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Program:
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National Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Program
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Address:
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c/o c/o Nursing Station
PO Box 323 c/o Nursing Station
Pikangikum, ON
P0V 2L0
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Street Address:
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Pikangikum Nursing Station Main St
Pikangikum First Nation
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Location:
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- Functions as the Nursing Station for the Pikangikum First Nation
- Located along Main St across from the Community Hall
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Hours:
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Mon-Thu 9 am-5 pm, Fri 9 am-4 pm
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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 Pikangikum First Nation- Tribal Council: Independent First Nations Alliance (IFNA)
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Territorial Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)Treaty #5
Provides services and support for individuals and families struggling with addiction issues- Offers Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) meetings when required
- Provides transportation to all meetings and workshops upon request
Prevention Services- Provides public seminars/meetings to raise community awareness of problematic alcohol, drug use and gambling
- Holds educational sessions in schools
- Coordinates cultural and spiritual events
Intervention Services- Facilitates recreational activities and social events
- Provides individual and group discussions
- Offers cultural and spiritual gatherings
Aftercare Services
Provides the following services aimed at preventing problematic alcohol and drug use problems from reoccurring:- Counselling, sharing circles and support groups
- Regular phone calls and home visits
- Referrals to band services, social services, detoxification and treatment centres and medical assistance
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Application:
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Transportation requests should be made at least 1 day prior to event
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Members of Pikangikum First Nation struggling with/affected by addictions issues
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Languages:
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English * Ojibwe
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Language Notes:
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Ojibway, available upon request
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Area Served:
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Pikangikum First Nation
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