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Address:
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PO Box 398
Atikokan, ON
P0T 1C0
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Map
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Location:
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- Located on the corner of Zuke Rd and MacKenzie Ave E
- Located across from the Atikokan Hydro yard
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Service Description:
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The Atikokan Family Health Team includes: Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, Dietitian, Mental Health Worker, Pharmacist and Administration allow physicians and other allied health providers to work as a team to focus on keeping patients healthyThe vision calls for physicians, nurse practitioners and other members of the team to practice together in a positive working environment, sharing and benefiting from the complementary knowledge and skills of their colleagues
Provides mental health services and support- Offers individual assessment and treatment planning
- Provides supportive mental health counselling to community at large
- Offers mental health support to all programs of the Family Health Team
- Conducts home visits for individuals who have trouble leaving their home
- Will accompany clients to appointments if requested
- Provides referrals to local and out of town community service providers
- Provides individual and public education and information sessions
Also provides:- Advocacy on various committees and boards for increased mental health programs
- Individual bereavement and grief counselling
- Coordination of a mindfulness group to teach patients better stress management
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Application:
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- Requires booked appointment
- Must have Physician referral
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Individuals 13 years of age and older experiencing mental health issues; do not require a formal diagnosis
- Will provide referrals to required agencies for children younger than 13 years of age
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