Little Brothers: Present in Saguenay since 1998
In Saguenay, 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 Saguenay can thus mark their presence and their ability to touch the hearts of our Great Friends.
60
seniors accompanied annually
60
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
- Association québécoise de défense des droits des personnes retraitées et préretraitées (AQDR);
- Centre d’action bénévole de Chicoutimi;
- Center d’action bénévole de Jonquière;
- Center d’action bénévole de la région;
- Center intégré santé et des services sociaux;
- Federal Members of Parliament;
- Provincial Members of Parliament;
- FADOQ Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean-Ungava;
- ITMAV Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean;
- MACADAM;
- Réseau des Éclaireurs du Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean;
- Table de concertation des aînés de Jonquière;
- Table de concertation des aînés du Royaume;
- Table régionale de concertation des aînés;
- City of Saguenay.
How can I get involved in my region?
Team Members
Joanne Parmenter, senior director of operations
Jessica B. Pinard, sector manager
Trycia Bélanger
