Matachewan First Nation manages several health care programs for its First Nation members in the community. The First Nation works with Wabun Health Services, part of the Wabun Tribal Council to deliver these services for the community.
Community Health Representative
The Community Health Representative (CHR) for Matachewan First Nation administers a Health Services Program that enhances the well-being of community members living on the First Nation. The CHR works closely with Catherine Vinkle, Community Health Nurse (CHN) who is employed by Wabun Tribal Council to service Matachewan First Nation.
The CHR and CHN develop and offer health Prevention Activities aimed at helping community member become healthier and maintain a healthy lifestyle. The support, education and activities they provide focus on proper nutrition/healthy diets, physical activity, diabetes, smoking, human sexuality, teaching around common illnesses, awareness concerning over the counter drugs and teachings that promote mental, physical and emotional well-being.
If community members have any questions or need to get in touch with the Community Health Representative (CHR), they can contact them by:
Phone:
705-565-2230, ext. 223
Email
[email protected]
Community Wellness Worker
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| Elaine Daley Community Wellness Worker |
Elaine Daley is the Community Wellness Worker for Matachewan First Nation. She works closely with the Health Department staff to develop, create and support workshops, education and events to promote healthier and sober and drug free lifestyles.
Community members who would like to contact Elaine Daley can do so at the First Nation administration office at:
Phone:
705-565-2230 ext 228
Email:
[email protected]
Internet:
For more information on the NNADAP initiative, you can visit the Government of Canada website at:
https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1576089851792/1576089910366
or the main Health Canada website at:
www.hc-sc.gc.ca
Culture / Recreation / Family Well Being Coordinator
Carrie Ann Bouchard is the Culture/Recreation Coordinator for Matachewan First Nation. Her duties centre around working with First Nation youth, 18 years of age and under, both for on reserve and off reserve individuals, on a variety of activities and events to provide them with local support and cultural awareness. Phone: Email: |
Community Health Nurse
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| Catherine Vinkle Community Health Nurse |
Wabun Health provides a Community Health Nursing Program for each of its six member communities. Matachewan First Nation is one of these communities and hosts a Community Health Nurse (CHN) who is based in the community. Catherine Vinkle is the Community Health Nurse for Matachewan First Nation.
The Community Health Nursing Program deals with areas in health promotion, prevention, immunization, communicable disease control, health teaching, home visits, community visits, prenatal and post natal teaching, well baby clinics, school health, adult health, chronic disease and long term care.
For more information about the Community Health Nursing program or about Wabun Health visit the Wabun Tribal Council website at: