The MCQ Social Exchange is a project which aims to celebrate and enrich the lives of residents of retirement age and beyond who live in the Mauricie-Centre-du-Québec region.
Goals:
To fill the social-interaction gap many residents live with
To help connect individuals and communities separated by large geographical distances or by limitations on travel due to winter weather
To create an opportunity for those aged 55 years and over to share memories, discuss topics of mutual interest, meet new people, explore ideas, and express themselves creatively in a safe, friendly and non-judgmental environment.
Participants in the Social Exchange join in conversation, engage with each other on a wide range of topics, and get to know new people in a warm atmosphere. Members occasionally have the opportunity to participate in intergenerational, creative or other community events and initiatives. The group’s core values include acceptance and non-judgment, friendship, and respect for all.
Meetings take place via video conferencing using Zoom, Thursday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:30pm. New members are always welcome! Technical support and training in the use of Zoom is available.
This project is made possible by funding from the Secretariat for Relations with English-speaking Quebecers / Secrétariat aux relations avec les Québécois d’expression anglaise.
Interested? Have questions?
Contact Annis Campione at casemcq.socialexchange@gmail.com