Extended Health Benefits

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Deer Lake Band Office
Deer Lake First Nation
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807-775-2141
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Fax: 807-775-2220
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm

Application

Individuals may apply by contacting the office

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Deer Lake 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

Fees

None

Contacts

Maureen Meekis - Ontario Works Administrator
maureenmeekis@knet.ca
Carolyn Meekis - Ontario Works Administrator
carolynmeekis@knet.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Cree, Oji-Cree; available upon request

Accessibility

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Accessibility Note

Partially Accessible - Parking -- No designated handicapped parking space; Entrance -- Accessible with side ramp but no automatic push button doors; Washroom -- Not accessible

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
Last updated: Aug 2, 2024: Suggest an edit