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MISSION STATEMENT
 
Overall health and sacred wellness for the people a tribal community filled
 
with culturally integrated education, healthy lifestyle skills and wellness.
 
Diabetes Management

Health & Wellness

Here you will find a listing of UPCOMING EVENTS specifically designed for the management of diabetes.

  • Community Events

Every Tuesday

9 am to 11:30 am Health Center

Wicozani Gathering

Diabetic Clinic Every Tuesday

Tuesday, March 25th

2:30 pm to 4:30 pm Maynard's Flandreau

Nourish Knowledge

Informational Flyer

Thursdays in March & April

5 pm to 6 pm
Wellness Center

Women's Empower Hour

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Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI)

Our Special Diabetes Program for Indians (SDPI) Team consists of our Public Health and Wellness Team, an Activities Coordinator and Registered Dietitian. Together, they develop health and wellness programs & events aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle through education on diabetic prevention and maintenance, putting the focusing on "Wicozani" and overall sacred wellness. The SDPI team often collaborates with Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribal Education and Dakota Language to deliver culturally aware health education, classes, and additional support.

Meet Our Diabetes Management Team

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WELLNESS & FITNESS

The Interim Wellness Center (IWC) was introduced in January of 2024 and is located on the East side of the Wicoicaga Otipi Community Center (WOCC). This space functions as both a Fitness Center and a hub for Community Health Education and Disease Prevention. Our Activities Coordinator and Recreation Technicians operate from here working closely with Wellness center members, providing individual and group fitness opportunities. It welcomes all patients from the Flandreau Santee Sioux Tribal Health Center, as well as Tribal employees and their families. Staff at FSST HC, IWC and WOCC often collaborate to provide Culturally Sensitive Programs and Health Awareness events .Eligible person(s) must sign a waiver to utilize the Interim Wellness Center equipment.

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Healthy Eating

Diabetic Recipes

Healthy Eating Tips

What you put in definitely affects your ability to manage your diabetes. Here are some helpful tips from the American Diabetes Association. Click on the American Diabetes Association link below for helpful tips and ideas for food and nutrition relating to diabetes management.

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