimed at stabilizing symptoms before transitioning to a more comfortable setting such as at home or in hospice.