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4. Olivette Rousseau – 80

Giving Back to Others

Olivette Rousseau has just turned 80. Throughout her life, the Trois-Rivières native has sought to spread goodness around her and age is no impediment to this mission.

For the past few years, Ms. Rousseau has provided wellness, self-esteem and self-confidence workshops for adults.

“Deep down, I’m still a child,” she says. “I’m very curious, I love life and I love giving back to others.”

Brimming with plans for the fall, the octogenarian intends to hold small group discussions on dreams. She would also like to volunteer at Maison Albatros, a palliative care centre in Trois-Rivières.

“I consider myself lucky to be in good health. I like having no obligations and enjoying my freedom. When you get to be 80 years old, you take more time to observe, admire nature. And of course, I enjoy the time spent with my lovely grandchildren. They have so much energy and things they want to tell me. They are precious and I adore them.“