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Program:
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District of Rainy River Services Board - Fort Frances Office - Homelessness Prevention Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-274-5349
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-265-5349
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Fax:
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807-274-0678
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Address:
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450 Scott St
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 1H2
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Location:
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- Located at Scott St across the street from Safeway
- Closest intersection is at Scott St and Armit Ave
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Office: Mon-Fri 8 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Sandra Weir - Integrated Services Manager
807-274-5349 Ext 230 * sandraw@rrdssab.on.ca
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Service Description:
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Assists individuals and families who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness to meet certain housing needs
Services provided include:
Emergency Shelter Solutions- Assists with finding a temporary safe bed and necessary basic needs
Homelessness Prevention- Provides financial assistance for emergency needs, rental and utility arrears and for basic necessities
Housing Support Services which can include financial assistance for:- Gas and hydro deposits
- Hook-up fees
- Household furnishings
- Last month's rent deposit
- Moving and transportation to the home of the recipient
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Fees:
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None
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Individuals and families at-risk of becoming homeless or who are homeless
- Requires completed application to be reviewed by committee members
Individual must:
- Be low income
- Not have accessed services within the last 24 months
- Must be 16 years of age or older
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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
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Last Updated:
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12/6/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141258
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