Avis public
(Norman Wells, June 16, 2024) – Effective immediately the Cassien Edgi Health and Social Services Centre will close as the community evacuation continues. This closure will be in place until further notice.
A mobile paramedic service is stationed in the community to address basic health needs in the community and for first responders until services can be re-established at the health centre. Emergency services personnel in community will be able to reach the paramedic by radio in the event of any communication outages.
Paramedics will provide services to meet basic health needs for urgent concerns. However; anyone who needs further treatment or assessment may need to be moved out of the community for care depending on their condition.
If residents wish to speak with a Registered Nurse they are encouraged to call 811. For any medical emergencies please call 867-496-0004
The following information is for residents of Fort Good Hope who have travelled to Norman Wells.
Health services in Norman Wells
For medical emergencies – call 911, or (867) 444-4321.
To talk to a Registered Nurse for non-urgent health advice – call 811
Prescription refills, missed appointments, or other Primary Care needs – call (867) 587-3333, or present to the Health Centre between 8:30AM-5:00PM M-F.
Child and Family Services Supports:
Anyone from an evacuated community who is currently in Norman Wells who is in need of Child and Family Services supports please contact (867) 444-6615.
For Child Protection matters, please call (867) 444-1142
Mental Health Supports
Anyone in Norman Wells can access the community counselling program by calling (867) 444-6000. Drop-in mental health supports are also available at the Health Centre during the week beginning Monday, 17 June, from 8:30AM-5:00PM M-F.
In addition to services delivered by the NTHSSA community counselling teams the following supports are also available:
NWT Help Line
Dial 811 or 1-844-259-1793 to speak with a registered nurse for general health advice or mental wellness support
Kids Help Phone
1-800-668-6868
Or text CONNECT to 686868
Canada Suicide Prevention Service
1-833-456-4566
Hope For Wellness
1-855-242-3310
Family Violence Crisis line
1-866-223-7775
Emergency and Wildfire Updates
Further information about health and social services will be provided via the NTHSSA website (www.nthssa.ca) and duplicated at the NTHSSA Facebook page as needed.