Ensuring safety and independence as you age with home care support 16 April 2025 / Registration Closed Published: August 24, 2026 Events Ensuring safety and independence as you age with home care support Watch the Recap Overview Explore how home care services can help individuals age in place and promote independence, addressing common stigma and questions about qualification. We discussed the role of EÉSADs (Domestic Help Social Economy Businesses), covering their mission, services, available financial aid, and how to access these resources. Additionally, we highlighted he upcoming national policy on home care support, set to be presented by Sonia Bélanger, Minister Responsible for Seniors, in 2025, and the potential expanded role of the EÉSAD network. Objectives Discuss strategies to be implemented in your home care setting to ensure safety and promote independence Help seniors understand the services that are available for them from the nearest Domestic Help Social Economy Business/EÉSAD, and financial aid available to help access these services Recommended Resources Executive Summary – Aging Well at Home. Tome 4: A Much-Needed Transformation EESAD financial assistance simulator EESAD website Nova Presented by: Marie-France Juneau, Robert François, Nova West Island & Le réseau de cooperation des entreprises d’économie sociale en aide à domicile (EÉSAD) Cumulating 40 years of experience as a Nurse, Teacher, Educator, Manager, Consultant and Director, Marie-France Juneau has been the Executive Director for NOVA West Island for 15 years. She graduated with her Masters Degree from D’Youville College in Buffalo, New York. François Robert is a communication and public affairs advisor with a background in research, journalism and politics. He is particularly interested in social questions and equity in public policies.