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Program:	Mental Health Program

Organizations:	Neskantaga First Nation Neskantaga First Nation - Band Office Neskantaga First Nation - Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre - Health and Social Services

Phone Numbers:	807-479-2570

Fax:	807-479-2505


Website:	neskantaga.com/

Address:	c/o c/o Health Centre PO Box 104 c/o Health Centre Lansdowne House, ON P0T 1Z0

Street Address:	Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre Neskantaga First Nation

Location:	Rachael Bessie Sakanee Memorial Health Centre is located in the community of Neskantaga First Nation Serves as the health clinic and social services office

Accessibility:	Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:	Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm

Contacts:	Jennifer Sakanee - Prescription Drug Abuse Coordinator 807-479-1155 * jennifer.sakanee@neskantaga.com Sharon Sakanee - Health and Social Services Director 807-479-2570 * sharon.sakanee@neskantaga.com

Service Description:	Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Neskantaga First Nation Tribal Council: Matawa First Nations Management Political Territorial Organization: Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN) Treaty #9 Promotes the development of good mental health and provides services for individuals with mental health issues Provides information and awareness activities including but not limited to: Depression Family violence Stress management Services include: Counselling services Cultural activities and crafts Recreational activities Wellness activities

Fees:	None

Application:	Open to referrals from any source Appointments recommended but walk-ins accepted

Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Members of Neskantaga First Nation struggling with mental health issues

Languages:	English

This information was last completely updated on: 6-18-2025

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