Katherine Kalinowski (she/her)

Sending out waves of admiration and gratitude to all the frontline workers @GoodShepherdHam and our partner community agencies who are doubling down in their support of people struggling with poverty and homelessness in the midst of this crisis.

In #solidarity we stand. For information on local resources for survivors of gender-based violence & sexual assault please visit wawg.ca @WAWGHAMILTON For information on resources available across the province, please visit mulberryfinder.ca and @OaithDotCa

The 2025 #AgeFriendlyHamilton #Seniorskickoff is off to a great start at Carmen’s today! Thanks to all who joined us to celebrate seniors in ⁦@cityofhamilton⁩ ⁦@GilbreaCentre⁩ ⁦@unitedwayhh⁩ ⁦@GoodShepherdHam⁩ ⁦@GERAScentre⁩

Good Shepherd is looking for a Director of Operations, Palliative Care and Seniors' Health Programs. Be a part of a caring team that supports seniors and adults with special care needs in our community. Details at buff.ly/bPHNM4J

1 month in hospital: $30k 1 month in prison: $10k 1 month in shelter: $7k 1 month in social housing: $4k The solution is clear, and so is the cost of inaction. The question is, which will we choose to pay for? theglobeandmail.com/opinion/articl… @globeandmail

HIPC will be holding a press conference tomorrow in response to the rise of hateful displays against newcomers. More details below. Date: November 14, 2024 Time: 9:30-10:15 AM Location: Hamilton City Hall Forecourt (Hamilton Sign)

This might be a good time to remind folks that research evidence shows that people who us methamphetamine are more likely to be victims than perpetrators of violence: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.11…

How are housing and health inextricably linked? An unhoused patient has health care costs 7x higher than housed individuals. And people without housing typically live nearly 20 years less. Housing is a matter of human dignity and sound economics.

A month in hospital costs: $30,100 Month in prison: $9,400 Month in shelter: $6,800 Supportive housing per month: $3,800 Housing for all is a matter of human dignity and sound economics.

As a family/palliative physician, “total suffering” presents the biggest challenge. We have a large toolbox for physical symptoms. It’s much more difficult to find shelter, regular companionship, a nutritious diet and care for loved ones… …but a COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY can!

*NOTICE: The Venture Centre and emergency food & clothing program will be temporarily closed on Friday, October 4th, 2024, due to repairs on the watermain. See this list for alternate food banks in the community buff.ly/4gzRRxG

Walk Through Grief with Fiona Hisson every Thursday from October 3 to November 7. For details, scan the QR Code or email FHisson@gsch.ca.

Join us Hamilton in what will be an incredible second annual event! Thanks to our major supporters and partners @GoodShepherdHam @EmpowermentSqd @Refuge_HCNH

Save the Date - Compassionate Hamilton - Circle of Friends on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Good Shepherd Women's Services Wellness Calendar for September 2024!!! #joinus #wellnessisimportant @GoodShepherdHam

Proud to get support from Health Canada 🇨🇦 ⁦⁦@GovCanHealth⁩ & work with an amazing team to advance #palliativecare education for providers and the public! #hapm 👇 canada.ca/en/health-cana…

What an Amazing Wet ☔Productive Morning with the Gardening Group!! 🌿🌻 Such an Opportunity to create a Welcoming Entrance to our Building. @GoodShepherdHam @TD_Canada @Tessalee3

This week, donate to the Forge FC Food Drive! Each donor will be entered to win a Pitchside Patio for a Forge FC regular season match! @ForgeFCHamilton

#WorldRefugeeDay acknowledges the strength & courage of people who are forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution. Refugees need our solidarity now more than ever. We must build empathy & understanding for their plight & recognize their resilience.

An inspirational and creative art piece was added to the walls in our Wellness Garden this week. Thank you to the Amazing Artist who has added this whimsical creation to welcome people into our garden space. 🎨🖌️ @GoodShepherdHam @Tessalee3

Fairness for every generation means more homes and accessible housing. Good Shepherd provides supportive, transitional housing for those in need: a path to stable housing. Their team is making a difference in our #HamOnt community, and our government is happy to support them.