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Program:	Crisis Intervention
Organizations:	United Native Friendship Centre United Native Friendship Centre - Friendship Centre Administration
Phone Numbers:	807-274-8541
Crisis:	807-274-8541
Fax:	807-274-4110
Email:	inquiry@unfc.org
Website:	www.unfc.org/aboriginal-healing-wellness-program
Address:	PO Box 752 Fort Frances, ON P9A 3N1
Street Address:	427 Mowat Ave Fort Frances
Location:	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
Accessibility:	Wheelchair Accessible
Hours:	Sep-May: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Jun-Aug: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4 pm Services are only available during office hours
Contacts:	Deborah Emes - Indigenous Healing and Wellness Worker 807-274-8541 Ext 236 * healingwellness@unfc.org
Service Description:	Provides mobile crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence Provides immediate on site intervention or telephone assistance Dispatches call to police when deemed necessary Ensures victims receive support and assistance to secure their safety Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutions Provides advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies Provides information and referrals to appropriate resources and services
Fees:	None
Application:	No application process
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Individuals 16 years of age and older and their families involved in any form of family crisis and/or violence Open to all with a focus on off reserve Indigenous peoples Children under 18 years of age who require assistance are referred to Children's Mental Health Program
Languages:	English
This information was last completely updated on: 5-2-2025
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