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Northern Son –
Safe at Home Program (Sault Ste. Marie Seniors)
Helpin Sault Ste. Marie Seniors
live Safe at Home
The Northern Son – Safe at Home Program is an ongoing community initiative providing free senior home safety assessments and basic safety modifications for seniors in Sault Ste. Marie and surrounding area who may not otherwise be able to afford them.
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This is not a promotion.
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This is not a sales campaign.
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There is no obligation and no expectation or
mention of future work.
It’s simply Northern Son recognizing a need and offering trade expertise with one goal: contribute to the community by helping seniors stay safe and independent at home.
What Does This Program Cover?
Labour & Materials (Clear Transparency)
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Northern Son donates labour for approved projects.
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Materials may be donated by local businesses and suppliers.
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If materials are not donated, the homeowner may be asked to cover material cost only (no markup).
There is no upselling, no pressure, and no expectation of future work.
What This Program Does Not Cover
To keep this sustainable and fair, the Safe at Home Program does not include:
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Full renovations or remodels
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Major structural work
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Cosmetic upgrades
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Large multi-day renovation projects
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If someone needs bigger work beyond the program’s scope, we can still provide guidance and options—but the program itself stays focused on safety essentials.
Who It’s For (Eligibility)
This program is intended for seniors
who truly need a hand
To qualify, applicants must generally be:
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65+
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Living in Sault Ste. Marie or surrounding area
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On a fixed or limited income
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Unable to reasonably afford basic safety upgrades
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Homeowner, or have landlord permission for modifications
Priority may be given to:
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Seniors living alone
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Seniors with mobility challenges
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Veterans
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Referrals from healthcare workers or community organizations
What the Program Includes:
We provide a short, practical in-home walkthrough to identify common fall risks and safety issues, and—when approved and within capacity—Northern Son donates labour to complete basic safety improvements, which may include:
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Bathroom grab bar installation
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Lever-style faucet handles instead of knobs
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D-shaped cabinet pulls
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Pull-out shelving (where appropriate)
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Guard rails/handrails on both sides of stairways
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Improved exterior lighting for safer entry/exit
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Furniture repositioning to create safer walkways
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Minor accessibility adjustments that reduce fall risk
These changes can make a major difference in day-to-day safety.
Monthly Capacity
This is an ongoing program, but it is limited by time and available donated materials.
We complete a small number of homes each month to ensure quality, safety, and sustainability.
Partners & Material Donations
We welcome partnerships with local:
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Building supply stores
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Hardware stores
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Plumbing and electrical suppliers
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Community businesses
If you’re willing to donate materials (grab bars, hardware, lighting, handrail materials, etc.), your support will go directly to seniors who need these safety improvements.
To partner with the program, contact us below.
I want to become a partner and
donate materials to Northern Son
Safe at Home Program
In this webinar we will cover
Serving the Sault
and Algoma District
