Media

Media

Here are some recent articles about West Island Citizen Advocacy. For more information on any of these articles or any other media inquiries, please contact Marla Newhook at (514) 694-5850.

  • Dog Therapy (26 March 2009)
    When 4 1/2-year-old Jake walks into the lobby of October House, it’s clear he’s the centre of attention. For the next hour or so the 85-lb Portuguese water dog will entertain and charm the handful of residents who look forward to his weekly visits.
  • 35 years (19 May 2011)
    Thirty-five years ago, West Island Citizen Advocacy was formed with the idea that a community takes care of its most vulnerable members with no other reward than being a “friend in action”. That was in 1976 and the philosophy hasn’t changed, but the organization certainly has.
  • Alan Dean (14 February 2011)
    When Alan Dean first lost his eyesight 15 years ago, his first thought was to commit suicide.  Since then, Dean has learned to adapt, and even flourish, with the help of others.
  • Chinese Seniors
    Kwi Wen emigrated from China almost 20 years ago and understands the isolation many face when embarking on a new life in a strange country. That sense of isolation can be compounded when those immigrants are senior citizens.