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.
Caring for the feet that ground you to the Earth is a vital part of self-care. Protect your steps by choosing diabetes-friendly socks made from soft, breathable materials that prevent irritation. Wrapping your feet in comfort supports blood circulation and …
As September settles in, we honour the Corn Moon (Mdaamin Glizis / Okahseró:ta) and the Changing Leaves Moon (Waabaabagaa Gizis). Tonight, Grandmother Moon walks in her Waxing Crescent phase, slowly building her bright, luminous strength. In our communities, this growing …
Celebrating the power of movement on our wellness journey. Engaging in daily physical activity-whether walking on the land, dancing, or playing with family-strengthens your heart and helps balance blood sugar. Honour your body today with the gift of active living …
