McDowell Lake First Nation - Band Office - Mental Health Program

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Program operates out of the Band Office in Red Lake; also offered in Thunder Bay on a consistent basis to members living in the city

Program:

Mental Health Program

Organization:

McDowell Lake First Nation
Band Office

Phone Numbers:

807-735-1381 Ext 1308

Toll-Free:

1-800-387-3740

Fax:

807-727-9494

Address:

c/o c/o McDowell Lake Band Office
PO Box 321 c/o McDowell Lake Band Office
Red Lake, ON
P0V 2M0

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Street Address:

146 Howey St Unit 202
Red Lake

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Location:

Band Office is located at Howey St in Red Lake within Keewaytinook Okimakanak headquarters
Reserve land is located approx 155 km NE of Red Lake on central W shore of McDowell Lake
Consists of 1 reserve known as MacDowell Lake In

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Public Contacts:

Caden Cockcroft - Coordinator of Health Initiatives
Cell 807-727-7048 * caden.cockcroft@mlfn.ca

Service Description:

Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the McDowell Lake First Nation

Tribal Council: Keewaytinook Okimakanak/Northern Chiefs
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 McDowell Lake First Nation struggling with mental health issues

Languages:

English

Language Notes:

Oji-Cree; available upon request

Area Served:

McDowell Lake First Nation

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