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Program:	Crisis Intervention
Organizations:	Deer Lake First Nation Deer Lake First Nation - Deer Lake Health Centre
Phone Numbers:	807-775-2226
Crisis:	807-738-4283
Fax:	807-775-9772
Website:	www.deerlake.firstnation.ca
Address:	c/o c/o Health Centre Box 352 c/o Health Centre Deer Lake, ON P0V 1N0
Street Address:	Deer Lake Health Centre Deer Lake First Nation
Location:	Serves as the Health Centre for Deer Lake First Nation Co-located in the same building as the Nursing Station
Accessibility:	Wheelchair Accessible
Hours:	Health Centre: Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-5 pm Emergencies: Mon-Sun 24 hours
Contacts:	Leslie Beardy - Health Director 807-775-2226
Service Description:	Provides crisis intervention services to community in crisis situations and to individuals affected by family violence and suicide Offers immediate on site or telephone assistance Dispatches call to police when deemed necessary Ensures victims receive support and assistance to secure their safety Arranges meeting family members at centre or agreed upon location to discuss possible crisis resolutions Also coordinates: Crisis plan to follow in response to suicide intervention, domestic violence intervention and any other form of crisis situations that may arise in community Information sessions and workshops on techniques for healing strategies Supports can include but are not limited to: Debriefing and stabilization following crisis situation Advocacy on behalf of individuals and families dealing with various agencies Meal preparation, transportation, homemaking and other areas requiring support for families in crisis situations such as the suicide of a youth Information about/referrals to appropriate resources and services
Fees:	None
Application:	Call for assistance
Eligibility - Population(s) Served:	Members of Deer Lake First Nation involved in any form of family crisis and/or violence
Languages:	English
This information was last completely updated on: 8-26-2025
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