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Program: Mental Health Program  
Organization: Neskantaga First Nation
Band Office
Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre - Health and Social Services
Phone Numbers: 807-479-2570
Fax: 807-479-2505
Website: neskantaga.com/
Address:
c/o c/o Health Centre
PO Box 104 c/o Health Centre
Lansdowne House, ON
P0T 1Z0
Street Address:
Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre
Neskantaga First Nation
 
Location:
  • Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre is located in the community of Neskantaga First Nation
  • Serves as the health clinic and social services office
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible    Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm
Public Contacts: Jennifer Sakanee - Prescription Drug Abuse Coordinator
807-479-1155 * jennifer.sakanee@neskantaga.com
Sharon Sakanee - Health and Social Services Director
807-479-2570 * sharon.sakanee@neskantaga.com
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Neskantaga First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Matawa First Nations Management
  • Political Territorial Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)
  • Treaty #9


Promotes the development of good mental health and provides services for individuals with mental health issues
Provides information and awareness activities including but not limited to:
  • Depression
  • Family violence
  • Stress management
Services include:
  • Counselling services
  • Cultural activities and crafts
  • Recreational activities
  • Wellness activities

Fees: None
Application:
  • Open to referrals from any source

  • Appointments recommended but walk-ins accepted
Eligibility / Target Population: Members of Neskantaga First Nation struggling with mental health issues
Languages: English
Language Notes: Oji-Cree, available upon request
Area Served:
Neskantaga First Nation  
See Also: Counselling - Family, Couple, Individual
Health Centres and Programs for Indigenous Peoples
Mental Health Promotion

This information was last completely updated on June 18, 2025

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