Faithful to this great annual event in the Laurentians, Little Brothers are partners of the Salon des aînés of Saint-Jérôme, which will hold its 7th edition next September. This event, dedicated to seniors and their caregivers, will take place on Saturday, September 7, from 9 AM to 4 PM at the Quartier 50+ in Saint-Jérôme, located at 425 boul. Jean-Baptiste-Rolland Est.
Why participate?
The Salon des aînés of Saint-Jérôme is the perfect opportunity to meet a hundred exhibitors from various fields and obtain relevant information on aging and caregiving. Entry is free for everyone. Prepare for a day full of discoveries, meetings, and learning.
Event highlights:
- Free entry for all visitors.
- Free passes distributed at the opening of the fair to attend the three major conferences.
- Easy access for visitors with reduced mobility, with the event held on a single floor.
Meet our guests of honor
The 2024 edition will feature engaged personalities like Béatrice Picard, godmother of Little Brothers, and Chantal Fontaine, this year’s spokesperson. Under the theme “Together is Better,” Chantal Fontaine will discuss community engagement and intergenerational solidarity with the public.
“I will meet Béatrice Picard, with whom I worked for over 15 years on the set of Virginie at Radio-Canada. She played my grandmother! She is one of the reasons why I said yes to the proposal for the Salon des aînés of Saint-Jérôme.” – Chantal Fontaine
Must-attend conferences
Three major free conferences will be offered, covering current and general interest topics:
- Valuing Volunteering and Intergenerational Solidarity with Chantal Fontaine. Details
- Living Memories with Yvon Deschamps. Details
- Choosing Medical Assistance in Dying with Pénélope McQuade. Details
Participate with Little Brothers
“Little Brothers invite you to our booth to meet our team, discover our actions, and discuss volunteering opportunities with elderly people. Our volunteers will be present to share their real and inspiring experiences. During the introduction, I will say a few words to launch the event and kick off the conferences. Come chat with me and learn more about our commitment to breaking loneliness and isolation in old age.”
– Catherine Harel-Bourdon, President and CEO of Little Brothers
About the Salon des aînés of Saint-Jérôme
Born from a concerted wish in 2016 by the municipal council of the City of Saint-Jérôme, the CISSS des Laurentides, and the TRARA, the Salon des aînés aims to centralize information for seniors and allow them easy access to resources. It also aims to promote active aging, curb ageism, and provide an educational information opportunity.
Since the first edition in September 2017, this event has established itself as a major gathering for the community. Little Brothers proudly support this initiative as a partner.
Don’t miss this unique event!
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Join us and participate in this exceptional day to celebrate solidarity, mutual aid, and active aging. Together, let’s make this 2024 edition a memorable success!
