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Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle

Thorold, ON, CA • 20 - 49 Employees
Healthcare Facility/Healthcare Services

VisionIndigenous peoples have the tools, knowledge and ability to make healthy choices and live free of diabetes, now and in future generations.MissionThe Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle will achieve the vision by supporting Indigenous communities, families and individuals by: •Promoting holistic wellness models •Building on traditional teachings and best practices to develop and provide programs, education and resources and •Building relationships and community capacityValues StatementThe Indigenous Diabetes Health Circle recognizes and respects personal choices, autonomy and diversityServices •Annual conference Conference topics included: •Traditional Western Medicine (2002) •Seven Generations to Good Health (2003) •Gestational Diabetes (2004); Obesity to Diabetes (2005) •Uncomplicating the Complications (2006) •Water is Life (2007) •Traditional Taste of Wellness (2008) •Honouring the Stories of Our Elders (2009) •Planting the Seeds of Health & Wellness (2010) •From Seed to Sap (2011) •Reztore Pride (2012) •Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes (2013) •Walk the Talk (2014) •Taking Aim for Mens' Health (2015) •Nature's Reciprocity (2016) •Bill Messenger Teaching Lodge •Diabetes Awareness Workshops •Education and training for frontline workers •Foot Care Clinic •Health Fair Displays •Health & Wellness Workshops •Physical Activity Sessions •Toolkit and culturally appropriate resources •Webinars Email: info@idhc.life