All programmes
Entraide positive
Entraide Positive is for gay, bisexual, other men who have sex with men, and transgender people living with HIV. Based on the peer-based approach, this program aims to reduce the risk of transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections and to empower participants, among other things, by regaining control over stressful events, increasing acceptance of HIV in their lives and improving overall well-being. Accompanied by a peer-support program, it is possible to be sponsored to exchange in complete confidentiality.
Through this program, we distribute sterile consumer equipment and free condoms and lubricants.
(bilingual program)
Contact
aep@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 226
Résilience positive
Résilience Positive is a solidarity programme among people living with HIV that offers support and information services in different forms. It is a process of personal development with support. Accompanied by a peer support program, it is possible to be sponsored to exchange in complete confidentiality. Workshops promote the exchange around global health and well-being.
Outreach activities will be offered to health professionals, front-line service providers and community organizations to increase capacity to provide stigma-free services.
(bilingual program)
Contact
cpres@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 236
Home support (women and families)
The programme aims to support women and families, often from countries where HIV is endemic.
What’s offered:
- Short, medium and long-term support;
- information on health and health and social services resources;
- accompaniment to medical appointments;
- assistance with managing daily living (including childcare to facilitate access to medical appointments);
- sharing strategies for preparing resumes and interviews to facilitate job searches;
- Support in the choice of trade and in the procedures with the appropriate training centres for those who wish to return to school.
(bilingual program)
Contact
id@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 229
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Home support (people aged 55+)
This program aims to improve the social participation of people aged 55 and over, their overall health and well-being (physical, psychological, cognitive, social and spiritual health).
What’s offered:
- Short, medium and long-term support based on the needs identified by individuals;
- information on resources and referrals to health and social services;
- assistance with the procedures;
- accompaniment to medical appointments (with volunteers), practical help (shopping, etc.) and to facilitate attendance at activities;
- support for people at the end of life.
(bilingual program)
Contact
ada@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 232
Transitional and supervised housing
Contact
On the upper floors of Maison Plein Cœur, there are eight (8) living spaces for people living with HIV in the process of empowerment aimed at socio-economic stability. These spaces are semi-furnished (stove, refrigerator, washer and dryer).
- Stays can be from one month or more, up to one year;
- bi-monthly meetings are scheduled between the resident and the worker in order to accompany and support him/her in his/her efforts;
- No discrimination is made on the basis of age, sex, gender, origin, language and/or sexual orientation.
See the details of the admission procedure here: Application for admission to the transitional housing program
(bilingual program)
res@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 228
Medical assistance
This support is more than a taxi service, it allows a warm and human contact and facilitates access to medical appointments for:
- People with reduced mobility;
- mothers;
- Low-income individuals.
The objective of car accompaniment is to promote access to health services.
(bilingual program)
Contact
rab@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 227
Day center
This is a safe place for people living with HIV to socialize with peers. Volunteers are present to:
- Welcome;
- listen;
- facilitate integration into Maison Plein Cœur’s activities.
The day centre allows the maintenance of recurring and regular contact in order to promote a sense of belonging.
Monday to Friday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
(bilingual program)
Contact
info@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554
Relaxation massage
This program offers a monthly relaxation massage to people living with HIV. This could have beneficial effects on:
- Self-esteem;
- general well-being;
- blood and lymphatic circulation;
- stress and anxiety;
- the immune system.
The massages are given in the premises of Maison Plein Coeur by volunteers who have received training in kinetic Swedish massage.
(bilingual program)
Contact
info@maisonpleincoeur.org
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514 597-0554
Food assistance
A food bank is offered two Thursdays a month to individuals and families in need.
Contact
rab@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 227
Will and tax clinics
Will and tax clinics are offered to help you plan for your future or finances.
Contact
info@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554
Friendship calls
Weekly calls are organized between a participant and a volunteer. It is not an individual follow-up, but simple talks on various topics in order to break social isolation and get news about the activities of Maison Plein Cœur (bilingual program).
Contact
rab@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 227
Volunteering and pairing
Want to volunteer?
Want to help others through your experience living with HIV?
Contact us for more information.
Contact
info@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554
Donors
Our programs and services appeal to you, but you don’t have time to volunteer, you can help with your generosity!
Contact
info@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 223
Social activities
Third Friday of the month: Agora Dinner
Every Wednesday: soup of the day
Au Cœur des Arts : Cultural Program (Theatre, Dance, etc.)
And more!
Visit our Facebook page for the monthly calendar.
Contact
rab@maisonpleincoeur.org
or
514 597-0554 extension 227