MCLEOD LAKE INDIAN BAND SPECIAL POINTS OF INTEREST: Staff : Natasha Dumont, Public Health Nurse comes in 2x per month Shelley Barwise Home Care Nurse will be in community once per month Tracey Baldwin, Home Support Worker Linda Jones, Mental Health Clinician Linda Innes, Community Health Rep
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Staff updates: Hello. My name is Natasha Dumont and I am a Registered Nurse. I offer a wide range of services. I will be at McLeod Lake Indian Band Office on the following dates.
Norm Strand, Home Support Jen Dyble, Band Social Development Worker Chris Kaip, Band Social Worker Meaghan VanSomer, Social Services & Health Manager
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Mental Health Week
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Wednesday, May 1st Monday, May 13th Wednesday, June 5th Monday, June 17th I am your health resource, so please come in and ask questions. I would love to meet you! I am also available by phone: Monday- Friday 8:30-4:30 (excluding statutory holidays) at 250-997-8514 or by email at natasha.dumont@northernhealth.ca My name is Nicole Peterson and I am employed by the Prince George Na-
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Natasha Dumont, Public Health Nurse
tive Friendship Centre as a part time Youth Support Worker for McLeod Lake. I am grateful that the MLIB staff and the community members have been so friendly and helpful, and have made me feel very welcome in my new position. I am excited that I have the opportunity to work alongside the other youth workers to develop and implement a successful and meaningful youth program in McLeod Lake. If you have any concerns you can reach me at 250-9971471. Hello. My name is Linda Innes and I am no stranger to McLeod Lake Indian Band. I had previously worked as your CHR in 2003-2004. It is great to be back to see the progress and development in your community. I look forward to working with you as your CHR in achieving better health outcomes for your self and community.
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Mental Health Week May 1-12th, 2013 Being aware of your Mental Health is important because it affects every single aspect of your daily life and ability to function. Without awareness, it’s difficult to pinpoint why you are so stressed or having problems coping.
When was the last time you stopped to appreciate yourself? Are you willing to let yourself know that you appreciate
Maintaining your mental health is a lot like staying physically fit; it requires a little effort every day but the rewards are great! Mostly it’s about finding balance in you life. Everyone has to face stress and demands, but we all need and deserve a break sometime.
Having positive mental health means you are able to:
Enjoy life. You live in the moment, learn from the past and plan for the future.
Be resilient. You are optimistic and bounce back from challenges. You keep your perspective when dealing with serious events in your life.
Strive for balance in your life. You know when your balance is off and make changes to restore it.
Work to achieve your potential. You recognize and develop your strengths and interests.
Be flexible. You’re able to feel and express a range of emotions, and to change your expectations and approaches to solve problems.
MENTAL HEALTH TIPS What you can do for your mental health:
yourself today? Self appreciation is like a balm of
Practice positive “SELF TALK”
healing for the heart– no matter what ails you!” (Iyanla Vanzant)
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Look for the positive, learn to cope with negative thoughts before they take over your mind Confront your fears Be in the present Collect positive emotional moments Get a good nights rest Ask for help when you need it Build your support system for positive mental health Build good relationship at work Build good neighborly relations Join community events
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Feel free to contact your Health and Social Services department for continued support.
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Are you living with Hypertension or High Blood Pressure? Northern Health has Learn how scheduled for to manage group visits your blood for hypertenpressure sion or high blood pressure. Group medical visits are 90 minutes with your practitioner or in a group setting and health weekly in the GROUP ROOM in the Public Health Area at
McKenzie. Dates: May 2nd: Dr. Penman May 9th: Dr. MacKenzie May 16, Dr. Kabonog May 30th: Dr. Penman Call 250-997-4342 to book your spot today! For more information contact Tracey Baldwin at 250-750-4415. MOTHER’S DAY Wishing all Moms,
Water System In cooperation with the MLIB Public Works Water System; George MacDonald and Environmental Health, there will be a public meeting held at McLeod Lake Band Hall concerning the chlorination of the water system.
and Grandma’s a very blessed Mother’s Day.
The meeting date is set for the month of May 2013. A definite date is yet to be confirmed by the Environmental Health Officer. Environment Health Officers will be providing an education session on the
chlorination awareness and aspects of chlorination use in MLIB water system. George MacDonald will update and inform the community as soon as we have a confirmed date for this very important information session.
INFANT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM: DRUM MAKING Nicole Thomas will be hosting a drum making session at MLIB Hall at 4:00 PM. Schedule:
Community Kitchen : Wednesdays May 15th & 29th , from 5pm -7pm (Health Kitchen)
Breakfast Program : Monday and Wednesday from 3:45pm-4pm
Craft Nights : Wednesdays May 8th & 22nd , from 5pm-7pm (Youth Room)
Nicole Thomas Infant & Family Development Worker McLeod Lake Indian Band McLeod Lake, B.C. V0J 2G0 Phone: (250)7504415 Ext. 850 Fax: (250)750-4420 Email: nthomas@mlib.ca
"The Life Of A Person Is A Circle From Childhood To Childhood. Within Each Child Lies Our Future And Our Past. - Anonymous"
Staff Listing for McLeod Lake Indian Band Health and Social Services Meaghan VanSomer, Health and Social Services Manager Chris Kaip, Band Social Worker, Monday to Friday Jen Dyble, Band Social Development Worker, Monday to Friday Nicole Peterson, Youth Support Worker, Nicole Thomas, Infant Development Worker, Monday to Friday Tracey Baldwin, Personal Care Aide/Home Care Worker, Wednesday to Friday Norm Strand, Home Support Worker, Monday & Tuesday Linda Innes, Community Health Representative, Monday to Friday 250-750-4415
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) Community Hearing-
Prince George, British Columbia May 13th & 14th, 2013 7:30 am (Registration) to 5 pm Location: PG Civic Centre 808 Civic Plaza This Hearing will provide an opportunity for Residential School Survivors and anyone affected by the residential schools legacy to share with the Commission and Canada the unique experiences of children who attended Residential School. This is also an opportunity for all Canadians, both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal, to learn more about and bear witness to the legacy of the Residential School system. Private Statement Gathering will also be available. Health Support Workers are available on site. If you are interested in attending the Truth and Reconciliation Hearing, please contact : LINDA Innes, CHR