St. Joseph's memorial service: unique bereavement follow-up

The Palliative Care Consultation Team at St. Joseph's Hospital is composed of a physician, nurse and social worker, and provides close liaison with the 14-member Pastoral Care Team. A contingent of 20 volunteers are also involved in patient care. The team receives referrals from the hospital and consults with both community agencies and family physicians. The team has been in operation since November 1980. St. Joseph's Hospital, Hamilton, Ont., is a 600-bed teaching hospital and is affiliated with McMaster University.