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PHARA Client Stories: Jeff

Jeff, 74, lives independently in his own apartment in North Bay. Jeff was managing his medical challenges well on his own, until he needed knee replacement surgery. It was after his knee replacement that Jeff started accessing PHARA’s Outreach program.

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Andrew Tompsett
PHARA Announces New Name: PHARA Community Services

For 50 years, the Physically Handicapped Adults’ Rehabilitation Association (PHARA) has been providing services that promote independence, health and housing services in North Bay and surrounding area. In celebration of their 51st year the organization is now formally known as PHARA Community Services.

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Andrew Tompsett
Thank a Frontline Worker this Community Support Month

October is Community Support Month and PHARA, a local non-profit housing and independent living organization, is reminding people that this is a time to shine a spotlight on the vital role that frontline workers and volunteers play in maintaining the well-being of some of the most vulnerable members of society, including seniors.

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PHARA Named a Best Workplace in Canada

PHARA is pleased to announce that they have been recognized on the Great Place to Work® 2024 list of Canada’s Best Workplaces in Government & Social Services. This award is determined by employee responses and input on the Trust Index Survey through Great Place to Work® methodology.

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PHARA Client Stories: Craig

Craig, who has a physical disability, was 22 years old, and living with his mother and grandmother. He relied on his mother to provide the majority of his care…

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PHARA Receives Great Place to Work ® Certification

As the Physically Handicapped Adults’ Rehabilitation Association (PHARA) celebrates their 50th year serving North Bay and surrounding communities, they are excited to announce that the organization has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® Certification.

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PHARA Open House Event

Join PHARA for our Open House. Tour our facility, tour an accessible apartment, our exercise room used for rehabilitation services, our Assistive Devices Program or apply for employment. PHARA is a proud member of our community for 50 years.

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