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💊 “I took them like candy for 35 years.”

That is how Georges Marcoux describes the sleeping medication he relied on for more than three decades.

Today, at 81, Georges has been without it since 2022. A patient advocate and past member of our Network’s Public Awareness Committee, he shares his story in Le Journal de Montréal—and there is a lot to take away from it.

Georges started taking the medication in the 1980s while struggling with insomnia during a stressful period. Over the years, he began noticing effects that concerned him. Eventually, he decided he wanted to find another way to sleep.

However, he did not simply stop. Through cognitive behavioural therapy, Georges learned to pay closer attention to his sleep, change his nighttime habits, and gradually relearn how to fall asleep without medication. Over the months, he saw his sleep improve. Today, he says he feels like a different person.

His story invites a question many of us might recognize: Do I still need this medication?

That question does not mean stopping on your own. It means having a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist about whether a medication is still right for you and, when appropriate, making a plan to reduce it safely.

Georges’ experience is a powerful reminder that deprescribing is not simply about stopping a medication. Sometimes, it is about finding a different way forward.

We are grateful to Georges for sharing his experience and helping raise awareness about deprescribing.

📖 Read the full story by Louis-Philippe Messier here (available in French only): https://fb-news-sharer.pebmac.workers.dev/https://www.journaldemontreal.com/2026/08/08/jai-pris-ca-comme-des-bonbons-pendant-35-ans---un-ancien-accro-des-somniferes-pete-le-feu-depuis-quil-a-arrete

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Celebrate the holidays with us!🌟
Our eagerly anticipated holiday lunch will be held December 15th at Taverna Rodos. Registration Opens this Friday at 1:00pm!🌲

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Join us in Brandon on Thursday, Sept. 19 for a live-streaming viewing party of "Spotlight on Local Research: Connecting the Dots" at Seniors for Seniors, 311 Park Ave E, from 6 - 7:30 pm. This event is free to attend - register today to reserve your spot! alzheimer.mb.ca/researchforum2024

Killarney is full of visitors in the summertime, maybe you're even one of them! If not, ever wondered who they are and where they come from? Today you can find out and welcome them to our beautiful town! Why not introduce yourself and let us know who you meet! (Kids, make sure you bring your adult along with you before doing this one!)

June 15 - Workd Elder Abuse Awareness Day

In search of cooks for part time and casual shifts.
Must enjoy working with seniors, be able to work mainly unsupervised and must have transportation.
There may be delivery of meals when needed, Coop shopping involved.
Training will be offered.
A tour of the kitchens if requiring more information.
Resumes can be emailed to: [email protected] or dropped off at the 50 & Over Drop In Centre Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays.