Éyameth’ Traditional Health and Wellness programs and services will bring wholistic approaches to contemporary health care, integrating ancestral knowledge and cultural practices into physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Clients and their families can choose the best combination of medical and traditional treatments to restore balance and harmony in their lives.
Traditional Health and Wellness Services include:
- Dietician and Food Navigation Services, teaching clients about nutrition, traditional foods and connecting clients to local food resources that respect Indigenous knowledge and cultural practices.
- Traditional medicines and treatments made with locally sourced plants and herbs, guided by traditional knowledge passed down through generations.
- Cultural practices and traditional ceremonies to promote spiritual and emotional wellness.
- Land-based practices, including gathering medicinal plants and engaging in outdoor activities integral to health and wellness.
- Community health models, including traditional parenting, recovery circles, and community-based wellness activities to foster collective support and healing.
- Access to Elders and Knowledge Keepers, supporting clients with guidance, wisdom and traditional teachings about health and wellness.
The Centre of Excellence will offer Cultural Competency training and be a platform for integration. We plan to educate healthcare providers about traditional approaches to care and the importance of cultural safety in healthcare delivery.
We also provide workshops for clients and community members to learn about traditional health practices, nutrition, and wellness strategies that honor Indigenous knowledge.
THE BENEFITS
Nurturing the Health of Individuals, Communities, and our Healthcare System
By combining traditional and community-centered Indigenous health practices with standard medical care, we can improve client engagement, health outcomes, and community strength, while addressing past traumas and promoting a healthier society.
