{"id":1131,"date":"2026-02-16T13:03:38","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T18:03:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palliami.org\/?page_id=1131"},"modified":"2026-06-23T14:13:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T18:13:19","slug":"brief-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/contact-us\/brief-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Brief FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"block-accordions-group accordion-container aligndefault\">\n  \n<div id=\"what-is-the-palliami-foundation\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        What is the PalliAmi Foundation?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>The PalliAmi Foundation supports people at the end of life, their loved ones, and those who are grieving. We provide compassionate, caring support during some of life&#8217;s most vulnerable moments.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"what-is-the-foundations-mission\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        What is the Foundation&#039;s mission?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>The PalliAmi Foundation provides services and support to people receiving palliative care, those at the end of life, and their loved ones in order to ease this final stage of life.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"why-is-palliative-care-important\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Why is palliative care important?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>Palliative care aims to improve the quality of life of people living with a serious illness by relieving suffering and providing comprehensive support to patients and their families.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"when-was-the-foundation-established\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        When was the Foundation established?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>The PalliAmi Foundation was established in 1981 to support the palliative care unit at Notre-Dame Hospital, the first French-speaking unit of its kind in the world.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"who-can-benefit-from-your-services\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Who can benefit from your services?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>People receiving palliative care at Notre-Dame Hospital and their loved ones can benefit from our services and support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our bereavement services are available to any adult aged 18 and over who has lost a loved one, anywhere in Quebec.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"what-services-do-you-offer\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        What services do you offer?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>We offer volunteer companionship, therapeutic services such as music therapy, massage therapy and animal-assisted therapy, support for loved ones, and bereavement support.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"are-your-services-free-of-charge\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Are your services free of charge?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>Yes. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, all our services are provided free of charge to those we support<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"where-do-you-provide-services\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Where do you provide services?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>We primarily serve people receiving palliative care at Notre-Dame Hospital in Montreal. Our bereavement support services are available throughout Quebec<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"how-can-i-become-a-volunteer\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        How can I become a volunteer?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>Contact our team to learn about volunteer opportunities and the training process. You can also visit the &#8220;Become a Volunteer&#8221; section of our website.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"do-volunteers-receive-training\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Do volunteers receive training?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>Yes. All volunteers receive training and ongoing support tailored to their role.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"how-can-i-make-a-donation\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        How can I make a donation?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>You can donate online, by mail, by phone, or through one of our fundraising campaigns. Visit the &#8220;Make a Donation&#8221; section of our website for more information.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"is-my-donation-tax-deductible\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Is my donation tax-deductible?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>Yes. The PalliAmi Foundation is a registered charity and issues official tax receipts for eligible donations.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"can-i-make-a-donation-in-memory-of-a-loved-one\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Can I make a donation in memory of a loved one?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>Yes. Memorial donations can be made in honour or in memory of someone special.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"can-i-include-the-foundation-in-my-will\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        Can I include the Foundation in my will?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>Yes. Planned gifts, including charitable bequests, are a meaningful and lasting way to support our mission.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"how-can-i-stay-informed-about-your-activities\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        How can I stay informed about your activities?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>You can subscribe to our newsletter or follow us on social media to learn about our projects, events and achievements.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"how-can-i-contact-the-foundation\" class=\"accordion ac\">\n  <div class=\"accordion__accordion\">\n    <button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\">\n      <p class=\"accordion__header__title\">        How can I contact the Foundation?      <\/p>      <span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\">\n        <span class=\"plus\"><\/span>\n      <\/span>\n    <\/button>\n    <div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\">\n      \n\n<p>How can I contact the Foundation?<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":1117,"menu_order":27,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1131","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1131","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1131"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1131\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1237,"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1131\/revisions\/1237"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1117"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/palliami.org\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1131"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}