The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) would like to inform the community that the Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) facility has entered into a Suspected Outbreak status on August 28, 2023. In the event of a Suspected Outbreak, only the person who tested positive for COVID-19 and their close contacts are required to isolate. This differs from […]
Read moreThe Community Health Program is providing the community with updated information regarding COVID-19. An increasing number of cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the surrounding communities of Akwesasne. IF YOU’RE FEELING SICK, STAY HOME If you are feeling sick or having COVID-19 symptoms, stay home to prevent transmission to others. You should only leave your home to seek […]
Read moreThe Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care Facility is announcing the retirement of Lorna Francis. The LTC and the Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to extend congratulations and appreciation to Lorna for her many years of service to our residents! Lorna has dedicated 16 years of service to the elders residing at Tsiionkwanonhso:te, providing kindness, care, and support. Lorna served as […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Home Care/Home Support (HCHS) Program is providing the community with an update on their transition period. HCHS has now completed their transition from offices on Kawehno:ke to occupying office spaces in all three districts of Akwesasne. This transition was enacted to maximize the services accessible to their clients and to the Akwesasne community. HCHS […]
Read moreThe MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program will be hosting a Back-To-School Prep Day full of FREE activities to help you get ready and recharge for the upcoming year! Stop by the Tsi Snaihne Recreation Center on Wednesday, August 30 for a day of fun and wellness. There will be activities for teachers and faculty from 10 a.m. – […]
Read moreThe Tsiionkwanonhso:te Long-Term Care (LTC) facility celebrated its 29th anniversary on August 17, 2023. 29 years ago, the LTC opened its doors to residents in need of long-term and daily medical care. The LTC started its week-long anniversary celebration with several events throughout the week, such as: A performance by the local band, Crosswinds An ice cream truck on-site […]
Read moreThe Mohawk Council of Akwesasne’s Department of Health (DOH) would like to welcome Leah Mitchell to the Administration Team as Acting Health Management Coordinator. The Health Management Coordinator oversees various services throughout the Department of Health, such as Elders Services, Meals on Wheels, Respite Care, and Liaise with the Tri-District Elders. Leah Mitchell was born and raised in Akwesasne. […]
Read moreAugust 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness regarding the rising number of overdoses among our people and acknowledge the impact of stigma surrounding drug-related deaths. The SRMT Health Services Alcoholism/Chemical Dependency Program, Akwesasne Mohawk Police, and the MCA Wholistic Health & Wellness Program will be hosting a 2-day event to remember those we have lost […]
Read moreOn Monday, July 31, 2023, the Ottawa REDBLACKS and the University of Ottawa Gee-Gee’s hosted a football camp for local Akwesasne and area youth. Ben Maracle, a resident of Tyendinaga, and quarterback for the University of Ottawa Gee-Gee’s hosted the event at the A’nowara’ko:wa Arena in the hopes of building the sport of football in indigenous communities. The football […]
Read moreBlastomycosis is an infection caused by breathing in spores of the soil fungus Blastomyces, and usually begins as a lung infection. It is not spread from person-to-person or from dogs to people. Signs of illness usually take up to three months to develop. Blastomycosis is treatable! If left untreated, the infection can become more severe and could require hospitalization […]
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