Dedicated to offering respect and a home-like environment. That’s Maison Saint-Joseph. It stands as a testament to compassion. It is located in Vernaison. This village is south of Lyon. The building offers appealing living and working spaces. It is situated in the heart of the village. Maison Saint-Joseph borders the Rhône.
Maison Saint-Joseph’s story began in 1823. Sr Saint Jean de Fontbonne acquired the building then. She wanted to provide a place of rest for sisters. These sisters were either convalescing or aging. The Sisters of the Congregation of Saint Joseph of Lyon managed the house.
The Maison Saint-Joseph has always held importance in Vernaison. It has played a vital role in teaching. It aided in nursing care. The house supported populations in need.
In 1994, the Congregation of the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Lyon ceded its management. It went to the Association Maison Saint-Joseph. This was under the law of 01/07/1901. This year also marked the arrival of the first lay residents.
Since the 1990s, Maison Saint-Joseph has undergone successive phases of work. These projects extended until 2019. Today, the Maison Saint-Joseph comprises 80 individual rooms. It features a living unit. This unit welcomes residents with memory disorders. A PASA is also part of the facility. This is a support and adapted care center with 14 places.
The goal remains the same as the origin. To accompany residents daily with humanity. It continues until the end of their lives. Maison Saint-Joseph holds values passed down by the Congregation. These are welcome, availability and humility. It also includes charity. These translate into respect, listening and conviviality. Empathy, understanding and trust are also important.
Principles from Nicole Poirier in 1996 in Quebec are followed. These Carpe Diem principles are important. This is a humanistic approach. It is a willingness to connect with others. All professionals at the Maison share this. Most are trained or sensitized in this approach.
This approach prioritizes human connection. It emphasizes listening to the person. The approach respects their choices. It includes understanding specific needs. It focuses on skills and abilities. It shows empathetic understanding. There is a positive consideration of the person. This comes from those around them and professionals. It is essential for support.
Actions implemented include recognizing and valuing what a person can still do. Fostering independence is key. It supports and maintains daily life activities. These are carried out as if at home. Encouraging participation in household activities is also vital. This can be in private or collective spaces. This helps the person feel useful. Being accepted by doing activities creates satisfaction. Social interactions during activities maintain and develop independence. Doing it together rebuilds confidence.
Breaking down rigid systems is important. Prioritizing risk-taking over security is favored. Maison Saint-Joseph stands as a haven. It provides care rooted in history. It continues to adapt to modern needs. It welcomes all with open arms.