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Program: Crisis Intervention  
Organization: Wapekeka First Nation
Band Office
Nursing Station
Phone Numbers: 807-537-2320
Crisis: 807-537-2585
Fax: 807-537-2527
Email: health@wapekeka.ca
Website: www.wapekeka.ca
Address:
c/o c/o Nursing Station
PO Box 1 c/o Nursing Station
Wapekeka, ON
P0V 1B0
Street Address:
Nursing Station
Wapekeka First Nation
 
Location:
  • Functions as the nursing station for the community of Wapekeka First Nation
  • Officially named the Judas & Emily Winter Memorial Clinic
Accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible    Not Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm


Crisis Intervention: Mon-Sun 24 hours
Public Contacts: Beatrice Anderson - Health Director
807-537-2475 * beatricea@wapekeka.ca
Service Description: Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Wapakeka First Nation
  • Tribal Council: Shibogama First Nations Council
  • Political Territorial Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)
  • Treaty #9


Provides crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence and suicide
  • Coordinates emergency response plans through the area Resource Team as part of Shibogama Tribal Council
  • Offers immediate on site or telephone assistance
  • Dispatches call to police when deemed necessary
  • Ensures victims receive support and assistance to secure their safety
  • Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutions
Also coordinates:
  • Crisis plan to follow in response to suicide intervention, domestic violence intervention and any other form of crisis situations that may arise in community
  • Information sessions and workshops on techniques for healing strategies
Support Services
Supports can include but are not limited to:
  • Debriefing and stabilization following crisis situation
  • Advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies
  • Meal preparation, transportation, homemaking and other areas requiring support for families in crisis situations such as the suicide of a youth
  • Information about/referrals to appropriate resources and services

Fees: None
Application: Call for assistance
Eligibility / Target Population: Members of Wapekeka First Nation involved in any form of family crisis and/or violence
Languages: English
Language Notes: Oji-Cree, available upon request
Area Served:
Wapekeka First Nation  
See Also: Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response
Mental Health Crisis Lines
Suicide

This information was last completely updated on April 3, 2025

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