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Program:
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Dryden Native Friendship Centre - Diabetes Education Program
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Phone Numbers:
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1-888-838-3632 Ext 2232
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Address:
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74 Queen St
Dryden, ON
P8N 1A4
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Location:
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Located on the corner of Queen St and Van Horne Ave
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Accessibility:
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Partially Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Partially Accessible - Parking -- No designated spaces available; Entrance -- Accessible with automatic push button; Washroom -- Accessible with grab bar
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Diabetes Educator and Nurse
1-888-838-3632 Ext 2232 * nurse@dnfconline.org
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Service Description:
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Supports for people living with prediabetes or diabetes- Offers education, prevention and self-management support to fit an individual's lifestyle
- Provides access to a registered nurse and registered dietitian
- Provides referrals to other health care professionals
Programs and services include:- Blood sugar monitoring
- Client support groups
- Community screening
- Foot care workshops/clinics
- Health fairs
- Presentations to the public and to health care providers
- School programs and visits
Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN)- Provides access to specialized medical care using video conferencing and other tele-diagnostic equipment
- Allows specialists to remotely examine and prescribe treatments to patients in their home communities
- Reduces the need to travel to receive medical care
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Self referrals accepted
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Urban Indigenous individuals 18 years of age and older with pre-diabetes, Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
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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, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
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Last Updated:
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12/9/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=152371
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