Month: March 2020
Onkwata’karitáhtshera wishes to inform the
community that Jordan’s Principle continues to accept applications during these
difficult times. Jordan’s Principle initiative is an
ongoing legal obligation to support First Nations children living in Canada and
is available to all children in Kahnawake, ages 0-18.
This initiative works to ensure that there are no gaps in publicly funded health, social, and education programs, services, and support. Jordan’s Principle covers public services such as mental health, education (including tutoring services), screenings and assessments, medical equipment, and more.
For more information or to submit an
application, please leave a message with Andrea Brisebois, Jordan’s Principle
Coordinator, at 450-632-6880, ext. 30216 between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm, or email andreab@kscskahnawake.ca.
**Updated November 4, 2020**
The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMCH) wishes to inform the community that beginning Sunday, March 29, 2020, a drive-thru COVID-19 test site will begin operating on our premises. The KMHC Test Site will be for Kahnawake residents only.
This is a significant development in the continuing effort to address the reality of COVID-19 within Kahnawà:ke. Work is underway to prepare the site and community members are asked to make themselves familiar with the procedures that will be in place.
WHAT:
KMHC COVID-19 Testing Site – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY (you will be turned away if you do not have an appointment)
WHO:
For Kahnawà:ke residents and employees of Kahnawà:ke essential service and healthcare organizations.
CRITERIA:
- fever:
- in children: 38°C (100.4°F) and above (rectal temperature),
- in adults: 38°C (100.4°F) and above (oral temperature),
- in older adults: 37.8°C (100°F) and above (oral temperature),
- or 1.1°C above the person’s usual value;
- cough
- difficulty breathing
- sudden loss of sense of smell or loss of taste
- New-onset headache
- New-onset pain (muscular, chest, abdomen, joints)
- New intense fatigue
- New severe loss in appetite
- Sore Throat
- A gastrointestinal symptom (diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting)
We cannot test if you do not have symptoms
HOW:
Call 450-638-3930 ext. 2296 or ext. 2275
WHEN:
Call for an appointment 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday
Testing occurs Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- ONLY persons who have AN APPOINTMENT are permitted in the vehicle
- Maximum of 4 people per vehicle. Each person must have an appointment.
- Clients must drive their vehicle and remain inside
- Each passenger being tested must have windows that roll up and down (no vans with backseat passengers allowed)
- No one in the vehicle should be without symptoms
- You cannot be tested if you are not in a private vehicle (do not call a taxi or medical transport)
INSTRUCTIONS
The entrance to the drive-thru will begin at the split near the Moose Lodge going left towards the back of the KMHC building. After the test (in the east side parking lot) vehicles will exit to River Road in front of the KMHC building towards the baseball field. KMHC advises residents in the area that there may be condensed traffic on the roads being used around the KMHC building.
Clients must have their Medicare or KMHC Card on hand for identification. Upon entering the test area, each client should roll down their window, present their identification and proceed to lean their head back to be swabbed for the test. KMHC kindly reminds clients to have their own tissues and sanitizer in their vehicle to be used right after their test. Once the test is done, clients should roll up their window(s) and proceed out towards the exit.
A post-test care kit will be handed out to each client being tested with details on contacting psychosocial services and other healthcare phone services for those clients with questions or concerns after their test has been completed.
Driving Instuctions for the Testing Site
The
Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force is urging ALL KAHNAWA:KE RESIDENTS to
adhere to local directives and restrictions put in place during the
COVID-19 pandemic.
Community
members are reminded that self-isolation during this time is absolutely
essential for the health and safety of all fellow Kahnawa’kehró:non. In
accordance with the measures put forth
by the Task Force, persons in violation can face fines/penalties by the
Kahnawà:ke Peacekeepers.
“We
continue to receive reports of people – youngsters and adults alike –
still gathering in groups, taking part in prohibited activities and
ignoring physical distancing directives,” said Commissioner
of Public Safety Lloyd Phillips. “Community members are also very upset
that some tobacco sales to non-locals may be taking place in direct
violation to directives enacted to prevent the spread of the virus to
this community. This is not the time to act in
such a greedy, reckless and dangerous manner.”
Anyone
who witnesses any suspicious behavior should contact the Peacekeepers
at 450-632-6505. The entire community needs to remain vigilant to keep
us safe.
“The
vast majority of Kahnawa’kehró:non have been extremely supportive of
the actions that we have taken,” Mr. Phillips concluded. “Most
understand that the entire world is facing this pandemic
and realize that COVID-19 knows no borders. We don’t have special
immunity. We must stick together.”
Please check Kahnawake911 for any updates.
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The
Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Pandemic Task Force consists of designated health
and safety representatives from Kahnawà:ke’s service organizations
Categories
Task Force Committee List
The Kahnawake COVID-19 Task Force Committee Listing
Kahnawake- March 25, 2020- Kahnawake Shakotiia’takehnhas Community Services (KSCS) wishes to inform the community that we are working in partnership with the Kateri Food Basket for all emergency food distribution.
As announced in the earlier press release regarding access to emergency food, all new requests for food assistance should be made through KSCS’s emergency food intake at 450-632-6880.
The Kateri Food Basket would like to reassure their existing clients that they will not have to re-register to maintain their food delivery/pick up. The Kateri Food Basket also wishes to inform the community that their current location is running low on storage space. The generous community donations have been greatly appreciated.
As we anticipate an increase in the numbers of households requiring assistance, we have set up Kateri School to act as an alternate emergency food storage facility and distribution center.
Food donations are still being accepted and KSCS will supplement with fresh food orders.
All new donations can be dropped off at Kateri School on weekdays beginning Thursday, March 26, 2020 between the hours of 10:00am to 2:00pm. Staff will be on hand by the main door to accept and direct donations and deliveries.
We are prepared to accept donations of the following:
- Non-perishable dry foods such as canned tomatoes, beans, soup, canned vegetables, tuna, noodles, rice, juice, cereal, oatmeal, cooking oil, ready to eat items such as canned stew & ravioli, snacks for children, baby food, formula & pet food.
- Fresh fruits and vegetables that can be stored such as bags of apples, oranges, potatoes, onions, carrots.
- Clean boxes or bins for food delivery
Monetary donations can be made at KSCS second floor, Kahnawake Services Complex Building. Receipts will be issued for all monetary donations to ensure accountability.
Emergency meal distribution is mobilizing to begin on Friday, March 29, 2020. Initially, food will be provided every 2 weeks and reassessed as need and resources change.
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For additional information, contact:
Derek Montour
Executive Director,
Kahnawake Shakotiia’takehnhas Community Services
Email: Derekm@kscskahnawake
Tel.: 450-632-6880
Fax: 450-632-5116
The
Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force would like to advise the community that a full
list of Essential Services and businesses that are permitted to operate is now
available for public viewing (Click here
to view list).
For
added clarity, as certain businesses may be permitted to continue working on
projects that are related to health and/or safety matters. Please be assured
that any such projects must be authorized by the COVID-19 Task Force.
Businesses
owners who may be impacted but are not listed should contact the Public Safety
Division at 450-632-0635.
As
stated consistently during the past several weeks, please check Kahnawake911
for any updates.
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The
Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Pandemic Task Force consists of designated health and
safety representatives from Kahnawà:ke’s service organizations
(Kahnawake – 24, Enniskó:wa/March 2020) The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMHC) wishes to inform the community that the Outpatient Care department (OPC) will re-open tomorrow, March 25, 2020. Following consultation with public health, we are assured that all safety precautions are in place in order to ensure both employee and public safety.
However, this will be in a restricted capacity with most visits done by phone with a doctor or a nurse. A limited number of patients will be brought in after a phone triage if they have more urgent issues that cannot be dealt with on the phone.
We encourage you to call KMHC with any pressing medical issues to reduce the strain on the Emergency Rooms, COVID-19 clinics, and Respiratory Clinics.
Clients who had their appointments canceled due to the closure should call and reschedule their appointments depending on their needs.
KMHC kindly reminds the community that all prior protocols and guidelines remain in place:
-Telephone screening
-Security screening upon arrival
-ABSOLUTELY no entry of any suspect cases
-Clients must call in advance to book an appointment
-No walk-ins
-No Pharmacy access from the main entrance
Please continue to follow all the safety precautions that are currently in place for our community. Stay vigilant and stay safe.
Spending a lot of time at home on self-isolation? Now is a perfect time to relax and nourish ourselves with some good old fashioned home cooking. Remember that eating well is an essential part of taking care of yourself, boosting your immune system and staying healthy!
Here are two homey and comforting soups with a minor healthy twist (added vegetables and whole grains). Enjoy and keep well!
Hamburger Soup
500 g lean ground beef
1 (28oz/796mL) can tomatoes
1 (19oz/540mL) can kidney beans
1 (10oz/284ml) can tomato soup
5 cups water
1 onion, chopped
1 carrot, chopped
½ cup chopped celery
½ cup sliced mushrooms
½ cup barley
1 tsp Worchestershire sauce
¼ tsp pepper
- In large pot on medium heat, brown beef until crumbly; drain fat.
- Add tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato soup, water, onion, carrot, celery, mushrooms, barley and seasonings. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 45 minutes. Makes 12 cups.
“Eat Well, Live Well” by Helen Bishop MacDonald and Margaret Howard
Chock Full of Chicken & Noodles Soup
Stock:
5 lb chicken legs
16 cups water
2 carrots, coarsely chopped
2 celery stalks, coarsely chopped
1 onion, coarsely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tsp salt
1 tsp thyme
½ tsp whole peppercorns
- In stockpot, bring chicken to boil; skim off foam. Add carrots, celery, onion, bay leaf, salt, thyme and peppercorns; simmer, uncovered, over medium-low heat for 2 hours.
- Remove chicken; cover and refrigerate. Strain soup into large bowl, pressing vegetables to extract liquid. Refrigerate for 12 hours or until fat congeals on the surface. Lift off and discard fat.
Soup:
2 cups sliced carrots
2 cups sliced celery
1 cup chopped onions
1 tbsp salt
½ tsp pepper
2 cups whole wheat pasta
½ cup frozen or canned peas
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- In large saucepan, bring stock to simmer. Add carrots, celery, onions, salt and pepper; cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until tender.
- Meanwhile, remove chicken from bones; add to soup. Add noodles; cook for 10 minutes or until tender. Stir in peas and parsley. Makes 16 cups.
“The Complete Canadian Living Cookbook”
All our recipes can be found on the What To Do? page.
The
Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Pandemic Task Force wishes to advise the community today that
it has issued new directives that all non-essential businesses should be
prepared to close in the coming days.
The
action was taken as the situation within the region continues to worsen.
Furthermore,
Kahnawà:ke convenience stores are directed to sell only to Kahnawa’kehró:non, effective
immediately. Please be aware that we continue to rely on long-standing
partnerships for food and other essential supply deliveries. As well,
healthcare and other workers provide essential services to the community, so
people should be vigilant and not overzealous.
Additionally,
the Task Force wishes to advise the community that Kahnawà:ke Shakotiia’takehnhas
Community Services has initiated its ‘Emergency Food Services’ unit to secure
food supplies for those who may require it. This unit will also be responsible
to ensure Kahnawà:ke has adequate food storage within the community should it
be required.
Please
check Kahnawake911
for any updates.
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The Kahnawà:ke COVID-19
Pandemic Task Force consists of designated health and safety representatives
from Kahnawà:ke’s service organizations