Our Various Activities

• Recreation Department
• Rendez-vous
• Handicrafts Program
• Commemoration Activities
• Pastoral Care services
• Between Friends Group
• Volunteer Service
• Ombudsman
• Resident Committee

Recreation Department

Various activities, outings, visits, and celebrations for special occasions are regularly organized by the Recreation Department (shows, singing bingo, bavarian supper, movies...).

Rendez-vous

The Rendez-vous is a place where residents can socialize in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The Rendez-vous is equipped with a bowling alley and billiard tables. Light meals are available at the canteen and a barbershop and gift shop are also provided. A nursing team looks after and ensures the safety of the residents.

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Handicrafts Program

After the Second World War, Veterans Affairs Canada and the Canadian Red Cross Society reached an agreement regarding a handicrafts program for veterans living in a hospital institution. Residents learn how to do handicrafts which are then sold at community events or special occasions. Part of the profits is paid to the residents who made the crafts.

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Commemoration Activities

Ste. Anne's Hospital has not lost sight of the common bond shared by all of its residents, which is their military experience. Thus, commemorative events, such as Remembrance Day, are observed every year. The Hospital also encourages interaction between veterans who belong to the same military association or Legion Branch. The solemn ceremony of covering the coffin with the Canadian flag is a dignified tribute to a veteran who has passed away.

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Pastoral Care Program

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Between Friends Group

The veteran's family is also a key concern for the Hospital. Consequently, no restrictions are placed on visiting hours. In addition, some of the Hospital's special services, such as support groups like Between Friends, are offered to families.

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Volunteer Service

Ste. Anne's Hospital can count on the help of more than 250 regular volunteers. Their dedication and comforting presence greatly contribute to residents' quality of life.

Volunteer Services aims at providing support during activities organized by the Recreational Service, in order to enable as many residents as possible to participate. As well, volunteers now assist residents with their daily activities. They provide services and organize activities adapted to the clients' changing needs and health status.

Thanks to a partnership with a number of educational facilities, we now also enjoy the services of many young volunteers, who offer mealtime assistance for our patients.

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Ombudsman

Veterans at Ste. Anne's can count on the presence of an Ombudsman. This person ensures residents' rights and responsibilities are complied with. The role of the Ombudsman is also to receive and process complaints from residents and their representatives with the aim of improving the quality of life for residents.

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Resident Committee

In compliance with the Act Respecting Health Services and Social Services, a committee has been created to represent residents at Ste. Anne's Hospital. The committee is made up of five elected members who take an active part in improving health care and services offered to residents.

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