E-Mail 250-769-4999 Directory
WFN Health and Wellness Building 1900 Quail Lane Westbank, BC
T 250 768 0227
Our health and wellness programs aim to promote physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being and healing. Healthy families create healthy communities. Unless otherwise noted, programs and services are offered at the WFN Health & Wellness Building.
When: Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Addictions Worker | T 250 768 8299 (direct line)
Individuals and families experiencing addiction issues may access education and counselling support. This includes individual, family, or group education and support about the causes and effects of addiction, support for families dealing with addiction, referrals to treatment, and/or aftercare for clients. There is also education provided in the community with a focus on high-risk populations, including youth and pregnant women. Appointments are recommended, so call the addictions worker to arrange an appointment that fits your schedule.
When: Refer to above calendar. Contact: Wellness Department | T 250 768 8282
Open to WFN Members, staff, and community.
Paint. Bead. Draw. Create. Craft. Express.
Bring your lunch. We'll provide the activity and supplies.
When: Monday to Thursday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Health Department | T 250 768 0227
To register, call Community Services and speak with our prenatal nurse. This program is for pre- and post-natal families in the WFN community. The program increases awareness about nutrition and healthy pregnancies, healthy weight gain, and healthy birth weights of babies. If you or someone you know is pregnant and living on WFN lands and either you or your spouse is First Nation, we encourage you to register for the program. It is never too early to start raising a healthy child.
When: Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Child and Youth Counsellor | T 250 768 8296 (direct line)
The Child and Youth Counsellor provides counselling services using a variety of strategies and techniques, incorporating a holistic and culturally-sensitive approach. Counselling goals are developed with the family to ensure an inclusive, integrated approach is used. Young clients and their families may be supported through loss and grief, family conflict and/or change, violence, bullying, depression, and/or anxiety. Education and referrals to outside agencies may also be provided as required.
When: Tuesday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Health Department | T 250 768 0227
Clients can participate monthly by making an appointment through Community Services reception. This program promotes a healthy lifestyle and management of persons living with a chronic disease. Physician input/focus is required for admission into the program. WFN members will receive a monthly $25 gift certificate from Quality Greens or Nature’s Fair which are used to make healthy food choices. Monthly appointments involve health monitoring, health discussion and education with the Home Care Nurse and Nurse Practitioner. A Diabetic Specialist is available every second Thursday for specialist diabetic advice, education, and cholesterol testing.
Contact: Wellness Department | T 250 768 8282
Traditional crafts. Painting. Beading. Art.
Learn about violence prevention and healing while participating in different art activities.
Childminding available. Dinner provided.
Contact: Membership Services | T 250 768 0227 | E-mail
Westbank First Nation Members have access to an extended health, vision, and dental benefits plan up to a maximum of $3,000 per member per year. The program is provided through CINUP, a national benefits program designed specifically for First Nations.
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100% coverage of all eligible services
Basic: 100%
Major: 80%
Combined maximum of $1,500 per calendar year for basic and major.
Orthodontic: 50%
When: Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (evenings as required) Contact: Family Support Worker | T 250 768 8294 (direct line)
The Family Support Worker works for WFN, in collaboration with the Ministry of Children and Family Development ("MCFD"), supporting families and children that are at risk or involved with MCFD. With ongoing intervention, prevention, education, and support to the families and children, the goal is to reduce and improve outcomes for children and families involved with MCFD.
When: Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Health Department | T 250 768 0227
Call the Health Department at Community Services if you require assistance and would like to arrange for an assessment.
This program is designed for individuals of any age who have an assessed need and are currently living on reserve and want to maintain their independence and health. The assessments are completed by the nurse and, based upon assessments, home supports are set in place. Supports vary from client to client and can include light meal preparation, assistance with activities of daily living supplies and specialized medical equipment Medical transportation. The referral process means that any or community member including self can refer to the program however the client must consent to the initial assessment, assessments are confidential. Depending on the assessment the nurse will then work with you to plan the care around the identified needs. Depending on the needs will depend if you will have a homemaker or Home support worker visit you in your home.
When: Monday and Tuesday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Community Services | T 250 768 0227
Community Health Services are able to off er the same full immunization program that are provided by Interior Health for adults and children. Access to immunizations is quick and easy; appointments can be made at the reception desk. Our program allows us to record and track the immunizations that you receive at community health or other Health Centres in BC. This program allows the community health nurses to print out yours and your child’s immunization record which you can keep for your own records as well as for school registration.
When: Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Community Services | T 250 768 0227
We provide financial assistance for travel to specialist appointments, surgery or medical care within BC to WFN members and status First Nations living on WFN lands. Please contact community services for more information on the application process and we will be happy to assist you. This program is funded by First Nations Health Authority and there are specific qualification criteria. Please call as soon as you know of your appointment as the application and processing for travel take some time to complete.
In collaboration with Interior Health, the dental hygienist is on site to conduct oral health presentations to all community members. The dental Hygienist visits the school, community services, and daycare to complete dental checks and to “Lift the Lip”, a fluoride varnishing program for children up to the age of 6.
When: Wednesdays (by appointment only) | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Community Services | T 250 768 0227
We have a Nurse Practitioner who joins us every Wednesday to assess, diagnose and treat any acute and chronic illnesses. The target population is community members who do not have a physician, can’t get to their physician and/or require regular check-ups. Appointments are necessary, so please call the community services office and ask to speak with any of the nursing staff to set up an appointment.
When: Monday to Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Clinical Care Coordinator | T 250 768 8294 (direct line)
Community Services offers counselling to individuals, couples and families. Our registered clinical counsellor has years of experience in areas such as trauma, anxiety, depression, boundaries, stress, relationships and many other wellness concerns. All sessions are client-led and collaborative, in order to empower each individual to reach their own wellness goals.
All services are confidential, and appointments can be booked off-site as requested.
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday | 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m. Contact: Community Services | T 250 768 0227
TB screening is done to prevent tuberculosis from spreading in our community. It is required for all Pine Acres, Sensisyusten School, WCDC, Communisty Services and Lindley Building Staff, as well as any volunteers within our community.
When: Tuesdays | 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Contact: Addictions Worker | T 250 768 8299 (direct line)
The Medicine Wheel 12-step program provides a culturally appropriate program for Indigenous people. The program, which includes a healthy meal followed by workbooks and videos, is for those affected by alcoholism and desirous of change.
When: Monday to Thursday | 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (some evenings as required) Contact: Wellness Mentor | T 250 768 8282 (direct line)
The Wellness Mentor offers advocacy, navigation, and education regarding mental health and wellness, and offers counselling support services. Whether you have concerns about mental health or overall wellness, the Wellness Mentor can guide you in the right direction, assist in accessing various mental health and wellness services, and provide counselling support during one-on-one sessions. All support is personalized for individual or family needs, from addressing and resolving specific concerns to improving relationships with others.
When: By appointment only Contact: Nurse Practitioner, Health Department | T 250 768 0227
The health team by appointment are now able to off er PAP testing at the community health building as well as individual and group sessions on woman’s health including menopause, sexual health, education and advice on self-breast exams.