The Minoayawin Mobile Outreach Program van, also known as The Minoayawin Van, is a community-driven initiative funded by the Province of Manitoba. Designed to provide essential primary care and harm reduction services directly to people who are struggling with housing in Thompson, we are committed to creating accessible, respectful, and effective healthcare solutions.
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Services Offered
- Harm Reduction Materials: Providing essentials like water, toiletries, other everyday basics, and other harm reduction initiatives.
- Naloxone Distribution: Offering lifesaving naloxone kits to reverse opioid overdoses
- Referral Services: Connecting individuals with the necessary resources, specialists, and additional support services to ensure comprehensive care.
- Everyday Health Support: Delivering basic health assessments, treatments and referrals
- Social Work and support: Connecting individuals to additional social and health services.
1-866-763-6667
mmopinfo@kimhealth.ca
*New Service – Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT)
The Minoayawin Mobile Outreach Program (MMOP), operated by Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin Inc. (KIM), is
now accepting referrals for opioid agonist therapy (OAT) in Thompson, Manitoba.
Opioid agonist therapy (OAT) is recognized as an effective treatment for adults living with opioid use disorder (OUD). OAT is most effective when offered alongside additional supports, such as counselling, peer support, and other services that strengthen overall wellness.
At KIM, we approach care through a harm reduction perspective. This means meeting people where they are, respecting their choices, and working alongside individuals, families, and communities as they pursue health and wellness in their own way. Care is provided without shame or judgment.
Not all substance uses leads to harm. However, the current reality of a toxic and unregulated drug supply has created a serious risk for anyone who uses unregulated opioids. Toxic drug poisoning can affect people across many circumstances. Those living with opioid use disorder and relying on the unregulated drug supply face the greatest risk of serious harm, including death.
OAT is a safe and evidence-based treatment that supports people living with opioid use disorder. The medications used in OAT provide a stable level of opioids that reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings. Research shows that OAT lowers the risk of overdose and helps reduce harms associated with opioid use disorder.
When supporting First Nations individuals who use substances, care must be grounded in a strengths-based, culturally safe, and trauma-informed approach. This approach recognizes the impacts of colonialism, intergenerational trauma, and systemic barriers, while also recognizing the strengths that exist within First Nations individuals, families, and communities.
FAQ:
WHAT IS THE MMOP OAT Program?
KIM Inc. operates the MMOP van and clinic in Thompson as a community-based outreach program that provides health care, treatment, support, and resources designed to meet the needs of First Nations. MMOP nurse practitioner is now able to provide OAT services for those who have Opioid Use Disorder (OUD).
MMOP provides outreach services in Thompson that connect people with practical supports, health services, and harm reduction resources, while building relationships based on respect, trust, and dignity.
WHAT SERVICES DOES MMOP PROVIDE?
MMOP is a team of providers including a nurse practitioner, two registered nurses and two social workers. Services include: – Counselling & support – prescription of Opioid Agonist Therapy medications. – health education & guidance – disease prevention education -primary care assessments and treatments – support to link with community-based resources – harm reduction education and supplies available.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR OAT?
• Participants must want to be part of OAT program.
• Have an Opioid Use Disorder.
• Must be over the age of 18.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR MMOP OAT PROGRAM?
A referral can be made through your care provider (family physician/nurse practitioner). An initial contact will be made to the MMOP program by your provider.
WHO CAN PAY FOR MY TRAVEL IF I AM INTERESTED IN RECEIVING TREATMENT FROM MMOP OAT PROGRAM?
Interested participants can have their travel arranged through NIHB. Your healthcare provider will determine the need and will submit forms to NIHB for approval. Once approved, just like any medical appointments, arrangements will be made through your local Nursing Station.
OTHER SITES:
While other sites are available to individuals, MMOP is an option. RAAM is also available in Thompson. MMOP is its own entity and is not affiliated with RAAM or other sites.
Refer Patients by Fax to: 204-201-2389
Consult: 1-866-763-6667 or 204-259-9619