Month: April 2020

KMHC Communiqué – Recent Deaths in Inpatient Care

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Post date April 30, 2020
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(Kahnawake – 30, Onerahtókha/April 2020) The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMHC) offers its sincerest condolences to the families of the three (3) Inpatient Care residents who passed away recently. KMHC understands the hardships that the current pandemic places on all our hearts at this time.

KMHC reassures the community that the three deaths were unrelated to the pandemic. Both patients were COVID-19 negative and had no COVID-19 RELATED symptoms. The hospital center remains extremely vigilant in its efforts to keep its environment safe with the strict policies and procedures that have been put in place for the COVID-19 pandemic.

Palliative care services remain in function and have been modified to follow proper COVD-19 precautions. KMHC continues to offer both western medical-style palliative care, and traditional palliative care.

The current protocol during this pandemic allows for one (1) family member at a time to grieve with their loved one for a set amount of time. The main goal is to provide comfort to both the resident and the family in the best way possible. All the aid normally provided by KMHC for the resident remains in place, the only difference is in the limit to family member visitations during these times.

Also, those who wish Traditional style palliative care, this will be done working with Tekanonhkwatsherané:ken/Two Medicines Working Side by Side; a traditional medicine helper and one (1) family member will be present to do the tobacco burning ceremony. The goal is to help uplift the mind and spirit of the resident, with the aid of the creator. Tekanonhkwatsherané:ken is willing to do whatever is possible, with what is available while respecting the safety protocols in place for COVID-19.

KMHC thanks the community for their patience and understanding during these trying times.

Nia:wen’kowa

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KMHC Press Release – COVID-19 Health Check launched

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Post date April 29, 2020
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COVID-19 Health Check launched

(Kahnawake – 29, Onerahtókha/April 2020) The Kateri Memorial Hospital Centre (KMHC) wishes to announce that it will begin conducting a COVID-19 Health Check beginning immediately.

The goal is to assess the health of community members in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. While approximately 200 community members have been tested for the virus at the COVID-19 Test Facility located at the KMHC, the vast majority of Kahnawa’kehró:non have not been tested.

“While the Testing Site remains open for those who have or are exhibiting signs that they may have contracted the virus, there are probably others who may have experienced some signs but did not get tested, for various reasons,” said KMHC Executive Director Lisa Westaway. “It would be very useful to speak to as many people as possible to get a better picture of the overall health of the community regarding COVID-19, whether they have experienced some symptoms or are perfectly healthy and have never had symptoms.”

The Health Check shouldn’t take more than a few minutes, so no major changes in the daily lives of participants are anticipated. Testing will take place in your area, so there will be no need to visit the KMHC Testing Site.

It is intended that the KMHC will attempt to contact every number listed in the Kahnawà:ke Resource Directory. As there are many people who are not listed in the local directory, the KMHC is asking that any person not listed please contact the KMHC from Mondays to Fridays at 450-638-3930, extensions 2225, 2275, 2276 or 2296, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. in order to participate. Additionally, interested persons could also send a message with your number to the KMHC Facebook page or email healthcheck@kmhc.ca.

Your participation is very much appreciated as we continue to fight this pandemic together as a community!

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COVID-19 Survey Results released

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Post date April 28, 2020
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The Kahnawà:ke Covid-19 Task Force wishes to announce the results of the one-month review survey conducted between April 14 and 19, 2020.

Three hundred forty-three (343) persons participated in the survey. The survey results can be viewed here.

Some of the key results included:

Over 94% claim to ALWAYS or OFTEN follow Task Force Directives/Suggestions
Over 95% claim to wash their hands thoroughly and often
Over 88% left their property for essential reasons, 42% for exercise and nearly 40% for work
79% have not shown any symptoms at all
Less than 8% come into close contact (within 2 meters or 6 feet) of others Always or Often when off their property

Of the 25 people who were tested for COVID-19, less than 70% self-isolated.

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Garden Soil deliveries added to Construction, Landscaping and Gardeners directives

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Post date April 27, 2020
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The Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force wishes to provide an update to the community regarding certain essential services provided within the Territory. Garden soil deliveries from outside the community for food creation are permitted.

Please note that the Task Force has determined that the original Directive regarding Construction will remain in place:

Only essential/emergency home repairs are permitted at this time. Emergency repairs are those that directly affect the health or safety of those in the home
The situation in the province has not reached its peak and Kahnawà:ke will maintain its plan regardless of Quebec’s announcements on this topic
“Kahnawà:ke is for residents only” will be maintained, aside from essential and emergency community needs
This situation will be reassessed in one week

Emergency Repairs permitted including, but not limited to, the following:

Flooding of the property
Broken heating/cooling system
Backed-up sewage system affecting the property
Broken lock allows persons to enter without the use of a key
Electrical/wiring problems creating fire or electrocution hazard
Leaking roof
Leak in household plumbing
Broken refrigerator or stove
Anything that poses an immediate health or safety threat in the home

Landscaping/Gardeners permitted, as per the following:

Any local Kahnawà:ke landscaping or landscape maintenance including nurseries and garden services are permitted to operate
Garden soil deliveries from outside the community for food creation.
Any local Kahnawà:ke pool service company can open pools. Non-local companies are still on hold at this time – to be reassessed

If you require essential or emergency repairs, please contact Public safety at 450-632-0635. They will send an inspector to verify and explain the process to you.

Please note that the primary principle of these directives is to ‘Keep Kahnawà:ke for Kahnawà:ke residents only” to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The Task Force appreciates your understanding and patience.

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Healthy Cooking while on Self-Isolation

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Post date April 23, 2020
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Kids in the Kitchen

This time spent together at home is a great opportunity to spend quality time with your children. Why not get them into the kitchen where they can practice responsibility, cooperation and following directions? Cooking together is a bonding experience that can boost self-esteem and creativity; it is also a great way to pass on culture and tradition. The kitchen is the perfect place to learn basic math, science and language skills. So roll up your sleeves and have some fun in the kitchen. Here are two child approved recipes to get you started. Enjoy and keep well!

By Chantal Haddad PDt, Nutritionist

Mini Omelette Cups

Cooking Spray

1-2 Eggs, per person

1/4 cup Milk, for every 4 eggs

1 tbsp Shredded Cheese, per person

Green Onions

Mushrooms

Baby Spinach

Red Pepper

salt

pepper

Mix eggs, milk, and spices
Chop vegetables into small dice
Spray muffin tin with non-stick spray
Pour in egg mixture
Add vegetables and cheese
Bake at 350 F for about 10-15 minutes or until ready.

Please note: Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the muffin tin used

Remove omelettes from the oven just before they look dry (they will continue to set for a few minutes after they come out of the oven)

Wait about 5 minutes before removing muffins from tins, to avoid sticking

Mini omelettes can be frozen for last-minute meals or snacks

Banana Ice Cream (Serves 4)

2 Bananas

1/2 tsp Vanilla

Cut bananas into chunks and freeze overnight or until frozen solid
Add vanilla and whip up the bananas using a food processor or blender
Serve as is, or add your favourite topping such as chocolate shavings, nuts, berries etc

Peanut Butter, Banana Ice cream

Add 1 tbsp peanut butter before whipping

Chocolate Banana Ice cream

Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder before whipping

Berry Banana Ice cream

Add ½ cup fresh or frozen berries before whipping

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Let’s discuss level of care – Dr Bois and Dr Wittmer

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Post date April 23, 2020
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A short instructive video on level of care and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, including aspects relevant to the current COVID-19 pandemic.

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Reminder – COVID-19 Task Force Guiding Principles

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Post date April 22, 2020
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The Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force wishes to remind the public that it continues to operate on two main principles:

Kahnawake is for Residents only
Kahnawà:ke is operating on essential services only

There are other Directives, but these are the Task Force’s guiding principles.

“We will stay the course for the next week or so (depending on medical advice) when we will reassess all the directives and measures in place,” said Commissioner of Public Safety Lloyd Phillips. “The sole purpose of our actions is to protect the health and safety of our community. All directives regarding COVID-19 apply to everyone within the territory. There are no exceptions – we are all in this together.”

For a comprehensive listing of all directives issued to date, visit http://covid-19.kmhc.ca/directives. The Task Force appreciates everyone’s patience and compliance during this challenging time.

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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

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Official Declaration of State of Emergency

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Post date April 21, 2020
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The Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke (MCK) wishes to inform the community that Chief & Council have ratified a formal decree on the Declaration of State of Emergency in regard to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The decree, via Mohawk Council Resolution (“the Resolution”), was passed by consensus at a duly-convened Council meeting held earlier today.

The passage of the Resolution was necessitated by the unprecedented nature of the global pandemic which has had a profound impact on our community. While the MCK activated the Kahnawà:ke COVID-19 Task Force (“the Task Force”) on March 16, 2020 and renewed their mandate on April 14, 2020. This next step will solidify the legal basis for decisions being made to combat COVID-19.

It is important to note that this step was taken to ensure Kahnawà:ke’s jurisdiction is protected. Though offers of assistance of any kind during this time are very much appreciated, it must be made clear that any help provided to this community by outside entities cannot be imposed; rather, any measures taken will be at the behest of Kahnawà:ke’s authorities. Further to this, declaring the state of emergency as this next step in our law will make it easier to access necessary outside funding.

“As we have stated on several occasions, the Kahnawà:ke Emergency Preparedness Law (“the Law”) provides for emergency measures to be taken in the event of imminent threat to the health and safety of the community,” said Ietsénhaienhs Tonya Perron, speaking on behalf of the MCK. “In order to facilitate certain operations connected to the current pandemic, it has become clear that the Declaration of a State of Emergency has been deemed an absolute necessity.”

Please note that, for the purposes of the Kahnawà:ke Emergency Preparedness Law, the Grand Chief, the Executive Operations Officer (acting for the Executive Director under the Law) and the Director of Justice (now Commissioner of Justice) unanimously declared the state of emergency upon the advice of the Commissioner of Public Safety (formerly Director of Community Protection). The Commissioner of Public Safety will continue to lead the COVID-19 Task Force and shall implement all necessary emergency measures under the Law to mitigate the impacts of the virus on the community and for the protection of the health and safety of the community of Kahnawà:ke.

“After a great deal of consideration, it was clear that today’s decision was necessary,” concluded Ietsénhaienhs Perron. “While, as a community, we have faced many challenges throughout our history, no one has ever seen anything like this in our lifetime. This will help us in our fight against an invisible foe.”