Alternative Therapies
Reiki
UMOYA Healing Energy
780.880.2764
Yoga
Artisanal Offerings
Keepsake Memory Bears
A dignified way to turn your loved one’s clothing into something special to keep memories alive after they are gone. Jen’s Creations encompass all sorts of animals, which can be seen by clicking on the link above. With attention to detail and exceptional workmanship, these unique handmade stuffed animals will be cherished forever.
Memorial Glass & Cremation Jewellery
Glass House Xperience
403.462.2651
An exquisite, handmade glass keepsake with your loved one’s ashes incorporated throughout is a tangible reminder of the most meaningful memories. From orbs to pendants to pet paw prints and everything between, each piece is custom made as per your specifications. The highly trained artists use glass blowing tools and techniques that stand the test of time, creating keepsakes that will be treasured for years to come – “Forever in your heart and hand”.
Caregivers’ Support
Caregivers Alberta
780.453.5088
Toll free: 1.877.453.5088
Compassionate Care Leave in Alberta
Counselling & Therapy
Children’s Grief Centre
403.263.4525
Distress Centre Calgary
Crisis line: 403.266.4357 (24 hours/day, 7 days/week)
You’re Not Alone Grief Connection
403.206.9938
Dementia Support
Alzheimer Society of Calgary
403.290.0110
Comfort Keepers Home Care
403.228.0072
Dementia Network Calgary
403.290.0110
Estate Planning & Administration
Kirk Montoute Dawson LLP
403.233.9300
Funeral Arrangements & Services
Choice Memorial Cremation & Funeral Services
403.277.7343
Cooperative Memorial Society
403.248.2044
Toll free: 1.800.566.9959
McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes
Various locations
Green Burials & Alkaline Hydrolysis
Alkaline Hydrolysis is also referred to as resomation, aquamation and flameless cremation. While available in some Canadian provinces, this process is not yet available in Alberta. Due to increased interest however, an informational website is linked above.
Green Burial Society of Canada
Prairie Sky Cemetery
403.221.3660
Hospice & Palliative Care
Referrals to hospice in the Calgary Zone are made by a Palliative Home Care Case Manager
or a Palliative Care Consultant. See: Alberta Health Services Consult Service.
The hospices listed below are for informational purposes and indicate which
services and additional resources each one offers.
Calgary
Dulcina Hospice at St. Marguerite Manor
587.955.9788
Okotoks
Foothills Country Hospice Society
403.995.4673
