Home health health faq

What is the role of the Administrator at the Health Centre?

The role as the Health Administrator consists of the management of budgets, hiring staff, planning and developing programs, preparation of financial reports, and the development of policies and procedures; also administering the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program and providing support services to the Health Team.
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What kind of Health Programs are in place for the Community?

The First Nations Home & Community Care Program focusses on general mental health services. These services are not only provided to community members living on reserve but are also linked with the off reserve membership and to the local schools.


What kind of Prenatal-Postnatal Programs are in place for the Community?

The Prenatal-Postnatal Programs are directed to all pregnant women and their partners. One of the goals of this program is to see each mother at least once during each trimester. Early identification of all pregnancies is a priority. Mothers are also encouraged to get early medical attention and have regular physician visits. The community health nurse and community health representative promote this program to community members, follow up participants, assist mothers with registration of infants for Health Care Coverage and provide support and counselling to parents. This can include growth and weight monitoring of infants, nutrition counselling and referrals to other professionals.

What kind of Youth Programs are in place for the Community?

The Youth/Family Care Program was designed to address the concerns raised in the community about the lack of support for the young people, the need for a youth support worker, the need for recreation programs and the need for a place where the youth and their support parents can build relationships that are positive. The program is directed to all Snuneymuxw youth of school age and is intended to strengthen and support the community, child and families.




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