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Caregiver Support Services - District of Kenora

A caregiver is someone who looks after a sick, frail or disabled relative, friend, or neighbour. Supportive programs and services are available to help caregivers cope with their responsibilities and may include self-help, informal counselling, recreation and resources.

See also Respite Care.

For service information, articles, and caregiving resources, you can also visit CaregiverExchange.ca.

 
These services are located in District of Kenora
Alzheimer Society of Kenora and Rainy River Districts - First Link Program  
618 9th St N, Kenora, ON  P9N 2S9 		807-468-1516
Alzheimer Society of Kenora and Rainy River Districts - Referral, Caregiver and Family Support Program  
618 9th St N, Kenora, ON  P9N 2S9 		807-468-1516
Métis Nation of Ontario - Northwest Métis Council - Community Support Services  
34B King St, Dryden, ON  P8N 1B3 		807-223-4535
Ontario Caregiver Organization (The) - Virtual Support Programs  
416-362-2273 (CARE)

These services are located outside of District of Kenora, but provide service to District of Kenora.
caregiverexchange.ca  
201 King St, London, ON  N6A 1C9 		519-660-5910
Long-Term Care Planning Network  
2 Oaklawn Gardens, Unit C, Toronto, ON  M4V 2C6 		416-526-1090
Ontario Caregiver Organization (The)  
Ontario Caregiver Organization (The) - Helpline  
Ontario Caregiver Organization (The) - Young Caregivers Connect  

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