Sandy Lake First Nation - Sandy Lake Health Authority

Call for assistance

Members of Sandy Lake First Nation experiencing any form of crisis

None

Eddie Kakepetum - Crisis Coordinator
eddiekakepetum@knet.ca

English

Oji-Cree, available upon request

Wheelchair Accessible

Provides crisis intervention services 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

Support Services

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

Sandy Lake Health Authority - Crisis Intervention