Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre

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London and Middlesex County are moving to the Red-Control level of Ontario’s COVID-19 Response Framework on Tuesday, February 16. Until then, the #StayAtHome Or...der is still in place for Middlesex-London. While the province gradually eases some restrictions, we must continue to be vigilant and follow public health guidance. That means: Avoid indoor gatherings Avoid non-essential trips outside the home Keep your distance from others Wear a mask Wash your hands Share kindness, not COVID To read the setting-specific measures under the Red-Control level of Ontario’s COVID-19 Response Framework, please visit: https://bit.ly/3b3aFEv #LdnOnt #Middlesex

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HIRING: 1 FT medical administrative assistant in London Please go to our website for full details.... https://soahac.on.ca/careers/ See more

We're hiring! 1 FT Child and Youth Navigator in Chippewa 1 FT Child and Youth worker in London Please go to our website for full details.... https://soahac.on.ca/careers/ See more

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Please note SOAHAC will be open in the morning 8:30am-12:00pm and closed in the afternoon for Remembrance Day.

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Tomorrow - September 30 @ 1pm tune in to N'Amerind LIVE with special guest panel talking about Orange Shirt Day & sharing Residential School stories ... feel free to share the post our speakers will be answering any questions /sharing stories speaking the truth about the history LIVE Broadcast Wednesday September 30 2020 @ 1pm

FYI ~ Please note that this afternoon, there will be no access to parking in front of 425-427 William Street, due to construction. This will also affect mobility aids, such as electric scooters, vehicle drop off and pick up. This will be in effect, Thurs. Sept. 24 @ 12:00 - 4:30 pm. only. Sorry for any inconvenience ~

#MLHU is declaring London’s third COVID-19 outbreak, after receiving reports of three employees at the Hyde Park Walmart location testing positive for COVID-19.... The first two outbreaks have been associated with gathering involving students from Western University. MLHU case investigators have determined that transmission of the virus likely occurred at Walmart, between the staff members, whose last days of work were September 6th, September 13th and September 15th. MLHU is working closely with Walmart and staff at the store to ensure that any close contacts of the individuals are contacted. Because the employees all worked in the checkout area, the Health Unit has concluded that customers may have had a low-risk exposure to the virus. The store has plexiglass barriers that separate checkout staff from customers. Public Health officials recommend that both staff and customers of the Hyde Park Walmart monitor themselves for the development of symptoms. The Health Unit is also asking that those who do not have symptoms refrain from seeking testing at an Assessment Centre. We have been following up directly with these individuals and continue to support not only them, but also their close contacts as we continue our investigation and take the steps necessary to reduce any further spread, says Dr. Alex Summers, Associate Medical Officer of Health with the MLHU. We know this news may cause concern, particularly as we’ve seen an increase in local cases this week, but it also is an important reminder of the steps we can all take to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We all have to do our part. How to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 infections: Ensure your social circle includes a maximum of 10 people and don’t interact directly with those outside your social circle. Maintain physical distancing of at least two metres from other people. Wear a mask while in enclosed public places, or where physical distancing cannot be maintained. Visit an Assessment Centre if you have COVID-19 symptoms or have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 15-20 seconds or use a waterless hand sanitizer with at least 70 percent alcohol content. Cover coughs and/or sneezes with your sleeve or cough into your elbow. Clean high-touch areas, such as doorknobs in public spaces, frequently. Download the COVID Alert mobile app to be notified if you may have been exposed to COVID-19, and to let others know if you test positive for the virus.

#MLHU has declared a community #COVID19 outbreak after three Western University students tested positive yesterday. In addition to these three cases, the Health... Unit was also notified of two additional, associated cases today who are also #WesternU students; these two cases will be added to the Middlesex-London case count tomorrow. While the students who have tested positive all live in the community and have not attended classes or activities on campus, they have had a number of interactions at downtown bars and restaurants, and with students in neighbouring housing units. Media Release: https://bit.ly/3hteOCS #LdnOnt #Middlesex In addition to declaring a community outbreak as part of its investigation, the Health Unit is advising anyone who may have frequented downtown clubs, bars and restaurants to monitor themselves for symptoms and to get tested should they develop. MLHU staff members are continuing to identify and follow up with close contacts of the confirmed cases, who are being advised to quarantine and seek testing. Due to the number of contacts associated with the investigation, the Health Unit is anticipating additional cases in the coming days. If we ever needed evidence to show there‘s still a risk from COVID-19 in the community, this is it, says Dr. Chris Mackie, Medical Officer of Health with the Middlesex-London Health Unit. We know the temptation to get back together with friends and party is great, but it is crucial that we all do our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19. That means limiting social gatherings, sticking to our social circles, keeping two metres apart and staying home if you feel sick. The Health Unit is working with Western University administration to support these individuals as well as any other students who may need to seek testing or quarantine as a result of contact with the cases. In addition to getting tested at one of London’s COVID-19 Assessment Centres, Western University has a mobile testing unit available for students and employees Monday to Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Students can also pre-schedule in-person appointments with Student Health Care (https://www.uwo.ca/health/shs/shs_appointment.html). The Health Unit recommends the following actions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 infections: Ensure your social circle includes a maximum of 10 people and don’t interact directly with people who are outside your social circle. Maintain physical distancing of at least two metres from other people. Wear masks when in enclosed public places and physical distancing is not possible. Visit an Assessment Centre to get tested if you are concerned you have COVID-19 or that you may have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 15-20 seconds or use a waterless hand sanitizer with an alcohol content of at least 70 percent. Cover coughs and/or sneezes with your sleeve or cough into your elbow. Clean high-touch areas, such as doorknobs in public spaces, frequently. Download the COVID Alert mobile app to be notified if you may have been exposed to COVID-19, and to let others know if you test positive for the virus.

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Today is FASD awareness day. No amount of alcohol during pregnancy is safe.

Whether you're learning online or in the classroom, best of luck to all students with their return to school. Here is a new resource from Children's Mental Health Ontario to help families mentally prepare for back to school.

Nimkee has introduced more virtual programming! We have been working hard at Nimkee to continue to support our communities. Our food program is doing extremely ...well; 120 meals are going out every Tuesday and Thursday to community members. We are now offering FREE phone or video call counselling with registered social workers, cultural counselling with our cultural coordinator, life skills programming with Nimkee youth counsellors, and tutoring and schooling support with our learning specialist. Please take advantage of all these one-on-one supports. If you or someone you know is interested you can call (226)-376-2028 to book appointments. See more

Please note SOAHAC will be closed labour day, Monday Sept 7, 2020.

Ontario launches new tools to fight human trafficking. For resources and more information go to: https://endindigenoustrafficking.com/

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day. Don't let the day go by without doing something to #ENDOVERDOSE https://www.stopoverdose.gov.bc.ca//six-things-do-internat

We are providing Indigenous children and youth "Back to School" supplies! Please email [email protected] or call 519-476-2796 to sign up. Registration closes on September 4, 2020.

Feeling Stressed? Off balance? Disconnected? If so, this workshop is for you!

International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31st! Click on the link for more information https://www.overdoseday.com/downloadable-resources/#advocacy

Come work with Nshwaasnangong as our Child Care Manager! We're looking for an experienced early childhood educator to help guide this new Indigenous-led centre in London. The posting has been extended until August 26, and full details are here: https://soahac.on.ca/family-centre/

BACK TO SCHOOL DRAW! Please see details on our poster. Contact Chippewa SOAHAC to inquire on whether or not your child is eligible!! 519-289-0352

Good morning. This is my sweetgrass harvest for this year. Don't forget to sit with her, give a gift and be grateful. XO

Struggling with addictions....this may help. Contact Amanda at At^Lohsa for more information and the log in codes.

Do you want to help grow a dynamic community place and be inspired by the gifts of children and families? Nshwaasnangong is building a team of kind, forward thi...nking community leaders and educators. Current job postings include Child Care Manager, Family Centre Manager and Operations Manager. Apply by Friday, August 7th! Full details here: https://soahac.on.ca/family-centre/ Please share

Pharmasave at the Chippewa site is hiring! Please visit our jobs page for more information. https://soahac.on.ca/jobs/