Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, Home and Community Care Program, Neyaashiinigmiing

Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation

Service: Home and Community Care Program, Neyaashiinigmiing - 247 Prairie Rd

Record #: BRU0172

Last Modified: 14 Mar 2023

Last Full Update: 04 May 2022

Description

Description (Service)

COVID-19 Response
Due to concerns regarding COVID-19, services can be canceled at a moments notice, please call for confirmation.

Regular Service
Homecare Services include:

Supports for older adults and adults with disabilities to help people remain independent in their own homes for as long as possible
Culturally appropriate services
Needs assessments conducted by community nurses
Lighthouse keeping and meal preparation
Personal Care
Loan cupboard provides community members with short term loan of homecare equipment and supplies as needed, call for details
Personal alarm system (Lifeline)

Community support services include:

Congregate dining and hot meal lunch program offered at various times each month, contact for dates
escorted transportation for grocery shopping offered twice monthly
caregiver support, information, education and training provided in group or individual sessions

Service Details

Hours	Nurses available: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm Telephone and in-person reception services: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-12 noon and 1 pm-4:30 pm
Areas Served	Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation
Eligibility	Most programs available to all Chippewas of Nawash band members. Loan cupboard is for Chippewas of Nawash community members.
Application	Call or email to request an initial assessment appointment or for information.
Languages	English
Fees	None - services are free but fee applies for personal alarm system.

Address and Location

Address & Map	Health Centre 247 Prairie Rd Neyaashiinigmiing, ON Canada N0H 2T0
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	519-534-5683
E-Mail	hccsupervisor@gbtel.ca
Website	https://www.nawash.ca
Primary Contact	Norma Tobey, Administrator
Alternate Contact	Cynthia Porter, Health Services Manager; Phone: ext 26
Mailing Address	247 Prairie Rd Neyaashiinigmiing, ON Canada N0H 2T0