
Elder Abuse, Fraud & Scams
Elder abuse is real and it happens to many seniors. It includes financial or property abuse, psychological or physical abuse, sexual abuse, as well as negligence and violation of human rights.
Connexions provides a number of services and supports for our 55+ community
Free activities and workshops, mental health and wellbeing check-ins, an information and referral service for seniors needing help accessing health and social services within the Outaouais, and more.
Feeling lonely, mentally drained or stressed? Need a listening ear and compassionate heart? Connexions is providing Mental Health & Wellness Check-Ins by our new Mental Health Project Coordinator.
Register now and we’ll reach out to you to set up a 30-minute phone call that works into your schedule. These conversations are confidential and meant to bring some ease into your life in whatever way you need!
Download our most recent list of health and social services resources available within the Pontiac including Residential & Long-Terms Care, bereavement services, Government of Québec services, housing information, legal resources, and more.
We are currently working on a Directory of Services for seniors living in Gatineau. Coming Soon!
Elder abuse is real and it happens to many seniors. It includes financial or property abuse, psychological or physical abuse, sexual abuse, as well as negligence and violation of human rights.
You’ll find crisis and non-crisis helplines, as well as resources on how to respond to stressful events. Learn more
Find a list of legal information resources, including community organizations
Find home care, residence and respite services within your community, including fall prevention, maining senior independance and more.
The most common sign of a heart attack is chest pain or discomfort includes a feeling of pressure, squeezing, fullness, and pain.
Find a wide range of resources and services suited to your needs and daily concerns, This includes online information, psychological support, physical wellness programs, accomodation and more.
Often referred to as the ‘silent thief,’ osteoporosis slowly steals your bone density over a period of many years without giving you any signs or symptoms. As such, many people are often unaware that they have
Find a wide range of free literacy resources, including access to your community library, reading lists and more.
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions to available health and socila service sresources within the Outaouais.
Connexions Resource Centre is a not-for-profit community organization whose mission is to serve and promote the health, well-being and vitality of the English-speaking population of the Outaouais.
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Connexions Resource Centre is a not-for-profit community organization whose mission is to serve and promote the health, well-being and vitality of the English-speaking population of the Outaouais.