Social & Family Services
Morden is fortunate to have many social sevice organizations in the area. The following is a list of organizations that can help. There is a short description of each. Links to websites have been provided to many of the organizations. Note: These links will take you out of the Morden website.| Addictions Foundation of Manitoba The Additions Foundation of Manitoba is responsible for providing intervention, rehabilitation prevention, public information and education services for Manitoba citizens relating to addictions. The office is located at 108B - 8th Street, Morden, MB, R6M 1Y7 Phone: 822-1296 |
| Alzheimer Society of Manitoba This group provides education, resources, and support for families and care-givers of persons diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. South Central Region Co-ordinator - Marge Warkentin 204 Main Street, Box 119, Winkler, MB, R6W 4A4 Email: alzsc@alzheimer.mb.ca Phone: 325-5634 |
| Churches |
| Creating A Future - A Youth Employment Initiative This is an employability service for people between the ages of 15 and 30. They help clients build a resume and develop skills such as decision making, job search and job maintenance. The office is located at: The Log Cabin, 10 Thornhill Street, Morden, MB, R6M 1C5 Phone: 1-204-823-1315 Fax:204- 822-1166 |
| Eden Health Care Services Eden Health Care Services is a response to the mental health needs of the communities of Southern Manitoba. The organization works in partnership with the Regional Health Authority - Central Manitoba and the Mennonite Churches of Manitoba. The full range of mental health recovery services includes acute psychiatric care, professional counselling, supported housing and employment services. Box 129, 309 Main St. Winkler, Manitoba R6W 4A4 Contact: James Friesen |
| Employment Support Program (ESP) - Seque Career Options ESP works with people who are physically and/or mentally disadvantaged. They have to be out of school but there is no age limit. ESP works with the client and the business sector to find the right job for each individual. Contact: Keith Doerksen Email 309 Main Street, Winkler, Manitoba, R6W 4A6 Phone: 325-8988 |
| Family Services & Community Services (Government Office) This department covers Income Security/Welfare, Child Day Care, Adult Services, Children's Special Services (Disabilities) 63 Stephen Street, Morden, MB Phone: 822-2870 or 822-2861 |
| Genesis House - Family Violence Crisis Line The South Central Committee on Family Violence Inc. operates Genesis House, which is a 24 hour shelter for abused women and their children. They offer help to victims of family violence, crisis and on-going counselling, child counselor and follow-up worker, secnd-stage house, advocacy, support groups for women and children, elder abuse, training, education, and presentations, promoting community awareness, resource centre. Box 389, Winkler, MB, R6W 4A6 Admin Line: 325-9957 Fax Line: 325-5889 Crisis Line: 325-9800 OR 1-877-977-0007 |
| Growing with Mom The Growing with Mom program is for women who are pregnant and/or have a baby under 1 year of age. Get together with other moms in a supportive environment and learn about healthy pregnancies, nutrition, parenting and other issues important to you! We provide free childcare, prepare a healthy meal or snack together and offer childcare for your older children. 210- 30 Stephen Street, Morden, MB, R6M 2G3 Contact - Marlow Miller Phone: 822-7321 Fax: 822-7322 |
| Health Care Services |
| Morden Community Handi-Van The Handi-Van offers transportation for seniors and people with mobility disadvantages for a subsidized fee. 230 - 9th Street South, Morden, MB, R6M 1Y3 Phone: 822-5047 |
| Morden Community Thrift Shop Visit the Morden Thrift Shop for a nice selection of gently used clothing, housewares, and toys at good prices. The Thrift Shop is a generous supporter of community services that benefit all of our residents. 484 Stephen St., Morden, MB Phone: 822-3435 |
| Morden Friendship Centre There is always something fun and informative happening at the Morden Friendship Centre. 306 North Railway St., Morden, MB Email: Pat Plett Phone: 822-3555 Website: www.mordenseniors.ca |
| Morden Parent & Child Resource Centre Helping families to grow strong and healthy. 200-30 Stephen Street, Morden, R6M 2G3 Email:Ashley Riazanov Phone: 822-1231 |
| Morden Town Services |
| Pembina Councelling Centre Pembina Counselling Centre is a professional counselling service administered by a community based board. Clients are welcomed for help with dealing with the issues of life. Appointments for sessions are accepted from anyone seeking counselling services. Fees for service are reasonable and adjusted to individual income levels. No one is tuned away because of their inability to pay. 103 - 400 Stephen Street, Morden, MB, 1W3 Phone: 822-6622 |
| Pembina Valley Pregnancy Care Centre This group offers support to anyone impacted by pregnancy. All services are free, confidential and include pregnancy tests, counselling, ongoing support and information on pregnancy, sexuality, parenting, adoption and abortion. We do not perform or refer for abortion services. 110 - 30 Stephen Street, Morden, MB, 1T3 Phone: 822-9591 |
| SCCR (South Central Cancer Resource) SCCR provides support to cancer patients who live in the service area. It is registered non-profit charitable organization administered by an elected Board of Directors. A Resource Coordinator and Volunteers staff the office in Morden. The organization is funded entirely by the communities that it serves, in the form of grants, memoriam and donations. 160 Stephen Street, Morden, MB, R6M 1T3 Email: sccr@mts.net Phone: 822-9541 |
| Services For Seniors 306 North Railway St., Morden, MB, R6M 1S7 (Hours 8 am to 4 pm - Mon to Frid) Contact: Karen Dyck or Verna Klassen Email: servicesforseniors@mts.net Phone: 822-5663 Website: www.mordenseniors.ca |
| South Central ASD Family Support Group We are bringing support and awareness about autism and the autism spectrum to the Pembina Valley and surrounding areas.Our goals include information sharing, education and proactively supporting each other. We welcome ALL family, friends and support workers who are touched by the Autism Spectrum Disorder. Email: southcentralasd@yahoo.ca Website: http://southcentralasd.blogspot.com/ Contact Name:Dianne @ 822-4587 & Celeste @ 331-3357 |
| South Central Regional Library There is an excellent collection of resources at the local library. Library cards are free to Town of MOrden residents. 514 Stephen St., Morden, MB. Phone: 822-4092 |
| SMD (Society for Manitobans with Disabilities) - Central Regional Office SMD is a family of organizations that are working together to improve the lives of persons with disabilities in Manitoba. Adult services provide vocational supports to persons with physical disabilities with the goal of attaining gainful employment. Children's services use a family-centered approach. They work in consultation with schools, daycares and other support services to develop a plan that will make a difference in every aspect of a child's life. 100 - 30 Stephen Street, Morden, MB, R6M 2G3 Toll Free: 1-800-269-5451 Telephone: 204-822-7412 Adult Vocational Rehabilitation Counsellor - Sandy Mitchell - 822-7410 Email Children's Rehabilitation Counsellor - Jeannie Nickel - 822-7411 Email Email |
| SPECIAL OLYMPICS - Morden Bravehearts The Special Olympics program for people with disabilities in Morden offers its athletes a great variety of sports and games. 173 - 9th Street, Morden, MB, R6M 1E5 Contact: Heidi Thiessen Phone: 822-5766 |
WELCOME WAGON - Morden Branch Got a New Neighbour or know someone moving to Morden?Having a Baby or know someone who is? Planning a Wedding or know someone who is? Contact: Baby Program - Mary 362-8919 Email Community Welcom - Mary 362-8919 Email |