Have you noticed that loneliness is affecting more and more people? Around you, in your neighborhood, the isolation of seniors is much more prevalent than you might imagine. Some of them have lost touch with the community, and it’s very easy not to see them anymore. One of our greatest collective challenges is to help them regain their place among us.
Social isolation of seniors, a reality
In Quebec, more than one in five seniors live without family or loved ones on whom they can rely. There are many reasons for isolation: retirement, loss of driver’s license, move to a new residence, death of a close relative or life partner, physical or cognitive limitations, mental health problems, lack of family support, poverty, etc.
The benefits of a caring community
Since 1962, Les Petits Frères has been working to counter the isolation of Quebec’s seniors. Regardless of their physical or cognitive condition, we offer them free support and build lasting, friendly relationships.
For a growing number of seniors living on their own, joining a stable and secure network brings emotional, physical and mental benefits, as well as enabling them to maintain a social role.
Volunteering has many virtues
Every day, we bring together volunteers who want to offer a little of themselves to people who find themselves alone in the final stages of their lives. This community solidarity means that isolated people are once again well cared for.
Volunteers, too, benefit from this new network of mutual aid, forging links with people who share common values. The friendships created are a source of happiness, pride, fulfillment and sharing.
All it takes is one significant person
Every day, we connect volunteers who are willing to offer a little of themselves to people who find themselves alone in the final stages of their lives. This community solidarity means that isolated people are once again well cared for.
Volunteers, too, benefit from this new network of mutual aid, forging links with people who share common values. The friendships created are a source of happiness, pride, fulfillment and sharing.
Bridging the gap will put an end to their isolation
Our population is aging. In 2030, 1.1 million people will be aged 75 or over, and 220,000 elderly people are likely to suffer from isolation in the next decade if no action is taken.
In 2023, over 500 seniors were newly welcomed by Little Brothers. To contribute to these efforts, 730 volunteers are actively needed across the province.
We all dream of a society in which aging is a pleasure, and your help is essential. Come and join our great chain of solidarity!
