The MCA Department of Health’s Clinical Care Services Sector would like to invite Akwesasne community members to participate in casual kitchen table discussions on Clinical Care, Indigenous Patient Navigators, and Diabetes Services. Sessions will take place: Monday, May 27Snye Homemakers6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 28Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 30Kawehno:ke Recreation Center11:00 a.m. – […]
Read moreThe Department of Health is reminding the community of upcoming entry procedure changes for the Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility. These changes are in an effort to enhance safety and security measures for community members and MCA staff within the health facility. The new entry procedure will take effect on June 3, 2024. On June 3rd, the KHF main entrance will […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB) is notifying the community that they have purchased an updated medical transportation van. The new van is expected to be in service by June 2024 after undergoing certain specifications to accommodate medical transport requirements and safety standards. The new medical transport van can accommodate up to four wheelchairs and […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health is excited to announce the return of Green Food Bags in June 2024! MCA’s Community Health Services (CHS), located at Kanonhkwa’tsheri:io Health Facility, is currently accepting orders. Limited quantities of boxes are available, 2 per person. The deadline to place an order is June 7, 2024 at 4 p.m. Each bag is […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) is conducting a survey to identify community priorities and shape future health programs and initiatives. We want to hear from YOU! This survey is confidential, and your responses will be used solely for the purpose of improving community health services. We appreciate your time and thoughtful responses. A draw […]
Read moreThe MCA Health Promotion & Prevention Program would like to invite elders ages 55+ to a chair flexibility class! Join us on May 7, 2024 at Sweetgrass Manor for a relaxing mobility session from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. To register or for more information, please contact Kieler Lahache at the MCA Health Promotion […]
Read moreThe MCA Department of Health is excited to host an apron-making class for elders! Join us and instructor Terry Cree on Friday, May 10 for a sewing session and discussion on the food we consume. The class will be held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Native North American Travelling College on Kawehno:ke. Space is limited […]
Read moreThe MCA Department of Health, Cornwall Community Hospital, and Arrowhead Pharmacy are teaming up to host a health fair on May 9, 2024 at the Kawehno:ke Recreation Center. Join us from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. for health screenings, surveys, information tables, and more! This is an excellent opportunity for community members to meet local healthcare service providers and […]
Read moreIn celebration of National Immunization Awareness Week, MCA’s Community Health Services (CHS) will be holding a contest! Entering the contest is easy: just submit your immunization record to the CHS program by Tuesday, April 30. Individuals who update their record will also be entered into the drawing. If you have any questions or would like more information, […]
Read moreThe MCA Department of Health’s Mental Health & Wellness Sector would like to invite Akwesasne community members to participate in casual Kitchen Table Discussions on addictions services and the Sahatihahará:ne Detox Center. Sessions will take place: Friday, April 19St. Regis Recreation Center11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 29Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center6:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 1Kawehno:ke […]
Read more