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In 1999, this passion culminated in the founding of Helping
                                                              Seniors™, a business specializing in adaptation and relocation
                                                              services for the elderly. Marie-Claude's extensive knowledge
                                                              of private retirement residences and the industry surrounding
                                                              them is unparalleled. She has personally visited nearly 500
                                                              communities in Canada, the United States, and Europe. Her
                                                              expertise is frequently sought out for speaking engagements
                                                              at prestigious symposia hosted by the National Association of
                                                              Senior Move Managers (NASMM), the Canadian Association on
                                                              Gerontology, Life Speak, and the American Association on Aging.

                                                              In 2012, Marie-Claude published Stay or Move? How to Talk to a
                                                              Senior About Their Changing Needs and Retirement Residences.
                                                              This guide, which has received 5-star reviews and won awards
                                                              in the United States, provides essential insights into discussing
                                                              senior care needs and senior living. She also authored and
                                                              illustrated Grandma’s Place, a children's book that brings
                                                              attention to the importance of language when discussing a
                                                              senior's change in autonomy. This book showcases her innovative
                                                              approach to engaging readers of all ages and has won acclaim
                                                              for its message and illustrations. Marie-Claude's philosophy is
                                                              rooted in celebrating the individuality of each senior and that
                                                              when discussing deeply personal things, such as putting on socks
                                                              or getting in and out of the bath, our words matter regardless of
                                                              their care needs. There is no “one size fits all” solution; therefore,
                                                              our choice of words can play a significant role in this delicate
                                                              transition in life. Using thoughtful language can help seniors feel
                                                              whole by recognizing them for who they are today, rather than
                                                              focusing on what they have lost.

                                                              Her extensive professional and personal experience allows
                                                              her to provide expert guidance and solutions tailored to each
                                                              unique situation. Marie-Claude Giguère's work is a testament to
                                                              her passion for seniors. Her efforts to change perceptions and
                                                              language around aging, so that we talk about the elephant in
                                                              the room, are both groundbreaking and heartfelt. Through her
                                                              work, she continues to make a significant impact on the lives of
                                                              seniors, their families, and the broader community. Her innovative
                                                              approach and unwavering dedication ensure that seniors receive
                                                              the respect, care, and understanding they deserve.
















         Marie-Claude Giguère's endeavor is more than an artistic project;
         it is a heartfelt campaign to change perceptions and language
         around aging. Her work is a clarion call for empathy, urging
         society to choose words that honor the dignity and humanity of
         our senior citizens. Through her art and advocacy, she is indeed
         screaming her message from every rooftop, striving to make a
         better world one word at a time. For over 25 years, Marie-Claude
         has devoted her career to improving the lives of seniors.


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