Application

  • Referrals for service are received through Central Access at Firefly, located in both the Fort Frances and Atikokan offices

  • In Fort Frances, Rainy River, and the surrounding area call 807-274-7787 or toll free at 1-866-646-6616, or visit the office at 240 First St E, Fort Frances

  • In Atikokan and the surrounding area, call 807-597-4528 or visit the office at 211 Main St, Atikokan

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Families with children/youth younger than 18 years of age with a developmental disability

Fees

Service fees - Family responsible for paying a small portion of the hourly rate paid to relief workers

Languages

English

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

  • Offers families a respite period from the daily care of children with developmental disabilities
  • Provides qualified relief workers trained in First Aid and CPR as well as specific needs of the child
  • Allows family to choose worker and to train them on specific needs of their family member
  • Offers flexibility of respite location, in family home, worker's home or planned activities
  • Last updated: May 6, 2025: Suggest an edit