WHO ARE WE
Welcome to the Assistance
& Referral Centre
ARC Assistance and Referral Centre is a non-profit community organization dedicated to assisting and empowering people of all ages to access health and social services, information, resources, programs, and activities in English on the South Shore.
ACCESS TO HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
KEEPING YOU INFORMED
What’s New at ARC
We Are Hiring!
We Are Hiring!
We are currently recruiting to fill the Outreach Program Coordinator position at our satellite office in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu. The general mandate will be to work with public and community partners to facilitate access to services and activities in English in the Montérégie-Centre. View the job posting here >>
The Community Network Bursary application for 2024-2025 is now open!
The Community Network Bursary application for 2024-2025 is now open!
The Advisor – April 2024
Employment Reference and Resource Guide
This bilingual document is the result of a collaboration between three organizations working to promote access to employment for English-speaking people in the Montérégie region. View here.
Health Info Summary Form
Being organized when things are difficult can really help during stressful situations. Our Caregivers Team has developed a great tool you can use to organize all that important health info in advance so that you have it ready. Download here.
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OUR ACTIVITY CALENDAR
Upcoming Activities
Calendar of Events
M Mon
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W Wed
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S Sat
S Sun
1 event,
1 event,
4 events,
Caregivers Cafe
Caregivers Cafe
Come to our safe, cozy and comfortable space to share, listen or just relax with other caregivers.
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
3 events,
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Come and join this mind-body exercise that combines movements, meditation, and deep breathing. Everyone is welcome ! Registration obligatory at: [email protected]
Walk & Talk – GPK
Walk & Talk – GPK
Come and join this fun, leisurely walk out and about in the community. Everyone is welcome !
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Join us on zoom for a non-strenuous, simple, gentle yoga. Everyone is welcome !
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
4 events,
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Come and join us every Monday for a fun stroll and a feel good chit chat!
French Conversation Group (GPK)
French Conversation Group (GPK)
Want to improve your French? Come and join our friendly group. Learning is a treasure that will follow you everywhere.
Rock Painting Workshop
Rock Painting Workshop
Come and join us for a creative activity, to relax, rejuvenate, and de-stress. Everyone is welcome!
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Come and join this interesting and fun group who love to draw. Everyone is welcome !
2 events,
Social Cooking with Jody
Social Cooking with Jody
Learn to cook new and exciting dishes, along with comfort food recipes. Everyone is welcome! Registration is a must as space is limited.
Caregivers Support Group via ZOOM
Caregivers Support Group via ZOOM
Come join our discussions about caregiving, anticipatory grief, and navigating challenges. Everyone is welcome.
4 events,
Caregivers Cafe
Caregivers Cafe
Come to our safe, cozy and comfortable space to share, listen or just relax with other caregivers.
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
3 events,
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Come and join this mind-body exercise that combines movements, meditation, and deep breathing. Everyone is welcome ! Registration obligatory at: [email protected]
Walk & Talk – GPK
Walk & Talk – GPK
Come and join this fun, leisurely walk out and about in the community. Everyone is welcome !
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Join us on zoom for a non-strenuous, simple, gentle yoga. Everyone is welcome !
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
4 events,
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Come and join us every Monday for a fun stroll and a feel good chit chat!
French Conversation Group (GPK)
French Conversation Group (GPK)
Want to improve your French? Come and join our friendly group. Learning is a treasure that will follow you everywhere.
Rock Painting Workshop
Rock Painting Workshop
Come and join us for a creative activity, to relax, rejuvenate, and de-stress. Everyone is welcome!
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Come and join this interesting and fun group who love to draw. Everyone is welcome !
1 event,
Social Cooking with Jody
Social Cooking with Jody
Learn to cook new and exciting dishes, along with comfort food recipes. Everyone is welcome! Registration is a must as space is limited.
5 events,
Accessing Health and Social Service (SHARP) – ZOOM
Accessing Health and Social Service (SHARP) – ZOOM
Join us for an interesting topic about "Overcoming barriers with tools and resources." Registration in advance is required. Click https://arc-hss.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0c6bb6cb3b49de41e7fe0b9f2&id=41ad8f272e&e=52c976694a
Caregivers Cafe
Caregivers Cafe
Come to our safe, cozy and comfortable space to share, listen or just relax with other caregivers.
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
4 events,
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Come and join this mind-body exercise that combines movements, meditation, and deep breathing. Everyone is welcome ! Registration obligatory at: [email protected]
Walk & Talk – GPK
Walk & Talk – GPK
Come and join this fun, leisurely walk out and about in the community. Everyone is welcome !
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Join us on zoom for a non-strenuous, simple, gentle yoga. Everyone is welcome !
BOOK CLUB in St Jean
BOOK CLUB in St Jean
Come and join us at 7:30 p.m. at our St Jean Office to discuss the book called Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng. To register, please send an email to Lauren at: [email protected]
1 event,
Appreciation Event for Members & Volunteers only
Appreciation Event for Members & Volunteers only
Music & Mocktail Mingle - April 19, 2024 from 5:00-7:00 pm **MEMBERS + VOLUNTEERS ONLY ** Not a member? Contact us at [email protected] to sign up today !
1 event,
Family Wellness Saturday
Family Wellness Saturday
This month at Family Wellness Saturday we are calling in all game enthusiasts! Join us for a board game café style event, where we will have a variety of games and puzzles that are suitable for even our smallest participants! This event will take place on Saturday, April 20, at the Royal Military College in St-Jean-sur-Richelieu. Contact [email protected] or (450) 357-0386 for registration and questions.
0 events,
4 events,
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Come and join us every Monday for a fun stroll and a feel good chit chat!
French Conversation Group (GPK)
French Conversation Group (GPK)
Want to improve your French? Come and join our friendly group. Learning is a treasure that will follow you everywhere.
Rock Painting Workshop
Rock Painting Workshop
Come and join us for a creative activity, to relax, rejuvenate, and de-stress. Everyone is welcome!
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Come and join this interesting and fun group who love to draw. Everyone is welcome !
1 event,
Social Cooking with Jody
Social Cooking with Jody
Learn to cook new and exciting dishes, along with comfort food recipes. Everyone is welcome! Registration is a must as space is limited.
5 events,
Caregivers Cafe
Caregivers Cafe
Come to our safe, cozy and comfortable space to share, listen or just relax with other caregivers.
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
ARC 55+ Community – GPK
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
ARC 55+ Community – Chambly
Join us for fun activities and refreshments every week. Everyone is welcome!
3 events,
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Tai Chi/Qi Gong @ CPGKC
Come and join this mind-body exercise that combines movements, meditation, and deep breathing. Everyone is welcome ! Registration obligatory at: [email protected]
Walk & Talk – GPK
Walk & Talk – GPK
Come and join this fun, leisurely walk out and about in the community. Everyone is welcome !
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Linda’s Gentle Yoga – ZOOM
Join us on zoom for a non-strenuous, simple, gentle yoga. Everyone is welcome !
0 events,
1 event,
Community Dinner Dance
Community Dinner Dance
Our next Community Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday, April 27. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. The meal is Shepard's Pie, either regular or vegetarian. An awesome DJ will be playing 70's - 80's music! If you would like to attend, please complete this form and press the “Send” button. The ticket price is $15.00 per adult, $7.50 per child 8 and under, payable by e-transfer to [email protected], (password: archss2024), cash or cheque payable to Assistance and Referral Centre. You may also drop off this form and payment at one of our locations. Registration deadline is April 18, 2024.
0 events,
4 events,
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Moms & Tots Walking Club – GPK
Come and join us every Monday for a fun stroll and a feel good chit chat!
French Conversation Group (GPK)
French Conversation Group (GPK)
Want to improve your French? Come and join our friendly group. Learning is a treasure that will follow you everywhere.
Rock Painting Workshop
Rock Painting Workshop
Come and join us for a creative activity, to relax, rejuvenate, and de-stress. Everyone is welcome!
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Ilana’s Virtual Drawing Class – ZOOM
Come and join this interesting and fun group who love to draw. Everyone is welcome !