A family member becomes incapable: what to do?

What does it mean to be incapable? People who are incapable are often described as being “not all there.” They become unable to make informed decisions, take care of themselves or manage their assets. Before being declared incapable, a person must be...

A loved one becomes incapacitated: what to do?

What is incapacity? It’s often said of a disabled person that “he’s out of his head”. She becomes unable to make informed decisions, take care of herself or manage her property. Before being declared unfit, a person must be assessed by a doctor...

A new web page goes online to help seniors living in PSRs

PRESS RELEASE For immediate release A new information tool for seniors living in private seniors’ residences Quebec City, November 30, 2020 – The Fédération des centers d’assistance et d’accompagnement aux plaintes (FCAAP) is pleased to...

How do I change doctors?

How do I change doctors? By Isabelle Bergeron, Le Bel Âge Wrong diagnosis, information not communicated, lack of follow-up or difficult contact… When you wonder whether it’s time to change doctors, what recourse do you have? Whether it’s our family...