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Practical Insights for Busy Caregivers

Program:	Aging At Home
Organizations:	Métis Nation of Ontario - Northwest Métis Council Métis Nation of Ontario - Northwest Métis Council - Métis Council
Phone Numbers:	807-223-4535
Email:	nwmetis@drytel.net
Website:	www.metisnation.org/
Address:	34B King St Dryden, ON P8N 1B3
Location:	Located at King St beside Wilsons Business Solutions Store Closest intersection is at King St and Earl Ave
Accessibility:	Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours:	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm - by appointment only
Contacts:	Tammy Elias - Aging at Home Coordinator 807-223-4535 Ext 306
Service Description:	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
Fees:	None
Application:	Referral required from Physician or Nurse Practitioner Intake assessment conducted with review of current home/family supports
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Métis individuals 55 years of age and older in financial need and requiring support to remain living in their own home
Languages:	English
This information was last completely updated on: 5-23-2025
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