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Program:
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United Native Friendship Centre - Indigenous Drug and Alcohol Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-274-8541
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Fax:
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807-274-4110
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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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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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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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Public Contacts:
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Tammy Brown-Idrissou - Alcohol and Drug Worker
alcoholdrug@unfc.org
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Service Description:
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Offers culturally sensitive services to address drug and alcohol issues and to prevent or minimize the negative effects of addictive substances
- Provides individual and group addictions counselling sessions
- Provides drug and alcohol assessments
- Offers individual information, education and needed support as identified through assessment to initiate life changes for recovery
- Provides referrals to treatment centres and programs
- Promotes healthy lifestyles and alternatives to alcohol, drugs and solvents
- Offers public education seminars and workshops, primarily in schools
Addictions treatment services and programs include:
- Talking circles
- Sweats
- Traditional teachings
- Referrals to healing lodges
Aftercare services:
- Assistance in locating and/or attending Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Alateen or Alanon groups
- Individual ongoing addictions counselling sessions
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Requires a signed consent form and completion of program intake form
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Individuals 15 years of age and older who voluntarily admit to an alcohol and/or drug addiction and are seeking help
- 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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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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5/2/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141972
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