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Program:
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District of Rainy River Services Board - Fort Frances Office - Extended Health Benefits
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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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Shelley Shute - Director of Integrated Services and Ontario Works Lead
807-274-5349 Ext 306 * shelley.shute@rrdssab.ca
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Service Description:
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Provides various health benefits to individuals and families with high health costs
Benefits are determined based on need and may include:- basic dental care
- diabetic supplies
- eyeglasses
- hearing aids
- prescription drugs
- surgical supplies and dressings
- transportation for medical appointments
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Individuals can apply by contacting the office
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals and families who:
- are between 16 and 65 years of age
- have high prescription drug costs or other health related costs
- were eligible for Ontario Works in the previous months, or
- are no longer eligible for Ontario Works because they received a payment for loss of income under the 1986-1990 Hepatitis C Settlement Agreement
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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=142165
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