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Métis Family Wellbeing Program

34B King St
Dryden, ON
P8N 1B3

807-223-4535

nwmetis@drytel.net

www.metisnation.org

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm - by appointment only

Last updated: May 6, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

Intake assessment required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Focus is on Métis children, youth and their families but open to clients and participants who do not have MNO citizenship or Métis descent

Fees

None

Contacts

Danielle Delaronde - Métis Family Wellbeing Coordinator
danielled@metisnation.org
Shelley Gonneville - Manager of Operations, Healing and Wellness Branch
705-254-1768 Ext 310; Fax 807-223-8083 * shelleyg@metisnation.org

Languages

English

Accessibility

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Operates as a program under the Healing and Wellness Branch

Developed as a new program aimed at supporting healthy and whole Métis families
Works to reduce family violence, the number of youth involved in the justice system and the number of children in care
Focus is on providing direct one-on-one client services and educational resources and family wellness planning

Services provided can include but are not limited to the following:

After school safe places and homework clubs
Assistance in navigating the community support system
Assisting children and youth to foster self-identity and to develop life skills
Court-related supports
Empowering parents to be their children's best advocates
Ensuring families have their basic needs met
Guidance for building healthy relationships and raising awareness of personal safety issues
Peer support for youth involved in justice and correction issues
Referrals for employment and training programs
Supports for children and youth who have experienced or witnessed violence
Supports for Métis youth to stay in school
Support in case meetings and conferencing

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Last updated: May 6, 2024: Suggest an edit