Health Centre

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Chippewas of Nawash Health Centre
135 Lakeshore Blvd
Neyaashiinigmiing, ON
N0H 2T0
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519-534-0373
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Fax: 519-534-0964
iconPath By phone: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
In person: Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Last Updated: Dec 4, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

Call or visit * appointments required for some programs

Eligibility / Target Population

Community Members of the Nawash First Nation

Fees

Free

Executives

Cynthia Porter - Health Manager
519-534-0373 ext 225 * healthmanager@nawash.ca

Contacts

SpringDawn Cook-Ackiwenzie - Community Health Nurse
519-534-0373 ext 235 * springdawnchn@nawash.ca

Languages

English ; Ojibwa

Area Served

Bruce County and area

Accessibility

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Description of Services

Health centre providing family medical care and community-based health programs * team of nurses and other allied health care providers

Culturally appropriate programs and services for Aboriginals, combining traditional health and Western medical practices * aims to improve the social supports and conditions that affect long-term health

Community Health Nurse - Provides public health programs, including health education, vaccination and disease prevention services

Community Health Representative - Coordinates health services including blood pressure and blood sugar screening, foot care, workshops on healthy lifestyles, diabetes, smoking cessation and healthy choices for youth

Visiting Health Professionals - Visits made by dentist, doctor, psychologist, elders, healers and foot care specialist on a regular basis
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  • Community Support Services Meal services and activities for seniors
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  • Environmental Program Monitors and coordinates the West Nile Virus program and water testing * manages other environmental health related issues on reserve only
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  • Falls Prevention and Group Exercise Classes for Seniors In-home exercise and falls prevention instruction for older adults and people with mobility issues * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls
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  • Home and Community Care Holistic services for Chippewas of Nawash Band Members living in the community who have a physical, emotional, mental or social need for assistance * helps people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible * needs assessments and case management conducted by community nurse
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  • Medical Transportation Transportation to medical appointments for on-reserve band members only * book at least 48 hours in advance for local trips * book at least 20 business days in advance with referral documents and confirmation letter or card from specialist for long-distance trips
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  • National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program Addictions prevention, intervention and aftercare services and referral to residential treatment programs
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  • Youth Mental Health Prevention Program Provides mental health prevention activities in community and school for children and youth living on reserve

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