Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative

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Upper Core
Asubpeeschoseewagong Netum Anishinabek First Nation
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807-925-2850
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Toll-Free: 1-800-790-8887
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Fax: 807-925-2182
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Mon-Thu 8:30 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm * Fri 8:30 am-12 noon

Application

Appointments recommended

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Grassy Narrows First Nation living with diabetes or at-risk

Fees

None

Contacts

Wayne Hyacinthe - Health Director
wghyacinthe@gmail.com

Languages

English

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Education and services for the prevention, management and treatment of diabetes provided by Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe'iyewigamig (WYNHAC) - Diabetes Education Services
(807)467-8770, Confidential fax line (807)467-2666
Services:
  • Provides case management and screening services
  • Works to increase early detection and to reduce the number of avoidable complications that can arise from uncontrolled diabetes
  • Advises on developing and implementing an approach to care and management of diabetes
  • Promotes increased physical activity and knowledge of healthy eating
  • Provides workshops, presentations and hands-on training for cultural activities and traditions
  • Assists individuals in finding appropriate services
  • Provides referrals to other health care professionals
Last updated: Feb 24, 2025: Suggest an edit