Deer Lake First Nation - Deer Lake Health Centre

Call for assistance

Members of Deer Lake First Nation involved in any form of family crisis and/or violence

None

Leslie Beardy - Health Director
807-775-2226

English

Cree, Oji-Cree; available upon request

Accessible en fauteuil roulant

Provides crisis intervention services to community in crisis situations and to individuals affected by family violence and suicide

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

Also coordinates:

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

Crisis Intervention