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Program: Aging At Home

Organizations: Métis Nation of Ontario - Northwest Métis Council
Métis Nation of Ontario - Northwest Métis Council - Métis Council
Description of Services: 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
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
Application:
  • Referral required from Physician or Nurse Practitioner

  • Intake assessment conducted with review of current home/family supports
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible      Not Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English

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
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm - by appointment only
Contacts: Tammy Elias - Aging at Home Coordinator
807-223-4535 Ext 306

 
This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 5/23/2025

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