SEMAINES D’INFORMATION SUR LA SANTÉ MENTALE

Schedule

At the local library, Rue Nastrade

Throughout October: a selection of books for adults and young people (non-fiction, picture books, comics, etc.) on the theme of mental health, available to browse in-store and/or borrow.

5–18 October: Presentation of books on mental health.

At the Community of Communes, Salle Fréchou, 18 Avenue du Commandant Taillefer

Webinar for carers: ‘What if caring were an opportunity?’ A different approach to caregiving.

Tuesday 6 October from 2.30 pm to 3.30 pm

Join the online conferences live and ask our experts your questions. Mathieu Briest, philosopher. Those receiving care will be looked after by healthcare professionals during the conference. Register by telephone on 05 62 00 37 51.

Salle des associations, Avenue de Martiques

Creative Arts workshop organised by the ADMR. For people aged 60 and over only.

Wednesday 7 October – from 2.30 pm to 5 pm

An afternoon of sharing and artistic creation led by Solange FOREST, psychotherapist and art therapist. Participants will be able to choose to create small personal artworks using a variety of materials such as paper, card and wood, with paint, pastels and origami, inspired by reading and poetry. The afternoon will conclude with a convivial get-together over afternoon tea. Booking required: 05 61 88 17 00.

Inter-municipal Toy Library, Rue Nastrade

A week dedicated to mental health, intergenerational bonding and Access games.

Wednesday 7 October, 3.00 pm to 5.00 pm.

The toy library will be hosting a workshop for parents, grandparents and children entitled ‘Let’s Invent Our Ideal World’, led by Roxane Vidalon, an artist and philosopher. The programme includes drawing, writing and collage. Bookings on 05.61.88.72.04.

Intergenerational day focusing on art and mental health, on the afternoon of 14 October, in the two halls of L’Isle-en-Dodon Town Hall

Reading session and creative workshop centred on paper from 2 pm to 5 pm. Organised by the local media library.

Intergenerational sports activities from 2 pm to 5 pm, organised by the Inter-municipal Sport and Health Programme. For residents of the care home and children from the after-school club.

Youth information stand and MJC stand from L’Isle-en-Dodon: Come and meet the Youth Co-ordinator for the ‘Cœur et Coteaux du Comminges’ area, who will introduce you to the main resources and support available for young people: information, independence, employment, guidance… The MJC team will host an activity highlighting the benefits of cultural activities for young people’s mental health.

Games workshop organised by the Ludothèque, from 2 pm to 5 pm. Come and discover or rediscover the joy of playing together with an original selection of classic games – tactile, spectacular and accessible to all. Children, adults, older people and those with disabilities are all welcome to take part. Whether with family, friends or on your own, let play bring people together, stimulate the memory, offer a break from the daily routine and boost everyone’s mental wellbeing.

Cinema, Boulevard des Martyrs de Meilhan

Film screening and discussion

Screening of the documentary ‘Les esprits libres’ by Bertrand Hagenmüller

15 October from 3.00 pm to 4.30 pm, followed by a discussion with a doctor and a carer.

Set within a specialist care home, the documentary follows an extraordinary artistic endeavour: men and women living with Alzheimer’s disease or related conditions engage in a creative process guided by artists. Far from the usual clinical perspective, the camera gently captures the spark that remains. We discover that whilst words may be lost and memories may grow hazy, sensitivity, humour and emotion remain intact. Through painting, theatre or music, these ‘free spirits’ break free from the constraints of the disease to reclaim their place in the world.

Halle de l’Isle-en-Dodon, Children’s Literature Festival

Saturday 17 October

Organised by the FE.RU.E association (Festival Rural et Engagé de Littérature Jeunesse), this unmissable event celebrates the joy of reading and creativity in all its forms. Designed for children, teenagers and families, the festival takes over the Halle de l’Isle-en-Dodon for a day packed with discoveries and shared experiences. Promoting access to culture in rural areas, fostering the imagination of the youngest visitors and building social connections through books and artistic creation.

The Media Centre offers workshops and opens its doors for readings and opportunities for discussion.

The Toy Library places books at the heart of play through fun and interactive activities.

The MJC-EVC contributes to the site’s welcoming atmosphere by providing spaces for socialising and relaxation.

France Services Days

5–10 October

Come and meet the France Services advisers from L’Isle-en-Dodon and Boulogne-sur-Gesse and find out how they can help with everyday administrative procedures. They will be at the market in L’Isle-en-Dodon (Saturday morning) and Boulogne-sur-Gesse (Wednesday morning)

CARSAT consultation day on Friday 9 October at the France Services office in Boulogne-sur-Gesse. CPAM workshop: Ameli account and Mon espace Santé. Consultation sessions at the town halls in PUYMAURIN, SAINT-LAURENT, PEGUILHAN and BLAJAN.

For further information, please call 05 62 00 37 51 (L’Isle-en-Dodon) or 05 61 94 74 40 (Boulogne-sur-Gesse).