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.
Clear sight opens a beautiful path of discovery for our little ones. Since 80% of school learning is visual, scheduling a routine eye check-up prepares them to thrive. Care for their wholistic growth and development by booking an eye exam …
Honour your body and spirit with foods that lift you up. When it is time to enjoy a midday snack, reach for light, crunchy air-popped popcorn instead of potato chips. This simple, mindful choice fuels your day with lasting energy …
Nourish mind, body, and spirit with helpful teachings for managing diabetes. Discover practical guidance for your wholistic health journey by visiting our blog at idhc.life.
