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Health Centre

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

519-534-0373

Fax: 519-534-0964



In person: Fri 1pm-4:30pm
Last Updated: Nov 23, 2022: 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
519-534-0373 ext 225 * healthmanager@nawash.ca
Contacts
SpringDawn Cook-Ackiwenzie - Community Health Nurse
519-534-0373 ext 235 * springdawnchn@nawash.ca
519-534-0373 ext 235 * springdawnchn@nawash.ca
Languages
English ; Ojibwa
Area Served
Bruce County and area
Accessibility

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
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
- National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program Addictions prevention, intervention and aftercare services and referral to residential treatment programs
- Non-Insured Health Benefits/Medical Transportation Coordinates appeals and exemptions to health benefits * coordinates transportation to medical appointments for on-reserve band members only
- 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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Last Updated: Nov 23, 2022: Suggest an edit
