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Touched by the thousands of messages she has received, Janette Bertrand continues the conversation by talking to expert researchers at the Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal.
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Following a serious fall last winter, Annette is sharing today the difficult — yet deeply inspiring — journey of her husband, Paul, who is living with Parkinson’s disease.
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On June 8, under sunny skies, the Montreal Country Club hosted the 15th edition of our Pro-Am Golf Tournament, presented in collaboration with the Quebec PGA.
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The Institute's Research Center is recognized as the largest in the French-speaking world in the field of aging and seniors' health. Every year, it welcomes hundreds of students, trainees and researchers.
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The Institut is not only a specialized care center, but also a living environment for seniors. It has 322 short- and long-term beds and an ambulatory center that is unique in Quebec.
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Le Centre AvantÂge met à la disposition du grand public les résultats des plus récentes recherches des chercheurs et professionnels de la santé, grâce à des conférences, formations et ateliers.
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Urinary incontinence and pelvic health: Let’s talk about it!
With her usual candour and authenticity, Janette Bertrand speaks openly about a topic that is as common as it is…
Aging well with chronic pain: Advice from a geriatrician
Aging often comes with its share of discomforts, including osteoarthritis, stiffness, and persistent pain. But does that mean we should…
Alzheimer’s and dementia: What can you do to lower your risk?
Occasional forgetfulness—like misplacing keys, missing an appointment or having a tip-of-the-tongue memory slip—is part of everyday life for many of…
Caregiving: Taking care of others without losing yourself
There is something profoundly human about caring for an aging parent, an ailing spouse or someone losing their independence. But…
$255,000 Raised for Seniors: Golf and Generosity in Action
Highlights from the Foundation’s 15th Pro-Am Golf Tournament On June 8, under sunny skies, the Montreal Country Club hosted the…
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Every victory is thanks to you We may not have crossed paths yet, but we’re united by a shared purpose:…
Aging happens to us all.
We are all affected by aging, both our own and that of our loved ones. The advancing age of Quebec society poses major challenges in terms of prevention and care.
- In 2011, approximately one person in six was aged 65 or over. If the trend continues, this will be the case for one in four people in 2031. Quebec society will then be one of the oldest in the Western world.
- But don't think that all elderly people are ill! 81% of seniors aged 65 and over consider themselves to be in good health. The majority live at home and are independent. However, their health declines from the age of 85 onwards.