Accessibility Tools

The Dauphin Friendship Centre knows that some people don't have access to the internet or printing services.

While they know that's the case, they certainly aren't sitting around and instead, they're helping anyone who needs those services.

They've set up two computers that can be used from outside of the building. Both computers are available to anyone and can be used 24/7, free of charge.

You can also use their printer free of charge; however, that's only during business hours. 

"We found this to be very effective. We know people need to register for things and stuff like that," said Jeremy Smith. "We also know some people are having trouble staying in touch with their families, so we wanted to change that. If someone wants to use the computers to get in touch with their families, we welcome them to do so."

On the first night that this service was available, the computers were being used at midnight.

Elsewhere around the Dauphin Friendship Centre, it's business as usual with some precautions in place. They have set up plexiglass which will keep clients and staff a safe distance away from each other. 

The DFC is also developing programs currently that will be offered online through social media such as Facebook and Skype. 

"We're also in contact with service providers in Dauphin to see what kind of services we need to help our clients through this crisis."