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Program: District Peer Support Program
Organizations: Canadian Mental Health Association - Fort Frances
Phone Numbers: 1-877-311-0117
Email: cmha@cmhaff.ca
Website: fortfrances.cmha.ca/district-peer-support-program/
Address: Box 446
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 3M8
Street
Address:
612 Portage Ave
Fort Frances
Location:
  • Located at Portage Ave in the town of Fort Frances
  • Closest intersection is at Portage Ave and Second St E
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Service Description: Provides a wide range of innovative services and supports to people who are experiencing mental illness and their families

Provides support to individuals and families affected by mental health issues and have identified the need for peer support from someone who has experienced a mental illness and is knowledgeable of mental health and social services
Services provided include:
  • Peer and family peer support
  • Educational sessions and training seminars
  • Regional consumer and family conferences
  • Eight-session Family Information Support Program
  • Referral and advocacy services
Educational training can include:
  • Anti-Stigma Education
  • Hearing Voices that are distressing
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)
Fees: None
Application: Intake assessment required
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:
  • Individuals 18 years of age and older who have a personal mental health issue or have experienced one in the past

  • Family members of individuals with a mental health issue
Languages: English

This information was last completely updated on: 2-2-2026


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