Wunnumin Lake First Nation - Wanapetum Memorial Health Centre

Application

Open to referrals from any source
Requires prior arrangements for home visits
Contact the Health Director

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Wunnumin Lake First Nation requiring assistance at home due to illness, injury or age

Fees

None

Contacts

Ruth Mekanak - Assistant Health Director
807-442-2573 Ext 217 * ruthm@wunnumin.ca
Rachel Mamakwa - Health Director
807-442-2573 Ext 218 * rachelm@wunnumin.ca

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, Personal 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
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