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Bereaved post-caregiving person
What is post-caregiving?
Post-caregiving is the period that follows the end of the role of caregiver. It's the period when you not only mourn the loss of your loved one, but also of your role, your bearings and your identity as a caregiver.
Post-care is a period when many griefs and emotions come together.
Through the services of «The Journey», you'll find a caring space to move forward at your own pace, surrounded by people living a similar reality. It will be an opportunity to share, exchange and explore various topics and personal growth tools to help you tame this new path and adapt to this new reality with serenity.
Being a post-caregiver also means...
Question your experience
It's a time to reflect on how far we've come, what we've experienced and how we've changed.
Coming to terms with grief:
This period can be difficult and upsetting, and everyone experiences it at their own pace. Taking the time to welcome your emotions and recognize your needs can help you find a new balance, little by little.
Redefining daily life
After devoting time and energy to supporting a loved one, it may be necessary to find a personal balance and new lifestyle habits.
Every journey is unique, and it's normal to take the time needed to adapt to this new reality.
Services
Individual support
For the bereaved
Because every bereavement is unique, we offer personalized support to help you get through this period at your own pace.
A caring, confidential listening space, in person, by telephone or video conference.
Un soutien émotionnel adapté à vos besoins, peu importe l’étape de votre deuil.
Useful information on local resources and services to support you.
You don't have to grieve alone. Talk, be listened to, ask questions, take a moment to yourself: every gesture counts in this process.
Cozy coffee
“The Journey”
These monthly meetings provide a compassionate pause to recharge and regain balance after a period of caregiving. They offer an opportunity to share experiences, highlight one’s strengths, and discover practical tools that promote well-being and personal growth.
Terms and conditions
Frequency: one meeting per month
Duration: approx. 2h30
Location: Saint-Chrysostome and Huntingdon
Lunch
“The Journey”
A moment to take a breather, exchange ideas and reconnect after the role of caregiver.
These monthly dinners provide a warm and welcoming space for people in post-care:
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- Se retrouver entre personnes ayant vécu des expériences similaires;
- Briser l’isolement et se sentir compris;
- Partager des histoires, des émotions et des conseils dans un cadre convivial;
- Building connections and supporting each other with respect and compassion.
Duration: 2 hoursLocation: at the restaurant (location to be specified)
Meals: at your own expense
Come as you are, for a moment of meeting, sharing and comfort, away from the stresses of everyday life, in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
Workshop
Christmas without you
The holiday season, often synonymous with joy and get-togethers, can be a particularly difficult time when you're grieving.
This workshop provides a safe, caring space to:
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- Exprimer vos émotions face à l’approche des Fêtes;
- Accueillir vos craintes, votre tristesse ou votre angoisse, sans jugement;
- Trouver du réconfort et des repères auprès d’autres personnes ayant vécu une expérience similaire;
- Explore ways to get through this period with gentleness, sense and kindness.
Duration: 2 hoursCost: Free for everyoneLocation: on request
A time to feel heard, understood and supported, and to approach the holiday season with a little more lightness and support.
Support group
Journey with grief after caregiving
Ces rencontres sont destinées aux personnes endeuillées à la suite d’un rôle de proche aidant. Après la perte d’un être cher et la fin du rôle d’aidant, un vide peut s’installer et amener le proche aidant à se poser des questions profondes sur le sens de la vie et de son identité personnelle.
In a warm, confidential and caring environment, you can work at your own pace, surrounded by people with similar experiences.
2h30 meetingsFreeLocation: (please specify)
On the agenda:
- Un lieu d’écoute et de parole, où chacun peut exprimer son chagrin sans jugement;
- Des outils et repères pour mieux comprendre les étapes du deuil;
- Un espace sécurisant pour accueillir toutes les émotions, même les plus bouleversantes;
- L’occasion de partager votre vécu et d’échanger avec ceux qui comprennent ce que vous traversez;
- Un moment pour retrouver progressivement un sens à votre vie après la proche aidance;
- Le soutien nécessaire pour apprendre à vivre avec l’absence, tout en honorant le lien;
- Explorer son identité après la proche aidance et réfléchir à l’héritage laissé par ce rôle;
- Définir des projets personnels et retrouver un nouvel élan de vie;
- Créer un tableau de visualisation pour se projeter vers l’avenir;
- These encounters offer a caring, supportive framework for working through grief, exploring your emotions and reinventing a path of serenity and meaning.
Taking care of yourself, one step at a time
- Feel what you feel:
There is no right or wrong way to grieve.
- Take your time:
Everyone moves at their own pace - take it easy.
- Don't be alone:
Talking to someone can really help.
- Listen to your body:
Eat, rest, move around - it helps more than you think.
Afterwards... I go on with my life
Thank you so much for your support throughout the months since my husband's death. Your gentle listening allowed me to move forward quietly and I am now doing very well. Thank you sincerely from the bottom of my heart.
- Claire
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I wanted to tell you that I was a little uncomfortable and very anxious at the beginning of the first meeting of the bereavement support group, and also because I thought I was young compared to the other participants. As the meeting progressed, I felt included and my anxiety went away. Thank you for offering me this workshop. I'll gladly continue.
- Jessica Gregory-Montreuil
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