
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 TuesdayTuesday, March 25th
2:30 pm to 4:30 pm Maynard's Flandreau
Nourish Knowledge
Thursdays in March & April
Women's Empower Hour
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
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.

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.

Click on this link for the National Institute of Mental Health. Mental Health

Click this link to find AA meetings in our area. AA Meetings