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Wauzhushk Onigum Nation - Wauzhushk Onigum Medical Building - National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program

National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program

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Golf Course Rd
Wauzhushk Onigum/Rat Portage First Nation
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807-548-6340
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Fax: 807-548-5035
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Mon-Fri 9 am-4 pm
Last updated: Nov 26, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

Transportation requests should be made at least 1 day prior to event

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Wauzhushk Onigum Nation struggling with/affected by addictions issues

Fees

None

Contacts

Linda Copenace - Health Director
linda.copenace@yahoo.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Ojibway, available upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Provides services and support for individuals and families struggling with addiction issues
  • Offers Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings when required
  • Provides transportation to all meetings and workshops upon request
Prevention
  • Provides public seminars/meetings to raise community awareness of problematic alcohol, drug use and gambling
  • Holds educational sessions in schools
  • Coordinates cultural and spiritual events
Intervention
  • Facilitates recreational activities and social events
  • Provides individual and group discussions
  • Offers cultural and spiritual gatherings
Aftercare Services

Provides the following services aimed at preventing problematic alcohol and drug use problems from reoccurring:
  • Counselling, sharing circles and support groups
  • Regular phone calls and home visits
  • Referrals to band services, social services, detoxification and treatment centres and medical assistance
Last updated: Nov 26, 2024: Suggest an edit
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