Naspici miyomahcihowin (continuous good health) and wellness

The intention of the research is to have the Aboriginal women’s thoughts and words assist in determining the parameters of an Aboriginal Women’s Health Centre that would meet the health needs of Aboriginal women living in Saskatoon. [...] The purpose of the project was to gain a better understanding of Aboriginal women’s access to health services in the city, to identify gaps in services, and to develop a shared vision of an Aboriginal Women’s Health Centre that would meet the women’s health needs. [...] Continuous Good Health ii Naspici Miyomahcihowin Naspici Miyomahcihowin 1 Continuous Good Health INTRODUCTION The Aboriginal Women’s Health GOALS OF THE RESEARCH Research Project was developed and guided by the Saskatoon Aboriginal Women’s Health PROJECT Research Committee, a group of First Nations and Metis women interested in improving The goals of the Aboriginal Women’s Health health services f [...] For over a year, the •. To utilize a community-based methodol- committee has worked to bring this project to ogy to empower the participants to work completion and continues to meet and to towards a vision of health that meets their work toward a vision of an Aboriginal needs as Aboriginal women and as citizens Women’s Health Centre in Saskatoon. [...] One of the main themes that played • Safety, health and community support out many times in the focus group sessions services for children and youth was the lack of information and the lack of • Family services that connect the whole access to available services.