Traditional Health Services with Dan Garcia
Noojmowin Teg Health Centre 48 Hillside Road, Aundeck Omni KningTraditional Ceremony and Services: Sweat Lodge Ceremony Fanning Off Cedar Foot Soaks Individual, Couple of Family Counselling Various Teachings: Men's Roles and Responsibilities Stages of Life Spirits Journey Fire Teachings Fasting Teachings Sweat Lodge Teachings Dan Garcia, also known as Ozowmukwanidoo which translates to Yellow Spirit Bear. Dan is Turtle Clan and is originally from Walpole Island First Nation, Bkejwanong. Dan currently resides in Whitefish River First Nation with his family. He is the proud father of five beautiful children and grandfather to three grandchildren. He has been attaining cultural knowledge for over 23 years by participating in singing with big drum, hand drumming, various teachings, fasting, helping with and conducting various ceremonies. Dan has reclaimed and utilized cultural teachings to overcome issues such as childhood trauma, violence, and addictions issues. His approach to living a healthy lifestyle is based on cultural teachings and principles from the Anishinabek Nation. For more information or to book an initial appointment, please contact: Renee Kozachanko Traditional Intake Care Coordinator Phone: (705) 968-0809 Email: Renee.Kozachanko@nthc.ca To book a follow up appointment, please contact: Crystal Clark-McGregor Cultural Support Worker Phone: (705) 968-0181 Email: Crystal.Clark-McGregor@nthc.ca