Approaches to Community Wellbeing

Approaches to Community Wellbeing is the name of the public health system in the region, and a department within SLFNHA. Approaches to Community Wellbeing (ACW) looks at the health of the community or population as a whole, instead of individuals. It focuses on the prevention of illnesses and the promotion of healthy lifestyles, as opposed to treating illnesses.  ACW looks at what needs to be in place in systems or communities in order to keep people as healthy as possible for as long as possible.

Vision

The Anishinaabe people of this land are on a journey to good health by living healthy lifestyles rooted in our cultural knowledge.

Mission

Our mission is to develop integrated, sustainable, and community-owned approaches to community wellbeing. The approach will be rooted with the traditional teachings of our people and will promote healthy lifestyles, active leaders, and positive Anishinabe people.

Values

The Teachings of our people: We value the teachings of our people, including respect, wisdom, love, bravery, humility, trust and truth.

Language: Language is rooted in our culture as an Anishinaabe.  It connects us with the land, our ancestors, and each other.

History: We value learning from our history and allowing it to guide us toward the future.  Through understanding our history we can recognize and embrace our resilience.

Family: Our families take responsibility for each other and are integral to community wellness.

Wholistic: We value honouring the Circle of Life and ensuring balance between the four elements: spiritual, mental, physical, and emotional.

Honour Choices and Respect Differences: We value that everyone is different and we honour and respect these differences.  Everyone has the ability to make the choices that are best for them.

Share Knowledge: We value and share Anishinaabe Way of Life Knowledge.  We value the sharing of best practices and learning from each other.

Connection to the Land: We are the stewards of the land and we value our connections to the land.  The land is our teacher and provider.

Supportive Relationships and Collaboration: We value supportive connections and relationships both within and outside the community, which promote participation and inclusiveness.

Goals

Improved approaches to community wellbeing, which are integrated, holistic, sustainable, and proactive.

Increased community ownership over our health and health system

More people leading the way who are committed to healthy communities
Safer communities

More people making healthy choices

More children are being raised to be healthy community members

Increased connection to the teachings of our people

Services 

• Community Wellbeing Nursing
• Harm Reduction
• Preventing Chronic Diseases
• Preventing Infectious Diseases
• Raising our Children
• Roots for Community Wellbeing
• Safe Communities

Links

Community Consultation Report

Community Engagement Report

Approaches to Community Wellbeing Model (ENG)

Approaches to Community Wellbeing Model (OJC)

Approaches to Community Wellbeing Model (OJW)

Approaches to Community Wellbeing Evaluation