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Crisis Prevention
Band Office Main Rd
Wunnumin Lake First Nation
Wunnumin Lake First Nation
807-442-2559
807-442-2570
Fax: 807-442-2627
Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm, Sep-JunMon-Fri 10 am-3 pm, Jul-Aug
Emergency Service: Mon-Sun 24 hours
Last Updated: Oct 29, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
Call for assistance
Eligibility / Target Population
Members of Wunnumin Lake First Nation involved in any form of family crisis and/or violence
Fees
None
Contacts
Ruth Mekanak - Assistant Health Director
807-442-2559 Ext 1024 * ruthm@wunnumin.ca
Amos Martin - Band Manager
807-442-2559 Ext 1016 * amosm@wunnumin.ca
807-442-2559 Ext 1024 * ruthm@wunnumin.ca
Amos Martin - Band Manager
807-442-2559 Ext 1016 * amosm@wunnumin.ca
Languages
English
Language Notes
Oji-Cree, available upon request
Accessibility
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
Provides crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence and suicide
Supports can include but are not limited to:
- Coordinates emergency response plans through the area Resource Team as part of Shibogama Tribal Council
- Offers immediate on site or telephone assistance
- Dispatches call to police when deemed necessary
- Ensures victims receive support and assistance to secure their safety
- Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutions
- Crisis plan to follow in response to suicide intervention, domestic violence intervention and any other form of crisis situations that may arise in community
- Information sessions and workshops on techniques for healing strategies
Supports can include but are not limited to:
- Debriefing and stabilization following crisis situation
- Advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies
- Meal preparation, transportation, homemaking and other areas requiring support for families in crisis situations such as the suicide of a youth
- Information about/referrals to appropriate resources and services
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Last Updated: Oct 29, 2025: Suggest an edit
