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Program:
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Indigenous Healing and Wellness Program
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Address:
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PO Box 752
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 3N1
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Street Address:
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427 Mowat Ave
Fort Frances
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Location:
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- Functions as the main office of the United Native Friendship Centre located at Mowat Ave
- Closest intersection is at Mowat Ave and Church St
- Situated near Canada Border Services Agency
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Hours:
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Sep-May: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Jun-Aug: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
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Service Description:
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Provides a wide range of community-based and culturally appropriate programs and services for Indigenous people living in an urban environment
Provides information to raise awareness of family violence and strategies to stop itFacilitates group talking circles to promote inner healing of family membersOffers individual peer counsellingProvides advocacy between individual and agenciesProvides referrals to needed community supports and servicesOffers education about healthy and unhealthy relationshipsHosts traditional gatherings including traditional teachings and feasts
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Application:
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Requires a signed consent and completion of program intake form
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Open to all with a focus on off reserve Indigenous peoples
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Ojibway, upon request
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