Homes with a Heart

The Ontario Finnish Resthome Association is a mosaic of diverse cultures. We are a retirement community offering safe and affordable homes to all seniors in the District of Algoma.

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The Ontario Finnish Resthome Association (OFRA)

OFRA is a non-profit charitable organization founded in September 1971. 
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  • We excel in multi-level care designed to meet the needs of seniors.

  • We are committed to providing affordable options for pensioned and low-income seniors, and our growing aging population.

  • We provide accommodation, care and other supportive services for the health and welfare of aged persons.

  • We create an atmosphere conducive to the social and individual dignity and well-being of the aged.

Accommodations


Physically, OFRA is a seniors’ residential community comprised of four sites.


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senior apartments in Sault Ste. Marie Algoma
independent living apartments in the Sault
assisted living facility for seniors who require some support with their daily living activities

Kotitalo

an assisted-living facility for seniors who require some support with their daily living activities
a nursing home in Sault Ste. Marie that provides 24 hour access to healthcare services

Do you need help selecting which option is right for you?

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705-945-9987

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Important Contacts

  • Chief Executive Officer

    Paul Belair


  • Executive Director of Care

    Helina McGrath

  • Manager, Dietary Services

    Kimberly Shellhorn

  • Manager, Facilities

    Jeremy Wilhelm 

  • Manager, Finance

    Lisa Krug


  • Manager, Human Resources

    Mikaela McDermid

  • Manager, Kotitalo Assisted Living

    Jennifer Michelanko

  • Manager, Program Support Services

    Heidi Slotegraaf

  • Fund Development Coordinator

    Mariss Daluz


    mdaluz@theofra.org

    (705) 945-9987, Ext. 257


  • Purchasing & Marketing Agent

    Heidi Schell

  • Kotitalo Assisted Living

    Kotitalo Front Desk

    • (705) 945-9987, Ext. 210

  • Mauno Kaihla Koti Nursing Home

    RN Supervisor 

    • (705) 945-5262, Ext. 218

OFRA Board of Directors

  • Current Members

     Shirley Mäntylä | Chair

    Leena Taivainen | 1st Vice Chair

    Harry Koskenoja | 2nd Vice Chair

    Anita Pucci | Treasurer

    Alannah Tomberg | Secretary


    Irene Brownlee | Board Member 

    Anita Esson  | Board Member

    Lorri Kennis | Board Member

    Sarah Marttinen | Board Member

    Mirjami Niemi | Board Member

    Kara Paat | Board Member



    Sinikka Dawson | Board Member, Ladies Auxiliary

    Emma Paat | Board Member, Foundation Chair

  • Ex-Officio Members

    Paul Belair | Chief Executive Officer

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Testimonials

Lianne Lavergne
RAI & Clinical Resource Coordinator
I have been an employee at the Ontario Finnish Resthome’s Mauno Kaihla Koti site for 22 years.  I can honestly say that I wouldn’t want to work anywhere else. 
In my years here I have had the privilege of looking after many wonderful residents and working alongside some of the most caring individuals.  Our focus is on quality care for quality of life, with our residents at the center of all we do. 
No matter what department, the staff here take the time to engage our residents and make them feel wanted and truly cared for.  There isn’t a day that goes by that you don’t hear laughter, see smiles or people sharing hugs or hands being held. 
OFRA feels like a very big family and it is an honor to be a part of it all.