Restoring balance through cultural safety & the medicine wheelgriehl
North American culture sees health as an individual problem, but we live in dynamic, intercultural communities. Health is multifaceted with issues related to mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical health. Our culture can be a barrier to caring for our clients. Each area of the medicine wheel needs to be balanced for wholistic health for the client, where the client is the person, family, group, or community. Indigenous teachings support addressing all areas of the person to achieve balance. Cultural safety stresses the importance of reflection and acceptance of differences. We should not treat everyone the same, but we do need to recognize and acknowledge our blind spots.
Restoring balance through cultural safety & the medicine wheelgriehl
North American culture sees health as an individual problem, but we live in dynamic, intercultural communities. Health is multifaceted with issues related to mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical health. Our culture can be a barrier to caring for our clients. Each area of the medicine wheel needs to be balanced for wholistic health for the client, where the client is the person, family, group, or community. Indigenous teachings support addressing all areas of the person to achieve balance. Cultural safety stresses the importance of reflection and acceptance of differences. We should not treat everyone the same, but we do need to recognize and acknowledge our blind spots.
Introduction to Culture and Health - May 26 2016jayembee
This presentation presents information about the national CLAS Standards, defines culture, and explores the intersections of culture and health. Medical mistrust and its impact on health seeking behaviors is also examined.
We see things as we are, not as they are. Workplace safety is more than just physical safety,I would argue that the culture of safety and cultural safety is even more important.
Introduction to Culture and Health - May 26 2016jayembee
This presentation presents information about the national CLAS Standards, defines culture, and explores the intersections of culture and health. Medical mistrust and its impact on health seeking behaviors is also examined.
We see things as we are, not as they are. Workplace safety is more than just physical safety,I would argue that the culture of safety and cultural safety is even more important.
We are a NGO in Sierra Leone working for humanity.
Gender based violence and child rights protection are our key fields of work and service. We are delighted to showcase our work within this presentation.
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Overview of Mercy Home for Boys and Girls’ Youth Residential ProgramCodilis & Associates
Serving clients for over four decades, Codilis and Associates specializes in real estate law. In addition to providing legal advice and services, the members of Codilis & Associates give back to the community by contributing to various charitable organizations, including Mercy Home for Boys and Girls.
Youth Summit was hosted in partnership with PolicyWise, Alberta Health Services and many local partners on July 16, 2019 at the Maskwacis Cultural College Library. The theme this year was, 'Link of Identify with Mental Health for Youth'.
2. Did you know:
Aboriginal youth are over-represented in the justice system.
“A One Day Snapshot of Aboriginal Youth In Custody Across
Canada” A document complied by the Dept. of Justice (2001)
identified 24% of the youth in custody in the province of Ontario
were Aboriginal. Research suggests poverty, substance abuse,
sexual exploitation, lack of education and disconnection from
identity, culture and community were contributing factors.
4. DBCFS Vision
DBCFS vision has always been to reclaim their inherent right
to protect and care for their youth. While ensuring the safety
and well-being of the youth. Culturally appropriate, community
oriented and case specific services are provided to families so
they can begin to reconnect and rebuild their lives in order to
restore the family unit. Since inception, our project has taken
positive proactive steps to move forward in developing a new
model of service delivery for child and family services.
5. Native Youth & Justice Services
Accessing Services:
Our supports and services are
culturally based to address
the mental, spiritual, physical
And emotional needs of
Aboriginal/First Nation youth
living on or off reserve.
6. DBCFS
Native Youth & Justice Services
Services will be:
• Culturally Based
• Individualized
• Community Based
Types of services:
- Introduction and access to ceremonial and cultural activities and
events.
- Guidance & Teachings with Elders and/or Traditional People.
- Support, Advocacy, Resources & Transportation Assistance as
needed to maintain services.
- Health & Wellness Supports
8. The Medicine Wheel
The Medicine Wheel teachings provide guidance for wellness &
balance in our lives, Spiritually, Emotionally, Mentally & Physically.
They teach us about:
• Culture
• Identity
• Pride
• Confidence
• Empowerment
• Success
• Relationships
• Responsibility
• Anger
9. The Probation Officer
• The Probation Officer and/or the facility
where the youth is currently living are
responsible for contacting our office.
• If you are a First Nation/Aboriginal youth
and you would like to access our services,
please let your probation officer know.
10. Guidelines for Youth
Must be First Nation/Aboriginal.
Must be between the ages of 12-17 at the time of the offence.
Must be living within the
• Region of Durham
• Counties of Peterborough, Haliburton,
Northumberland and Kawartha Lakes or the.
• First Nations of Curve Lake, Scugog Island, Alderville
and Hiawatha
Must have been found guilty and are on probation,
conditional supervision, community supervision or in
custody/detention and preparing for discharge.