RPCU Membership
The benefits of RPCU membership
By becoming a member of the RPCU, your c users or in-patients committee will be part of the organization with the largest number of users and in-patients committees in Quebec, and therefore the most representative. You'll also enjoy the following benefits:
Member support
- Over the years, we have developed a three-pronged service offering: representingyou in your dealings with various bodies, particularly the MSSS, providing you with day-to-day support through our advice, and offering you training relevant to the functions you perform.
- Trois formations de base gratuites (en français et en anglais), des ateliers de partage et des formations spécialisées à forfait.
- Consultation services available on weekdays by phone or e-mail
Participatory democracy and representation
- The right to take part in the RPCU general assembly andelect your representatives to the Board
- Periodic consultations on various health and social services topics
- Membership of an organization that trusts its members to represent them in various regional and national bodies.
- Membership of an organization that constantly strives to take into account the diversity of the network's clientele, needs and missions.
Acquiring and sharing knowledge
- Des formations et des webinaires dispensées en ligne.
- An annualconference to train committee members
- Des infolettres au grand public (sur abonnement) et des infolettres destinées aux membres.
- A reference website for the general public, with a wealth of information on users' rights and committees.
- Access to a members-only section of our website.
Management and promotional tools
- Numerous managementtools , including model operating rules and a Values and Ethics Guide.
- Du matériel promotionnel offert par le RPCU (dépliants, affiches, signets, etc.), faisant la promotion des 12 droits des usagers et pouvant être utilisés durant toute l’année.
Networking and solidarity
- A congress attended by over 500 members of users and in-patients committees from across Quebec, a unique networking opportunity
- Priority registration for the RPCU congress and special ratesfor attending.
Recognition and appreciation of members' contributions
- The opportunity to be nominated for the RPCU Prize of Excellence and to take part in the tribute evening.
- A membership certificate for each of the user and resident committees at your facility.