Program: Neskantaga First Nation - Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre - Mental Health Program
Organization: Neskantaga First Nation
Neskantaga First Nation - Band Office
Neskantaga First Nation - Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre
Phone Numbers: 807-479-2570
Fax: 807-479-2505
Website: neskantaga.com/
Address:
c/o c/o Health Centre
PO Box 104 c/o Health Centre
Lansdowne House, ON
P0T 1Z0
Street
Address
:
Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre
Neskantaga First Nation
Location:
  • Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre is located in the community of Neskantaga First Nation
  • Serves as the health clinic and social services office
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm
Public Contacts: Jennifer Sakanee - Prescription Drug Abuse Coordinator
807-479-1155 * jennifer.sakanee@neskantaga.com
Sharon Sakanee - Health and Social Services Director
807-479-2570 * sharon.sakanee@neskantaga.com
Service Description: 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 Neskantaga First Nation struggling with mental health issues
Languages: English
Language Notes: Oji-Cree, available upon request
Area Served: Northern
See Also: Counselling - Family, Couple, Individual
Health Centres and Programs for Indigenous Peoples
Mental Health Promotion
Last Updated: 6/18/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=141620

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