“Finding oneself, belonging, journey to the centre of yourself”, Jeremy Neeposh
Our Intention and Approach to the Programs and Services
VISION STATEMENT
Individuals and families reclaiming Iyiyiu/Iinuu identity by re-awakening and nurturing the spirit within.
The Miskasowin Healing Lodge team guides individuals, families and communities to attain Iyiyiu/Iinuu miyupimaatisiiuun
The Miskasowin Healing Lodge aims to deliver a land-based wellness recovery center that will offer both Iyiyiu/Iinuu and mainstream clinical approaches. It will include 20 beds, with four beds designated for inpatient detoxification services, and will employ a holistic person and family-centered approach, providing culturally safe and trauma-informed care. The program will run from 30 to 90 days, depending on client needs. Target clientele are adults 18 and over.
It will also provide specialized services that aim to reduce, treat and address the challenges related to substances and addiction (alcohol, legal and illegal drugs, gambling), including harm reduction and prevention strategies.
The Healing Lodge building is expected to be completed and opened in 2026 in Chisasibi.
In the meantime, the Miskasowin team will be developing land-based gatherings and workshops (independently and in collaboration with the Nishiiyuu departement) that focus on healing with the land, culture and topics related to substance use.
As we are in the development phase of designing the programs and services, we are facilitating a process of validation and acceptance from all stakeholders internally and externally. It is our intent to be inclusive, transparent, collaborative and to provide engagement strategies that clear the way for the consensus of people in Eeyou Istchee.
MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS TO ENCOURAGE COLLECTIVE, COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS and FOSTER SHARED RESPONSIBILITY
The Miskasowin Healing Lodge will require strong partnerships in creating sustainable and collective support systems for individuals and families in their Wellness and Recovery Journeys. As we continue to develop the programs and services we will continue to facilitate a process of inclusivity, collaboration, transparency, mutual respect and empowering through community engagement. It is our intent to obtain validation, acceptance and the consensus of all stakeholders in Eeyou Istchee.
Our Engagement initiatives so far
Our Collaborators
Our Partners
Updates and announcements will be provided as soon as they become available.
