Akoka’tssini

Akoka’tssini Mental Wellness (AMW) supports the Piikani community with services and programming directly related to Mental Health and Addiction. AMW employs an Outreach Team that consists of Cultural & Addictions Specialist, a Wellness Worker, and a Court System Navigator.

Our Mission is encouraging Niitsitapi in their healing by providing continued services with integrity and kimmapoopitsin while reclaiming Piikanissini

Our vision is to empower Piikani Members in their health and wellness journey

 Contact Information:

Phone: 403-965-3919

Fax: 403-965-2153

Emergency Contact Number:

403-632-7054

AMW Programs:

  • Community wellness
  • Addictions Specialist
  • System Navigation
  • Outreach support
  • Inii Healing House – pre-treatment live-in facility
  • Katoyiss Clan (opioid peer support)
  • Mental Health Therapist

UNIVERSAL Akoka’tssini Referral Form

Services to the Community Include:

  • Access to Mental Health Therapists
  • Access to Addictions Counselling
  • Access to Grief Counselling
  • Wellness Programming
  • Transportation as it relates to Recovery
  • IRS application support
  • Cultural and Traditional Support
  • Court System Navigation
  • VODP Connections

Addictions Specialists

are dedicated to serving the needs of our community. With their expertise and compassionate approach, they provide comprehensive support and guidance to individuals seeking assistance in their journey towards recovery from addiction.

Services provided by the Addiction Specialist:

  • 1-on-1 counselling
  • Pre-treatment, detox, and treatment referrals
  • Community events and wellness workshops
  • Traditional and cultural activities
  • Housing referrals
  • zoom appointments
  • Intervention planning, support, and facilitation
  • VODP connections
  • Community addiction support
  • Mental health referrals
  • System navigation supports
  • Post treatment services: relapse prevention, aftercare supports, solution focused materials

Community Wellness Worker

offers essential services tailored to meet the needs of individuals who may encounter challenges accessing transportation to and from recovery services. Through our dedicated Community Outreach Support Workers, we extend a helping hand to this group, ensuring they receive the necessary assistance and support on their journey towards recovery. Additionally, our team actively engages with the community by organizing and hosting various events, fostering collaboration with local stakeholders to promote a supportive and inclusive environment for all.

Community Wellness Worker Supports:

  • Home Visits with Elders
  • Exit planning with clients in a treatment facility

Transportation: (24-hour noticed required)

  • Appointments
  • Inii residents
  • Addictions specialist clients
  • ODP transports
  • Support with community referrals

Katoyiss Clan

1600 19 Street, Brocket, AB
Phone: 403-965-3284
Fax: 403-965-2153

Katoyiss Clan is also known as our Opioid Peer Support Program offers a secure haven for individuals within our vulnerable population, serving as a steadfast resource open 24 hours a day. Located at the revitalized site formerly known as Napi’s Playground, this program provides a safe environment to seek refuge from the elements, ensuring warmth and comfort. Within its doors, visitors are greeted with a compassionate presence and offered nourishing meals or convenient bagged lunches, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for connection and support.

Supports available by Katoyiss Clan:

  • Support in active addiction, mental health, or housing
  • 24-hour staff on-site
  • Laundry and Shower facilities
  • One meal given per day
  • Transportation to medical appointments
  • No drugs or alcohol intake on property
  • Naloxone Distribution Site and training available
  • Weekly In-house medical support
  • Harm Reduction supplies available
  • Medication Assistance Program
  • Traditional and Educational Programming
  • System Navigators available to support with detox/treatment, housing, AISH/AB works, Aides to daily living applications
  • Court Transportation and Navigation
  • AHS ID Clinic
  • Mental health supports
  • VODP referral
  • Life coaches and people with lived experience (peer support)
  • Elder support upon request

Inii Healing House

1880 15 Ave, Brocket, AB
Phone: 403-965-3063
Fax: 403-965-2153

Inii Healing House serves as a pre-treatment center dedicated to providing comprehensive support and care for individuals on their path to recovery. With round-the-clock staff available onsite, our facility ensures the safety and well-being of residents at all times. Our committed Healing House team is devoted to empowering residents with essential life skills and education, particularly focusing on the impacts and repercussions of opioid use. Inii Healing House honors the wisdom of elders by inviting them to share their invaluable insights, enriching the therapeutic environment and fostering a deeper understanding of cultural healing practices within the community.

Inii Healing House Application

Requirements:

  • Pre-treatment program
  • Must be detoxed from alcohol for at least 5 days
  • Must be detoxed from opioids for at least 8 days
  • Door-to-door intake (must be coming from a detox center, hospital, or custody)
  • Must be motivated towards recovery

Supports Available:

  • Case management
  • Mental Health Therapists on site
  • VODP referrals
  • Certified Life Coaches and Peer Support
  • Elder support
  • Individual and Group Counselling

Guidelines:

  • Must be willing to enter treatment
  • Individuals on Methadone or Suboxone must be on a stable dosage that enables them to be alert for sessions
  • Healing house staff will assist with positive life skills
  • Education on the effects and consequences of opioid use
  • Trauma-related work through education, group work, and individual work
  • All money and valuables turned in at intake are to be kept in a locked closet
  • Must be compliant with the guidelines of the house
  • Communal living which will require chores and other duties.

Emergency Contact Information:

24-hour Crisis Line:

403-266-4357

Mental Health Helpline:

1-877-303-2642

Kids Help Phone:

1-800-668-6868

Indigenous Support Line:

1-844-944-4744

Addictions Services:

1-866-332-2322

Alberta Income Support:

1-866-644-5135

Family Violence Info Line:

310-1818

Child Intervention Crisis Unit:

1-800-638-0715

Grief and Loss Counselling:

1-877-719-0196

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