Supplemental Services
Supplemental Services are provided, thanks to EBM receiving corporate sponsorship, a government grant or through fundraising. These services are free of charge to our clients and offered for a specific period of time, as long as there are funds to cover the cost.
Music Expressions
Entraide Bénévole Métro’s Music Expressions program uses music to promote social wellness and an enriching life. By providing a space for expression and connection, it helps participants engage, stimulate their minds, and strengthen their sense of community.
Laurena Segura has been offering Music Therapy to EBM clients since September 2022. Laurena is a musical artist in every sense. She holds a Master’s Degree in Music Therapy plus a Bachelors of Music and Certificate of Psychology from University de Montréal. She is a singer/songwriter who is comfortable playing many instruments stating,” Rather than master a particular instrument, I would rather play a bit of each”. One-hour sessions with Laurena include discussing music or listening to music, learning a new instrument or a song.
Nadia Bashalani is a vocalist, singer/songwriter and rhythm guitarist who has been active on the Montreal music scene for over 20 years. Although she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Concordia University and a Women’s Studies Certificate from the Simone de Beauvoir Institute, her strengths stem from years of performance and songwriting. Nadia combines these musical skills with over 14 years of experience working as a music animator and musical awakening specialist. Nadia explores melody and rhythm through song listening/discussion, songwriting, improvisation, singing and percussion instruments.
Art Expression
Art Expression, introduced in March 2023, is EBM’s newest service. Our talented art facilitators engage our clients through creative projects, fostering artistic expression. Free individual sessions are available in clients’ homes. Group sessions are also offered in three HLM buildings – Manoir Charles Dutaud, Habitations Du Fort and Résidence Hillside.
Rae Congdon, B.A.
Since February 2023, Rae has been working with EBM clients. She holds a B.A. in Graphic Design and Advertising, and after working six years in the graphic design field, she returned to school to study Therapeutic Recreation. She works one-on-one with clients and also facilitates group sessions. Rae finds great joy in connecting with her clients and seeing their creativity come to life. She is consistently touched by their stories, their work and their appreciation of her guidance.
Juliana Duimstra, M.A.
Juliana has been working with EBM clients since February 2024. She has an M.A. in Art Therapy from Concordia University. She works one-on-one with clients and also facilitates an art group at Manor Charles Dutaud. Juliana enjoys the sense of community and support the residents have for each other.
To sign up for EBM’s Provisional Services, please contact EBM at (514) 939-9575.
Taxi Program
Entraide Bénévole Métro offers a free taxi to EBM clients returning from a medical accompaniment.
EBM will discuss the taxi service with clients when a medical accompaniment is requested. Once the medical appointment is finished, the volunteer accompanying the client will advise EBM to call a taxi to the appropriate address then bring the volunteer and client back to the client’s home.
EBM will cover the cost for the taxi. The client is responsible for tipping the driver.
