Program: Sandy Lake First Nation - Sandy Lake Health Authority - Crisis Intervention
Organization: Sandy Lake First Nation
Phone Numbers: 807-774-3461
Crisis: 807-774-1464
Fax: 807-774-1585
Website: www.sandylake.firstnation.ca
Address:
PO Box 20
Sandy Lake, ON
P0V 1V0
Street
Address
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Sandy Lake Health Authority
Sandy Lake First Nation
Location:
  • Operates as the site for the administration of health programs for the community
  • Also houses the Community Health Representative, and mental health and addictions programs
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm


On-call crisis services: Mon-Sun 24 hours
Public Contacts: Eddie Kakepetum - Crisis Coordinator
eddiekakepetum@knet.ca

Service Description: Provides crisis intervention services to individuals affected by family violence and suicide
  • 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 Sandy Lake First Nation experiencing any form of crisis
Languages: English
Language Notes: Oji-Cree, available upon request
Area Served: Northern
See Also: Mental Health Crisis Intervention - Walk-In
Last Updated: 7/26/2024
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=141821

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