About La Maison de la Sérénité
La Maison de la Sérénité originated from a humanist movement that was inspired many similar undertakings in Europe.
Individuals receiving end-of-life care in the company of their loved ones can live their final days with dignity and respect in a warm family environment.
We acknowledge that everyone has an identity based on their origins, culture, education, values, beliefs, aspirations, and fears.
The presence and support of loved ones or others who are significant to the patient are encouraged. Loved ones are considered members of the caregiving team, promoting quality of life and the journey toward the end of life.
Mutual assistance and volunteerism are encouraged. The caregiving team and other resources working at La Maison share the same intervention philosophy and concern for involvement and support.
A majestic and peaceful location on the Rivière des Prairies.
La Maison’s mandate implies managing a family-type home that can house patients requiring palliative care. La Maison is an alternative between a hospital and the patient’s home. In this place, people can live and spend their final days with dignity in the most possible comfort, surrounded by their loved ones, an interdisciplinary caregiving team, and people who can assist them. Located on a majestic and peaceful site on the Rivière des Prairies, in Laval, La Maison de la Sérénité can welcome 12 end-of-life patients.
Quality care without compromise
At La Maison, each patient is treated with respect and dignity. The care is all-encompassing and filled with humanity and kindness, as our staff strives to meet every individual’s needs. Our caregiving team comprises physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, P.A.B.s, social worker, and several volunteers. They all work together to provide the greatest possible well-being to the patient in their final days, alleviate their suffering, and support their loved ones.
A quiet and welcoming environment
La Maison provides an environment conducive to tranquility and serenity. Each room has large windows facing the river so that end-of-life patients can find a haven of peace supported by the presence and reassurance of their loved ones. La Maison even hosted an emotional wedding ceremony between a patient and her spouse, thereby immortalizing their love for each other. At La Maison, anything is possible, within reason of course!
Mission
La Maison's mission
La Maison’s mission is to provide free services to end-of-life patients so they may pass on peacefully while receiving quality palliative care, supported by a caregiving team and surrounded by their loved ones, in a quiet and welcoming environment.
