Resources tagged with 'Jordans' Principal'

Responds to unmet needs of First Nations children no matter where they live in Canada. Includes:

• Informing families about the help available for their child and how to access it
• Coordinating access to products, services and supports
• Providing funding when it is needed to make sure products, services and supports are accessed without delay

Provides funding that can help with a wide range of health, social and educational needs, including the unique needs of First Nations 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth and those with disabilities.

Examples of coverage include:

Health:

• Mobility aids
• Wheelchair ramps
• Addiction services
• Mental health services
• Specialized hearing aids
• Traditional healing services
• Services for children in care
• Assessments and screenings
• Transportation to appointments
• Medical supplies and equipment
• Long-term care for children with specialized needs
• Therapeutic services for individuals or groups (speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy)

Social:

• Personal support worker
• Social worker
• Specialized summer camps
• Respite care (individual or group)
• Specialized programs based on cultural beliefs and practices

Education:

• School supplies
• Tutoring services
• Specialized school transportation
• Teaching assistance
• Psycho-education assessments
• Assistive technologies