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Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation - Esiniiwab Health Centre - Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children

Aboriginal Healthy Babies Healthy Children

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509 Beach Rd Esiniiwab Health Centre
Mishkosiminiziibiing/Big Grassy First Nation
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807-488-5457
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Toll-Free: 1-888-424-9060
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Fax: 807-488-9644
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Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm


Alternate Fridays 9 am-12 noon
Last updated: Oct 15, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

  • Program registration required

  • Requires prior arrangements for home visits

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

  • Members and residents of Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation with children younger than 6 years of age

  • Indigenous children at-risk

Fees

None

Contacts

Rachel Copenace - Early Childhood Worker
807-488-5457 Ext 1004; 807-488-9905 * healthybabies@biggrassy.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Ojibway, upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Delivers a parenting support program and promotes healthy child development
  • Provides group information and educational sessions on topics about healthy pregnancy, birth and taking care of baby at home
  • Provides information on the stages of pregnancy
  • Offers parents handbook of pregnancy and baby care (Baby's Best Chance)
Program participants are provided with:
  • Follow up via telephone within 48 hours of discharge from hospital
  • Home visits pre birth to prepare family for new arrival
  • Home visits post birth to offer support to new mothers
  • Home visits during child's early years to offer development guidance
  • Referrals to other programs and services
Community Kitchen

Teaches a cooking class to parents with a focus on healthy nutritious meals
Last updated: Oct 15, 2024: Suggest an edit
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