Little Brothers: Present in Sherbrooke since 1986
In Sherbrooke, 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 Sherbrooke can thus mark their presence and their ability to touch the hearts of our Great Friends.
165
seniors accompanied annually
209
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
- The City of Sherbrooke;
- CIUSSS de l’Estrie-CHUS;
- The Cégep de Sherbrooke;
- The Centre d’action bénévole de Sherbrooke;
- The Alzheimer Society of Estrie;
- The 35e Régiment des transmissions;
- Dira-Estrie.
In the Media
- “Overcoming Human Challenges” at the Telephone Listening Center of Cégep de Victoriaville, published on Radio-Canada in February 2025 (in French).
- Launch of a Telephone Listening Center: A Unique Experience for Social Work Students, published in La Nouvelle in February 2025 (in French).
- Take Concrete Action for Isolated Seniors in Sherbrooke, published in Journal Regards in January 2025 (in French).
- Little Brothers of Sherbrooke Had a Positive Impact on the Lives of Isolated Seniors in 2024, broadcast on Noovo Info in December 2024 (in French).
- Breaking Seniors’ Isolation, One Meal at a Time: The Goal of Little Brothers of Sherbrooke, published on Radio-Canada in December 2024 (in French).
- An Easter Brunch to Break Seniors’ Isolation, broadcast on Radio-Canada in March 2024 (in French).
News from Little Brothers of Sherbrooke
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Team Members
Joanne Parmenter, senior director of operations
Keven Michaud, Sector Manager
Paule Desgagné
Olivier Lessard
Andréa Bousquet, Support Coordinator
