Dryden Native Friendship Centre - Community Connections Program

Application

Requires Intake and assessment process
Bookings must be made 24 hours in advance
Contact Community Connections Coordinator

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Indigenous individuals including elderly, frail, physically disabled and chronically ill people

Fees

Minimal fees for scheduled transportation ; None for other services

Contacts

Community Connections Coordinator
807-223-7433 Ext 2242 * ccp@dnfconline.org

Languages

English

Accessibility

Partially Accessible

Accessibility Note

Partially Accessible - Parking -- No designated spaces available; Entrance -- Accessible with automatic push button; Washroom -- Accessible with grab bar

Description of Services:

Provides services and support for Indigenous individuals to promote integrated response, independent living, community participation and improved quality of life

Works in partnership with the Patricia Region Senior Services Inc

Friendly Visiting/Security Checks

Arranges visits and phone calls from staff/volunteers in individual's home on a regular basis
Provides emotional, social and well-being support for the individual

Scheduled Van Service

Provides transportation to medical appointments, shopping, bill paying, attendance to social/cultural activities and to life enrichment events
Offers the transportation for surrounding communities from Wabigoon to Eagle River one day per week; rest of week services are for Dryden clients
Charges a nominal fee based on one-ways and additional stops