Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre
Site: Windsor - Tecumseh Rd E
Service: Aboriginal Community Mental Health Worker Program
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: WIN2196 | Last Modified: 18 Nov 2019 | Last Full Update: 18 Nov 2019 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 519-253-3243 |
| Fax | 519-253-7876 |
| acmhw@caifc.ca | |
| Website | www.caifc.ca |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Lori Market, Aboriginal Community Mental Health Worker, Can-Am Indian Friendship Centre; Phone: ext 223; Email: acmhw@caifc.ca |
| Description and Service Details | |
| Description (Service) | * Aboriginal Community Mental Health Worker program * the Program provides culture based mental health services to Aboriginal people regardless of their legal definition Program services include: * intakes and assessment * supportive counseling * cultural support services * education and awareness * intervention * advocacy * referrals * All programming is LGBTQ and two-spirited welcoming * Delivery of cultural sensitivity for mainstream service providers is a key component in addressing partnerships |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 9 am-5 pm |
| Areas Served | Essex County ; Windsor |
| Eligibility | Ages: 16 year(s) and up People of Aboriginal Descent |
| Application | Appointments for Intake Process are Required |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None |
| Agency Information | |
| Description (Agency) | * strives to improve the quality of life of the Windsor Aboriginal Community through the provision of culturally-appropriate programs * services in the areas of health, education, counselling and services in accordance with traditional, spiritual and contemporary teachings * promote Aboriginal unity and cultural identity through social events which respect and honour all the diverse beliefs of our people * ease the transition of Aboriginal people from living On-reserve to an urban lifestyle |
| Established | 1981 |
| Primary Executive | Matthew Nahdee, Executive Director, Can Am Indian Friendship Centre |
| Funding | Provincial - Ministry of Health and Long Term Care ; Provincial - OFIFC Ontario Federal of Indigenous Friendship Centres |
| Site Information | |
| Located In Community | Windsor |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Northway Ave and Totten |
| Bus Routes | Transway 1A ; Transway 1C |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible - Parking, Washroom and Entrance |
| Other Details | |
| Print Material | Website, Facebook, Pamphlets |