Health Centre
The Paqtnkek Health Centre opened in 2008. This $1.3M multi-purpose facility delivers more than health programs to the community. There is a board room available for booking that can be divided into two areas for meetings, classrooms and private functions. The board room comfortably seats up to thirty people. When divided into two spaces, each room can accommodate up to fifteen people privately. Polycom videoconferencing and wireless internet are on site along with a projection screen for laptop presentations to help promote any organizations’ message clearly.
On site kitchen facilities are another prime feature of the facility. Catering services can be booked as well and easily provided on site. Contact Juliana Julian or Patricia Prosper to book a space for your next function.
Healthcare Services
A variety of community health promotion, education and prevention programming are successfully delivered to the community at this bright, culturally distinct, inviting building Monday through Friday.
Dr. Steeves, a family practice physician is available the second Tuesday of each month to anyone who wishes to access health care and a pediatrician cares for the youngest patients on a referral basis. Dr. Sajiev, Dental Therapist, offers appointments for dental services three days per week. A registered nurse is on site Monday through Friday providing immunizations, home health care and pre-natal instruction to anyone in need.
Additional professional service personnel visit the Paqtnkek Health Centre regularly offering services such as foot care, clinical therapy and even acupuncture. Community members have access to legal support personnel, social and family support workers and a field worker from the Native Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselling Association is available to deliver services.
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Helpful Links
Contact Information
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Email: health@paqtnkek.ca
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Community Health / Home Care Nurse
Phone: (902) 500-2956
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Community Wellness Coordinator
Phone: (902) 386-2763 - Phone: (902) 386-2048
- Fax: (902) 386-2828
- Paqtnkek Health Centre
128 Sagamaw Road
Afton, Antigonish Co. NS
BOH 1A0
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Late Bus notice for Friday September 11th.
Eugene's morning bus run for The East and PEC will be 20 minutes late.
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Community Reminder: Check Your Naloxone Kits and share this post
Take a few minutes to:
• Check Expiry date
• Check if the packaging and equipment are damaged
• Know where where the kit is located and is easy to access
• Make sure you and others in your household know how to use it
What if naloxone is expired?
Expired naloxone should be replaced as soon as possible.
If an opioid overdose is happening and the only naloxone available is expired, use it while waiting for a new kit. Naloxone can lose potency after its expiry date, so additional doses may be needed, but an early dose make save a life.
Need a new kit?
The Paqtnkek Health Centre can provide you with a new naloxone kit. If your kit is expired, damaged, or has been used, contact the Health Centre for a replacement.
If you see someone experiencing a suspected opioid overdose:
Call 911 → Give naloxone → Stay with the person → Give additional doses if needed.
Please take a moment today to check your kit, know where it is, and know how to use it.
Lets work together and support one another in keeping our community safe.
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Potluck Dinner Party!
Sept 28th 5-7pm At the Gym
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Paqtnkek Family Swims, every Saturday 3-4pm until Oct 24th!
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