SJH Application Form

About

Supporting the Journey Home is a virtual education program for interprofessional community care teams working in First Nations communities
The program will provide practical tips and strategies on how to incorporate an early palliative care approach from a First Nations perspective.

Program Commitment

9 weekly 1.5 hour sessions
Virtual learning (Zoom with audio and camera)
Participate in Circle Reflections
Complete weekly exercises

Who is this for?

Eligibility for this program includes providers working in First Nations, Inuit, and Métis (FNIM) communities across Canada who support community members living with a serious illness. E.g. Physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social/mental wellness workers, patient coordinators, personal support workers, community health representatives, cultural workers, Elders. Anyone involved in the care of FNIM community members experiencing serious illness.

When

We will be offering two sessions (on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12pm-1:30pm EST) every week starting January 13, 2026. Participants only need to attend one session per week, but can choose whichever one works best for their schedule.

Deadline

Spots are limited. Apply by January 5, 2026, applicants will be notified about their selection by January 9, 2026.

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* 1. First Name

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* 2. Last Name

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* 3. Role in your community care team?

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* 4. Name(s) of First Nations community you work in/with

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* 5. Telephone Number

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* 6. Email Address

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* 7. How long have you worked in/with First Nations communities?

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* 8. How are you providing palliative care in your current role?

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* 9. What palliative care training have you taken? Select all that apply.

Palliative Care Training for Front-Line Workers in Indigenous Communities

Pallium LEAP

De Souza Institute

SE Learning

Other (please specify)

None of the above

If you have any further questions, please contact:
Bethany Bocchinfuso
Email: bocchinb@mcmaster.ca
Kathlene Bartlett
Email: bartlk4@mcmaster.ca

This program is funded by First Nations & Inuit Health Branch – Ontario Region Indigenous Services Canada/Government of Canada. The Principal Investigator is Dr. Hsien Seow, McMaster University. He can be contacted at any time with questions at: seowh@mcmaster.ca. This study has been reviewed by the Hamilton Integrated Research Ethics Board (HIREB). If you have questions about your rights as a participant, please call the Office of the Chair, HIREB, at 905.521.2100 x 42013 or email Dr. Seow.