Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation - Band Office - Home and Community Care Program

Application

Open to referrals from any source
Intake assessment required to determine needs
Requires prior arrangements for home visits
Contact the Home Care Manager to register for program

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation requiring assistance at home due to illness, injury or age

Fees

None

Contacts

Health Manager
807-548-5876 Ext 255

Languages

English

Accessibility

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides health care services for ill, injured or elderly community members in their own homes
Provides the following services through a case manager/nurse, home support workers and homemakers:

Assessment to determine individuals health history and develop a personalized care plan
Case management to ensure that care plans are being carried out and that the plan developed is still suitable
Home care nursing duties
Access to medical supplies and equipment
Personal care help with activities such as dressing and bathing
Basic or advanced practice foot care
Teaching the individual in need to care for themselves
Home support with light housekeeping, laundry and meal preparation
Respite for family members and caregivers
Help with light outdoor/yardwork