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Program:
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Métis Nation of Ontario - Northwest Métis Council - Aging At Home
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Phone Numbers:
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807-223-4535
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Address:
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34B King St
Dryden, ON
P8N 1B3
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Location:
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- Located at King St beside Wilsons Business Solutions Store
- Closest intersection is at King St and Earl Ave
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm - by appointment only
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Public Contacts:
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Tammy Elias - Aging at Home Coordinator
807-223-4535 Ext 306
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Service Description:
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Operates as a program under the Healing and Wellness Branch - Developed as a new program aimed at supporting Indigenous seniors to remain in their own homes as long as possible
- Aims to improve the quality of life of community seniors and to help reduce the stress felt by the family and caregivers
- Provides education and information related to health and well-being
- Acts as a resource and respite for family members who are caring for an elderly loved one
Services provided can include but are not limited to the following: - Assistance with personal care such as bathing
- Home support with light housekeeping, laundry and meal preparation
- Friendly visits to help with loneliness
- Assistance with coordination of contracted services for lawn care and snow removal
- Transportation/accompaniment to medical appointments and for errands such as banking and grocery shopping
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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- Referral required from Physician or Nurse Practitioner
- Intake assessment conducted with review of current home/family supports
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Métis individuals 55 years of age and older in financial need and requiring support to remain living in their own home
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora
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Last Updated:
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5/23/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=198844
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