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Program: Extended Health Benefits

Organizations: Fort William First Nation
Fort William First Nation - Band Office
Description of Services: 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

Fees: None
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Members of Fort William First Nation 16-65 years of age


Individuals and families who:

  • 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
Application: Individuals can apply by contacting the office
Accessibility: Partially Accessible      Partially Accessible
Accessibility Notes: Partially Accessible - Entrance -- Not Accessible; Parking -- Accessible with designated parking space; Washroom -- Not Accessible
Languages: English

Phone Numbers: 807-623-9543
Toll-Free: 1-866-892-8687
Fax: 807-622-4765
Email: ssreception@fwfn.com
Website: fwfn.com/
Address: 90 Anemki Dr Suite 200
Fort William First Nation, ON
P7J 1L3
Location:
  • Band Office is located at Anemki Dr in Fort William First Nation near the base of Mount McKay
  • Closest intersection is at Anemki Dr and Mission Rd
  • Fort William Reserve is located on W shore of Lake Superior, south of and adjacent
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
Contacts: Shannon Crews - Social Services Manager
807-622-6791 Ext 261 * ShannonC@fwfn.com

 
This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 7/24/2024

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