McDowell Lake First Nation - Band Office - Diabetes Program

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:

Diabetes 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

Street Address:

146 Howey St Unit 202
Red Lake

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

Provides education and services for the prevention, management and treatment of diabetes

Provides case management and screening services
Provides basic foot care services
Works 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
Assists individuals in finding appropriate services
Provides referrals to other health care professionals

Fees:

None

Application:

Eligibility / Target Population:

Members of McDowell Lake First Nation living with or at-risk for diabetes

Languages:

English

Area Served:

McDowell Lake First Nation