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Program:
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Gizhewaadiziwin Health Access Centre - Diabetes Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-274-3131
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Fax:
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833-479-0721
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Address:
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Box 686
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 3M9
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Street
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1460 Idylwild Dr
Fort Frances
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Location:
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- Located at Idylwild Dr one block S of Hwy 11
- Closest intersection is at Idylwild Dr and School Rd
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Thu 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Fri 8:30 am-4 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Elin Czayka - Registered Dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator
eczayka@gizhac.com
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Service Description:
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Promotes independence and self-management for individuals with diabetes through a new incentive program called "Discovering Diabetes"Focuses on early preventionProvides lunch and learn information sessions on topics including:
- Exercise and diabetes
- Gestational diabetes
- Lab and medication review
- Wellness strategies
Also offers:
- Mobile eye van referrals
- Nutritional guidance
- Referrals to foot care
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Requires booked appointment
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Indigenous people living in the Rainy River District both on/off-reserve
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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3/24/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141938
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