Quebec, like many other societies, faces a major demographic challenge: the rapid increase in the elderly population. The 2024-2029 government action plan, entitled Pride in Aging, aims to improve the lives of older people with 102 actions. Bonjour Résidences, a platform dedicated to supporting seniors and their loved ones in finding a residence for the elderly, contributes to the objectives targeted by this plan. This article explores how Bonjour Résidences supports it.
Simplify administrative procedures
One of the main difficulties for seniors and caregivers is the complexity of administrative procedures during important life events. Measure 6 of the Pride in Aging plan aims to simplify these procedures and offer personalized support. Bonjour Résidences excels in this area by offering a free and easy-to-use interface which centralizes the information necessary for searching for seniors' residences. In just a few clicks, users can compare available accommodation options, access selection criteria and benefit from unique support.
By collaborating with partners such as hospital social workers and local community service centers (CLSC), Bonjour Résidences helps reduce the number of forms to complete and processing times. The personalized support offered by our accommodation specialists makes it easier to navigate through the different options, making the process much less stressful for seniors and their families.
Expand the network of local workers
Measure 33 aims to expand the network of community workers to identify, support and refer seniors to the right services. Bonjour Résidences fits perfectly into this dynamic thanks to its extensive network of partners, private residences for seniors. By integrating community work initiatives with seniors, Bonjour Résidences ensures continuous monitoring and personalized support, crucial for seniors in vulnerable situations.
Thanks to its digital tools and its user-centered approach, Bonjour Résidences makes it easier for community workers to identify the specific needs of seniors and direct them to the right accommodation references.
Facilitate access to home care and support services
Facilitating access and simplifying the search for information regarding home care and support services is another priority of the action plan, cited in measure 55. Bonjour Résidences plays a key role by offering a centralized platform where seniors and their loved ones can easily access information on home support services, such as RPAs for independent seniors.
The creation of a single entry point for home support services, provided for by measure 55, is reinforced by the Bonjour Résidences interface, which brings together the service offers from the various community and institutional partners. Seniors can thus navigate more easily through the available options, which reduces the fragmentation of services and allows for better orientation and quicker access to necessary resources.
Support for the transition to accommodation
The transition to residential care can be a difficult stage for both seniors and their caregivers. Measure 58 of the action plan aims to prepare and support caregivers in this transition. Bonjour Résidences offers complete support for this crucial step. Thanks to its team of accommodation specialists and its online tools, the platform helps caregivers understand the different accommodation options, evaluate the costs and plan this transition in a calm and informed manner.
The articles available in the “useful resources” section of Bonjour Résidences provide practical advice and detailed information on the types of residences available, selection criteria, possible financial aid and more. This allows caregivers to make informed decisions and better support their loved ones during this period of change.
Promote the maintenance of private residences for seniors
Measure 65 aims to promote the maintenance of RPAs in the residential and accommodation continuum. Bonjour Résidences supports this initiative by offering increased visibility to RPAs and facilitating their access to seniors and their families. The platform allows RPAs to present their services, highlight their particularities and thus attract a diversified clientele.
By collaborating with RPAs to offer regular and standardized assessments of residents' needs, Bonjour Résidences contributes to a better match between supply and demand for services. This assessment process also makes it possible to more effectively target personal assistance and nursing care needs, thus guaranteeing a personalized and adapted service.
and then?
The 2024-2029 government action plan Pride in aging is an ambitious and necessary response to the challenges posed by the aging of Quebec's population. Bonjour Résidences, through its innovative services and user-centered approach, plays a crucial role in the achievement of several key measures of this plan. By simplifying administrative procedures, expanding the network of community workers, facilitating access to home care and support services, supporting the transition to accommodation and promoting the maintenance of private residences for seniors, Bonjour Résidences actively contributes to improving the quality of life of Quebec seniors.
This synergy between government initiatives and the services offered by platforms like Bonjour Résidences is essential to create an environment where growing old is synonymous with pride and well-being. By collaborating with various partners and providing effective digital tools, Bonjour Résidences demonstrates that it is possible to transform the challenges of aging into opportunities, while supporting seniors in their quest for autonomy and dignity.