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Program:
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Canadian Mental Health Association - Fort Frances Branch - District Peer Support Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-274-2347
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Fax:
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807-274-3515
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Address:
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Box 446
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 3M8
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Street
Address:
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612 Portage Ave
Fort Frances
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Location:
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- Located at Portage Ave in the town of Fort Frances
- Closest intersection is at Portage Ave and Second St E
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Kyleigh Ossachuk - Peer Support Worker
807-274-2347 Ext 213 * kossachuk@cmhaff.ca
Pauline Hyatt - Director Of Services
807-274-2347 ext. 220 * phyatt@cmhaff.ca
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Service Description:
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Provides support to individuals and families affected by mental health issues and have identified the need for peer support from someone who has experienced a mental illness and is knowledgeable of mental health and social services
Services provided include:- Peer and family peer support
- Educational sessions and training seminars
- Regional consumer and family conferences
- Eight-session Family Information Support Program
- Referral and advocacy services
Educational training can include:- Anti-Stigma Education
- Hearing Voices that are distressing
- Mental Health First Aid
- Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Intake assessment required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Individuals 18 years of age and older who have a personal mental health issue or have experienced one in the past
- Family members of individuals with a mental health issue
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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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2/21/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141984
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