Conferences
SUPPORTING A LOVED ONE AT THE END OF LIFE
Conference in French by Marie-Hélène Gaudreau, Member of Parliament for Laurentides-Labelle
Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 3 p.m.
At the Salle de spectacle de l’église du Village in Mont-Tremblant
Ms. Gaudreau will share her lived experience with us; for more than 15 years, she has accompanied her father and others who have chosen medical assistance in dying.
Ms. Gaudreau will help us demystify the entire process of the end-of-life, and she will conclude her lecture by sharing tools available for caregivers.
Past presentations
Guillaume Vermette - 15 years of humanitarian services
Guillaume Vermette is a humanitarian clown since 2008, and volunteering full time since 2015.
He works hard to make a positive difference around him and all around the world. In his conference, he will explain and raise awareness to different situations and injustices. But most importantly, he will encourage you be nice. He wishes to inspire you to make a positive change around you… Simply because that brings so much joy!
Human relations in shock: surviving disasters and pandemics
Dr Gattuso explored the capacity of humans to adapt, and the importance of human relationships in this pandemic context. How empathy towards oneself and towards others can be invaluable for quality interpersonal relationships.
The power of kindness in healthcare and palliative care at home in the pandemic era
Dr. Brian Goldman, Canadian emergency physician, author, speaker and radio personality.
Stage play : TRANSPARENCY – presented by Théâtre Parminou
The aim of this play is to prepare adults who may one day need to give young people reassurance and confidence to face the loss of a loved one
Surviving the loss of a loved one
Richard Cummings, author of,
« Michaël mon fils »
(Éditions de l’Homme)
Sophie Chartrand, social worker, specialized in grief
Voluntary contributions accepted, Tax receipt for contributions of $20 or more
