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Program:
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Aboriginal Diabetes Initiative
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Address:
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10 Pow Wow Dr Business Centre, Unit C
Thunder Bay Unorganized
P0T 3C0
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Location:
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- Located at Pow Wow Rd in the community of Pays Plat First Nation
- Situated at the Business Centre
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Service Description:
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Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Pays Plat First Nation- Tribal Council: Unaffiliated
- Political Territorial Organization: Union of
Ontario Indians (UOI)Robinson-Superior Treaty
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
Coordinates activities that can include:- Community Kitchen
- Information sessions
- Nutrition Bingo
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Application:
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Program registration required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Members of Pays Plat First Nation living with diabetes or at-risk
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Area Served:
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Pays Plat First Nation
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