In June 2020, the Indigenous Healing Space was established through a partnership with Atlohsa Family Healing Services. The creation of this space is a direct response to two of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action under health care, “to address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual harms caused by residential schools,” by recognizing "the value of Aboriginal healing practices and use them in the treatment of Aboriginal patients in collaboration with Aboriginal healers and Elders, where requested by Aboriginal patients."
The Indigenous Healing Space offers patients, their families, and staff a safer place for opportunities to grow within an Indigenous-led and informed environment of care at LHSC. Traditional Health Practices, Ceremony and Traditional Teachings are offered on a weekly basis.
The Indigenous Healing Space will also be utilized for creating a collaborative atmosphere whereby other Indigenous health-care agencies can have a dedicated space to provide support services for their clients should they require hospitalization.
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Accessing the Indigenous Healing Space
Who can access these services?
The Indigenous Healing Space is open to all with priority to First Nations, Inuit and Metis people seeking care at London Health Sciences Centre and Children’s Hospital, and their families.
How can I access the Healing Space?
Health-care providers and community agencies can book the space by contacting indigenoushealth@lhsc.on.ca or phone 519-685-8500 extension: 52049.
If you require navigation support, please phone 519-685-8500 extension: 55884.
Location:
Indigenous Healing Space
E1-204, Victoria Hospital, London Health Sciences Centre
800 Commissioners Rd E., London, ON
P.O. Box 5010
