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Brighter Futures Program

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146 Howey St Unit 202
Red Lake
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807-735-1381 Ext 1308
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Toll-Free: 1-800-387-3740
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Fax: 807-727-9494 or 807-727-9494
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Last updated: May 16, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

  • Program registration required

  • Requires prior arrangements for home visits

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

  • Members of McDowell Lake First Nation

  • Expectant parents and families with children younger than 6 years of age

Fees

None

Contacts

Barbara Hambleton - Administrative Director
Cell 431-357-0357 * barb.hambleton@mlfn.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Oji-Cree; available upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

  • Offers a variety of programming to support expecting parents and families with young children
  • Programs support healthy pregnancies, child development and family living
    • Program participants are provided access to:
    • Emergency food, if required
    • Facilitated parenting groups
    • Free clothing exchange
    • Home visits post birth to offer support to new mothers
    • Home visits pre birth to prepare family for new arrival
    • Indoor playground
    • Prenatal food supplements
    • Prenatal nutrition groups
    Note: Transportation and child care is available to all participants

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    Last updated: May 16, 2024: Suggest an edit
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