Little Brothers: Present in Gatineau since 2021
In Gatineau, we are able to observe that the isolation of seniors is much more present than we could imagine. Some of them have lost contact with the community and it is very easy to no longer see them. One of our great challenges is certainly to make them feel at home in the community.
It is by working together with others in the community that we can identify isolated seniors, recreate a caring community around them, and ensure a continuum of care and services.
We promote grassroots mobilization and the matching of seniors with volunteers living in their neighbourhood.
On a daily basis, Little Brothers Gatineau can thus mark their presence and their ability to touch the hearts of our Great Friends.
31
seniors accompanied annually
34
volunteers who give their time throughout the year
Within the Community
Since it is collectively that we can respond to the needs and well-being of seniors, it is essential to work closely with collaborators and partners to extend the reach of our action.
Key Collaborators and Local Partners
- Les logements Outaouais;
- L’initial (Groupe Maurice);
- Le Manoir Gatineau (Groupe Mandala Santé);
- Community support worker, ROHSCO- Regroupement des OSBL d’habitation et d’hébergement avec support communautaire en Outaouais;
- CAB of Gatineau;
- Hull’s Centre d’entraide aux aînés;
- CAB Accès Aylmer;
- Gatineau Diocesan Centre;
- The Office d’habitation de l’Outaouais (OHO);
- ITMAV support works in the Gatineau territory;
- TAAC- Table des Aînés Autonomes des Collines;
- CISSS Outaouais (SAPA Services);
- Campus 3.
How can I get involved in my region?
Team Members
Joanne Parmenter, senior operations branch
Nathalie Robert, Sector Manager
Dominique Bélanger
