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Ambulanter Hospizdienst
Association: Ambulanter Hospizdienst (Mobile Hospital Service) Supported Project: Training for caregivers to support seniors at the end of life (2019)


Day to day companions St Joseph
Association: Day to Day Companions St. Joseph Supported Project: Training of 10 caregivers to enable seniors to remain in their homes (2019)


Encour’age
Association: Encour’age aims to promote and improve the independence and well-being of elderly and/or disabled people. Supported project: Renovation of living spaces in a house to accommodate 12 seniors in a shared living arrangement (2019)


1 toit 2 générations
The association "1 toit 2 générations" (One Roof, Two Generations) aims to promote intergenerational housing by arranging shared accommodation between a senior citizen living alone and a young person seeking affordable housing. Project: Funding a music festival for seniors in a social housing complex in Chambéry (2019)


École des grands-parents européens
Association: The European Grandparents' School's mission is to reflect on the status of grandparents in families and society today, and to value and promote their place and role in relation to the generations of parents and grandchildren. Supported Projects: 2019 Training of 3 seniors to lead language workshops for children with learning difficulties in schools; 2025


Soleil d’automne
Association: Soleil d’automne welcomes senior citizens and offers them social and therapeutic activities, as well as personalized support combining relaxation and stimulation. Supported project: Acquisition of a digital tablet for the Herlies nursing home (2019)


De Ruyschaert
Association: De Ruyschaert Project: Acquisition of an activity table for a retirement home in Belgium (2019)


Les amis de la piscine
Association: Friends of the Swimming Pool is an association of nearly 4,000 enthusiasts dedicated to the Roubaix swimming pool. Supported Project: Funding for a writing workshop with seniors from Hermine Blanche (2019)


CPPA
Association: CPPA Supported project: Equipping a relaxation room at the Kairouan retirement home (2019)


Croissant rouge
Organization: The Red Crescent is a humanitarian organization and one of the national societies of the Red Cross. Project: Transporting senior citizens residing in Zriba to their dialysis sessions in Tunis (2019)


Alzheimer’s society
Association: The Alzheimer's Society is a British charity providing care and research for people with dementia and their caregivers. Project supported: Funding for a volunteer to care for a person with Alzheimer's one day a week to provide respite for their caregiver (2019)


Silver line
Association: The Silver Line is a telephone helpline for seniors, combating loneliness and isolation. We offer friendship, conversation, and support to people aged 55 and over. Any day, any time, you can pick up the phone and speak to one of our friendly Silver Line team members. Whether it's to exchange a simple "hello," chat about how your day went, or simply have a listening ear, the Silver Line is there for everyone. Our team is also here for you if you have any concerns


Un toit à partager
The association "Un toit à partager" (A Roof to Share) offers students the opportunity to live with seniors for a modest rent and some daily assistance. Its primary mission is to provide intergenerational cohabitation solutions. This is a voluntary and supportive commitment between a senior citizen (60 years and older) and a young person under 30 (student, apprentice, intern, employee, or career changer) whose goal is to live together under the same roof. By opting for this t


La Croix Rouge française
Association: The French Red Cross EPHAd in Montpellier aims to help people in difficulty in France and abroad. From its inception, it has established itself as an international movement for aid and assistance to victims. Through its ongoing work on behalf of victims and the promotion of its ethics of tolerance and dialogue, the Red Cross contributes to the prevention of conflicts and tensions. Supported project: Musi-qualité in retirement homes, acquiring an interactive kiosk


Siel Bleu
Association: Siel Bleu empowers everyone, regardless of their abilities, where they live, or their financial situation, to improve their health and well-being throughout their lives. Physical activity, raising awareness of better nutrition, and promoting eco-responsible behavior are the main tools of this support, which fosters social connections. Siel Bleu allows each person to participate in these activities according to their desires and needs. Kindness, professionalism, a


Supporting life to the very end: our Foundation alongside Voisins & Soins
Our On Seniors Side Foundation supports projects that tangibly improve the quality of life for seniors. Among them is the Voisins & Soins association, which is committed to providing end-of-life care at home. A shared observation: beyond care, the need for connection In France, the provision of palliative care remains unevenly distributed, particularly at home. While technical and medical care exists, one need often remains insufficiently met: that of human support. The end o


When the foundation visits the association "Ce qui compte vraiment"
“Every Story Really Matters”: Young people take up their pens for our elders At the beginning of 2026, we had the pleasure of visiting the Isabeau nursing home in Roubaix to interview a young person and a resident as part of the "Every Story Really Matters" project. Enzo Lézier, a first-year student at Saint Rémi High School in Roubaix, and Jacques Van Mullen, a resident of the nursing home, were delighted to answer a few questions. Through their enthusiasm, we were able to a


Innovation in the service of social connection (Silverfit Alois project)
A few months ago, we partnered with the association Les Amis de l’EHPAD du Val de Loue for the launch of the “Silverfit Alois” project. This is a physical and cognitive stimulation tool specifically designed for seniors (particularly those with Alzheimer’s). Today, we are delighted to share the progress of this wonderful initiative. Here’s a look back at an emotionally rich experience with Stéphanie Gradoz, the project’s sponsor. The device, delivered in July and put into ser


25 years of Lire et Faire Lire: an intergenerational ball at the Maison des Métallos
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the Lire et Faire Lire (Read and Make Read) association organized an intergenerational ball at the Maison des Métallos in Paris, bringing together 150 participants, including volunteers and children. The director of our foundation, Joséphine Biernacki, and Laetitia Brunet, godmother of one of the association's projects, were delighted to attend. This festive and convivial morning highlighted the association's core mission: to pass on the joy


Mountain holidays in the Jura: a solidarity break for our seniors
A project led by the association "Little Brothers of the Poor" Since 1946, Little Brothers of the Poor has been working to combat the isolation and loneliness of older people, especially the most vulnerable. Through their visits, social gatherings, and solidarity holiday initiatives, volunteers rebuild connections, restore confidence, and offer seniors the opportunity to rediscover the joy of life. Every action aims to remind us of a fundamental truth: no one should grow old
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