Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek - Rocky Bay First Nation Medical Centre

Application

Program registration required

Eligibility / Target Population

Members of Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (Rocky Bay First Nation) living with diabetes or at-risk

Fees

None

Contacts

Josephine Lynch - Receptionist
807-885-3205 Ext 2001 * jlynch@rockybayfn.ca
Lorraine Cook - Acting Health Director
lcook@rockybayfn.ca

Languages

English

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides education and services for the prevention, management and treatment of diabetes

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

Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative