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October 1, 2021: Celebrating International Seniors Day means celebrating the range of experiences in aging
Oct 1st, 2021>> Pierre-Yves, 73, watchful neighbour and walking library on 1960s and 1970s Montréal >> Antoinette, 84, and Monique, 70, intrepid explorers of the STM network >> Desneiges, 65, caregiver, panelist…
Taking care of your mental health in times of crisis
Sep 30th, 2021You’ve found ways to cope so far. We’re here to help you move forward. As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on, it is only natural to feel extra stress and…
A Balm Against Our Fatigue
Sep 1st, 2021A sigh. This is what I hear most often these days when there is talk for the umpteenth time of a pandemic, of health measures and social distancing. To these…
Beneath the surface: Self-care myths and facts
Jul 22nd, 2021Over the years, we’ve seen a steady increase in mental health awareness. More and more, we’re hearing and talking about wellness, mindfulness, therapy, stress management and self-care. While it’s exciting…
Combatting ageism: what we can do to fight the mistreatment of seniors
Jun 15th, 2021Globally, one in six seniors has reported mistreatment.1 According to the WHO,2 “Mistreatment exists when a single or repeated act, or the absence of appropriate action, occurs in what should…
Emotional skills
May 27th, 2021Camille is lying on her bed, curled in a ball. She is quietly whimpering. As her mother walks by in the hallway, she hears her daughter crying and knocks gently on the bedroom door. “Can I come in, sweetie?” Camille offers a weak yes. “What’s going…
LGBTQ+ : discrimination and mental health
May 17th, 2021It is 9 p.m. Sasha is a volunteer for a crisis hotline, and among the calls received tonight was one from Camille: Hello. This is Sasha. My pronouns are he/she….
Assessing the Impacts of COVID-19 on Mental Health – 3rd round
May 3rd, 2021May 3, 2021 – The pandemic is taking an emotional toll on people in Canada, as 77% of adults report feeling so-called negative emotions as a result of the COVID-19…
Prejudices that persist
Mar 12th, 2021In an interview that has garnered a great deal of media attention, Meghan Markle confided to Oprah that the institution of the British royal family let her know that asking for psychological help could…
Like a Thread That Connects Us
Mar 11th, 2021Do you want to have a coffee? As Yves reads the words on the screen, he is surprised. Aren’t you a bit far away for a coffee? Sherbrooke’s not exactly next door! he answers Philippe by instant messaging. Not in person! A…
It’s Never Too Late
Mar 11th, 2021Maude has never been what you would call athletic. As a child she was much more interested in reading, working with her hands, and animals, and her parents never managed to convince her to take part in sports. But it wasn’t for lack of trying. They signed Maude up for plenty of activities (skiing, swimming,…
Like a Whistling Kettle
Mar 11th, 2021A dark screen. That’s all that Madeleine sees asshe tries to connect tothe virtual platform that was supposed to allow her to makea presentation this morning. The meeting is important,…