Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation - Health Centre

Program:

Health Centre

Organization:

Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation

Phone Numbers:

519-534-0373

Fax:

519-534-0964

Website:

www.nawash.ca/health-services/

Address:

Chippewas of Nawash Health Centre
135 Lakeshore Blvd
Neyaashiinigmiing, ON
N0H 2T0

Intersection:

Prairie Rd and Community Centre Rd

Location:

North Bruce

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

By phone: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
In person: Fri 1pm-4:30pm

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

Service Description:

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

Community Support Services - Meal services and activities for seniors

Environmental Program - Monitors and coordinates the West Nile Virus program and water testing * manages other environmental health related issues on reserve only

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

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

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

National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program - Addictions prevention, intervention and aftercare services and referral to residential treatment programs

Youth Mental Health Prevention Program - Provides mental health prevention activities in community and school for children and youth living on reserve

Fees:

Free

Application:

Call or visit * appointments required for some programs

Eligibility - Population(s) Served:

Community Members of the Nawash First Nation

Languages:

English ; Ojibwa

Area(s) Served:

Bruce County and area