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Program:
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Northwestern Health Unit - Kenora - Northwest Points Harm Reduction Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-468-3147
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-830-5978
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Crisis:
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1-866-888-8988
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After Hours:
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1-866-475-6505
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Fax:
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807-468-4970
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Address:
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210 First St N
Kenora, ON
P9N 2K4
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Location:
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- Located at First St N within the former Mount Carmel School
- Closest intersection is at First St N and Matheson St S
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Office Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
Needle Exchange location hours listed on website
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Service Description:
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Promotes reduction of harm for drug users- Provides sterile needles and clean drug preparation equipment
- Provides safe disposal of used needles and equipment
- Supplies free condoms
- Provides Hepatitis A and B vaccinations
- Provides safe inhalation kits
- Gives referrals to counselling, methadone and rehabilitation services
- Provides education on safer injecting practices and overdose prevention
- Raises public awareness of health options for drug users
Sharps Box and Needle Distribution Sites listed on the website
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Fees:
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Service - Hepatitis A & B vaccinations; None; High-risk individuals may be available to receive vaccination free
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Application:
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Hepatitis A & B vaccinations for high-risk individuals
- Apply through Sexual Health clinic or Needle Exchange program
- Requires verbal in-person assessment
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
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Last Updated:
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12/30/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141161
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