During a time of mourning seniors groups can be helpful. You are surrounded by people who understand what you are going through. They are also a place to go to be sociable and talk about your fond memories. Playing cards, and reading are just some of the things that you would do. The Northridge Funeral Home Ltd. has provided a list of seniors groups around the Emo and surrounding area.
We are fortunate to have an active number of groups focused on addressing the needs of seniors in the area. We respect that after loosing a parent or a spouse, a new level of care and concern arises for those left behind. Any of these groups can advise you of programs designed to help and provide the caring peace of mind that has made our area so special.
| Emo |
| Emo Home Support/ Emo Handi Vani |
| Box 576 Emo ON P0W 1E0 Phone: 807-482-2796 Contact: Patty Labbe This service is for seniors and physically and/or mentally challenged individuals whoo require specialized transportation. The Emo Home support also offers personal care. |
| Fort Frances |
| Rainy River District Home Support Program |
| 550 Osbourne St Fort Frances ON P9A 3T2 Phone: 807-274-9858 Contact: Karen Green Provides home support to the elderly within the Rainy River District. |
| Rainy River |
| Rainy River Senior Activity Depot Drop-In Centre |
| 201 Atwood Ave Rainy River ON P0W 1L0 Phone: 807-852-3244 Contact: Board President John Trenchard Centre designated to provide a wide variety of programs and services to senior citizens. |
| Stratton |
| Stratton Elderly Persons Centre |
| Box 40 Stratton ON P0W 1N0 Phone: 807-483-5303 Contact: Juliette Smits The Stratton senior group meets at the community resource centre, Stratton. |
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