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Program:
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District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board (The) - Thunder Bay - Extended Health Benefits
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Phone Numbers:
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807-766-2111
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Toll-Free:
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1-877-281-2958
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Fax:
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807-345-7921
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Address:
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231 May St S
Thunder Bay, ON
P7E 1B5
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Location:
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Located on the corner of May St S and Arthur 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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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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Call for information
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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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Language Notes:
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French available upon request
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Area Served:
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City of Thunder Bay, District of Thunder Bay, Northern
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Last Updated:
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4/3/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=149909
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