The first palliative day centre of its kind in Montreal
Our approach
The Day Centre provides guests and their loved ones with an exceptional experience and works to improve their well-being at every stage of their illness: from the diagnosis of an incurable disease through treatment to the last moments and after death. Our team welcomes guests wherever they are in their care trajectory and their emotional and psychological processing of their illness.
Care and services
Care and services offered
People living with an incurable disease, caregivers and loved ones as well as bereaved people have access to a multitude of care and services offered free of charge to improve their quality of life.
Professional services:
- Acupuncture
- Art therapy
- Massage therapy
- Music therapy
- Social work
All professional services can be offered for individuals, couples, families and groups.
Other care and services:
- Therapeutic baths
- Meals (on site or to take away)
- Zootherapy
Activities:
- Creative Journal
- Support groups
- Meditative walk
- Virtual reality
- Conferences
- Training
- Thematic discussions
Multidisciplinary Team
Multidisciplinary team
Achille Volpi (Acupuncturist), Julie Jobin (Massage Therapist), Anne Lacourse (Music Therapist), Camille Pradier and Éloïse Dalpé (Social Workers) offer you a choice of treatments and services so you can work on your personal goals or just enjoy a peaceful and safe place where you will find respite and good company.
Achille Volpi
Acupuncturist
Éloïse Dalpé
Social worker
Anne Lacourse
Music therapist
Julie Jobin
Massage therapist
Camille Pradier
Social worker
Véronique Després
Director of Multidisciplinary Services
Admission criteria
Admission criteria for the Day Centre
The care and services of the Day Center are offered free of charge to people living with an incurable disease limiting life expectancy, to family caregivers or relatives of a person living with an incurable disease as well as to bereaved people who have lost a life expectancy. close to an incurable disease.
To benefit from the care and services of the Day Center, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be 18 years of age and over (we do not provide care and services to children and adolescents, but they can accompany you and will be warmly welcomed)
- Live or have a caregiver who lives in Montreal
- Have been diagnosed with an incurable disease limiting life expectancy, be the caregiver or loved one of a person living with an incurable disease or be a bereaved person who has lost a loved one to an incurable disease
- Live at home
We will welcome people from all backgrounds, regardless of their social status, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender identity or religious beliefs.
Registration
Register for activities
1 – Complete the Request for services form and send it by email to centredejour@maisonstraphael.org
2 – The director of multidisciplinary services will contact you to organize an initial assessment and the choice of activities.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please contact Véronique Després, Director of Multidisciplinary Services at the Day Center at 514 736-2001 ext 400 or at centredejour@maisonstraphael.org.
Fall 2021 Programming
You will find the Day Centre’s fall 2021 program of activities below.
For closed groups, you must register in advance for the entire session. For open groups, you only have to sign up for the session(s) of your choice. We still recommend registering in advance, as space is limited.
Please remember that the Day Centre continues to offer massage therapy, music therapy, acupuncture, art therapy and social work services at all times. Don’t hesitate to make an appointment with one of our therapists.
REGISTRATION: 514 736-2001 ext. 400
See group activities for:
For everyone
Meditation Workshop
With Gilberte Fleischmann, volunteer
Introduction to mindfulness meditation to centre yourself in the moment and treat your body with gentleness and love.
When: Wednesday, February 9th, 2022, 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (1 session only)
Number of people: 8 (closed group)
Number of people: 8 (closed group)
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
Therapeutic Bath
With Pascale Bilodeau, orderly
This treatment can help treat skin problems, relax muscles and joints, and relieve pain.
When: Mondays, by appointment
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
Hairstyling
With Tanya Tremblay, hairstylist
Come to relax and take care of your body gently, the time of a styling.
When: Mondays, by appointment
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
Songwriting
With Anne Lacourse, music therapist
A place for emotional expression and creativity, this workshop allows us to tell our stories, clarify our thoughts and make sense of our experience.
When: Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., February 9 to April 13, 2022
Number of people: 8 (closed group)
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy
Foster your independence by treating various physical health problems and adapting your environment to your needs and abilities.
When: Tuesdays afternoon, by appointment
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
For people living with an incurable disease
Support Group
With Achille Volpi, acupuncturist and Éloïse Dalpé, social worker
A space for two-way listening and respite in a group setting, this talking circle will sometimes have a specific theme to inspire discussion.
When: Tuesdays, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., anytime
Number of people: 8 (open group)
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
Yoga
With Annie Courtecuisse, yoga teacher
A beautiful and safe way to practice hatha yoga that respects each person’s own limits.
When: Thursdays, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., from February 10 to April 14, 2022
Number of people: 8 (closed group)
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
For caregivers and the bereaved
Walking Group
With Camille Pradier, social worker
Come for a gentle walk in a park near St. Raphael’s. You’ll find support, build relationships and be able to talk about your experience.
When: Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., from February 8 to April 12, 2022
Number of people: 8 (closed group)
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
Yoga
With Annie Courtecuisse, yoga teacher
A beautiful and safe way to practice hatha yoga that respects each person’s own limits.
When: Thursdays, 11:00 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., from February 10 to April 14, 2022
Number of people: 8 (closed group)
REGISTRATION : 514 736-2001 ext 400
Contribute to our mission
Help us improve the quality of life of people at the end of life
Palliative Day Centre
Opening hours
9 am to 4 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Address
6005 Deacon Road
Montreal QC H3S 2P4
Contact
514-736-2001
centredejour@maisonstraphael.org
