IDHC promotes diabetes awareness from an Indigenous perspective and assists Indigenous communities in identifying appropriate resources and services, planning, prevention and awareness strategies and coordinating community/regional programs and events based on community needs.
Our Knowledge Department combines traditional wisdom with current diabetes education, while incorporating First Nations, Métis, Inuit and mainstream influences. This program supports front line workers to plan, prepare and present relevant information about diabetes while also educating on Indigenous perspectives of health and wellness.
Our Foot Care Program is aimed towards Indigenous people affected by or at risk of diabetes and its complications. Our holistic model supports a continuum of seamless services including educating and connecting community members to Indigenous agency partners and local health professionals.
Leader in delivery of holistic wellness models of care — reflecting body, mind and spirit — to reduce impacts of type 2 diabetes on Indigenous peoples in Ontario and build community capacity in diabetes prevention.
Ensure that your physical activity routine includes cardio, strength and flexibility exercises. This will provide you with well-rounded physical health. Regular exercise is a key factor in stress management and improved mental and emotional health.
While diabetes does not increase risk of frostbite, neuropathy can impair your ability to feel pain or feeling associated with too much cold in skin and feet. Take warm-up breaks and inspect your body before returning outside.
Embrace a wholistic approach to health. Focus on diabetes control and regular eye check- ups.
