Sherbrooke Community Society

An Elder at Sherbrooke is interchangeable with the terms resident and care partner. We define an Elder as someone who, by virtue of life experience, is here to teach us and is deserving of our respect. By definition, being an Elder has little to do with age, there are many younger people living at Sherbrooke. Another word we often use is Care Partner. The Care Partner concept implies a balance of care, an acknowledgment that opportunities to give as well as receive care are abundant and experienced by everyone involved in the care relationship. The term Care Partner evens the playing field, as it is often easy to get trapped in a one dimensional experience of the caring relationship. Care Partners include: Elders/Residents, families, staff, volunteers and students. In the Eden Alternative we believe that words make worlds. Language is important for real culture change to occur. Elders/Residents have control over their daily lives, and play an active role in directing the organization. Using the Eden Alternative as a guide, we offer residents varied experiences and a vibrant human habitat.

Seniors

Call (306) 655-3600, or use the website.

Phone

(306) 655-3600

Website

http://www.sherbrookecommunitycentre.ca/