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Program:	Aging At Home Program
Organizations:	Métis Nation of Ontario - Atikokan Métis Council Métis Nation of Ontario - Atikokan Métis Council - Métis Council Administration
Phone Numbers:	807-597-6465
Email:	atikokanmetiscouncil@outlook.com
Website:	www.metisnation.org
Address:	c/o c/o Atikokan Métis Council PO Box 2384 Atikokan Métis Council Atikokan, ON P0T 1C0
Street Address:	100 Main St E Atikokan
Location:	Located on Main St in the former TD Bank building, next door to the Bargain Store Closest intersection is at Main St and O'Brien St
Accessibility:	Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours:	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Contacts:	Phylis Barr - Aging At Home Coordinator Cell 807-324-0118 * phylisb@metisnation.org Shelley Gonneville - Manager of Operations, Healing and Wellness Branch 705-254-1768 ext 310 * shelleyg@metisnation.org
Service Description:	Operates as a program under the Healing and Wellness Branch Provides supports for 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 Supports can include: Preparing a bath Contracted services for lawn care and snow removal Light housekeeping Laundry Meal preparation Transportation for running errands such as medical appointments, bank and grocery store
Fees:	None
Application:	Referral required from Physician or Nurse Practitioner Intake assessment conducted with review of financial status and 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: 6-2-2025
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