Espanola, ON — Espanola Regional Hospital and Health Centre (ERHHC) is pleased to welcome Autohm Beland as our new Indigenous Engagement and Cultural Safety Lead.
A proud member of Atikameksheng Anishnawbek, Autohm brings a combination of professional experience, community knowledge, lived experience, and a strong commitment to advancing culturally safe and respectful healthcare for indigenous patients, families and communities.
Autohm is a Registered Practical Nurse with experience in community health, clinical care, addiction and wellness programming, indigenous health initiatives, program development and wholistic service planning. Through her work, she has developed a strong understanding of the importance of relationship building, advocacy, collaboration, and creating healthcare environments where indigenous patients and families feel respected heard and supported.
In her new role at ERHHC, Autohm will work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team, staff, healthcare providers, and Indigenous communities to help make care more welcoming, respectful, and culturally safe for Indigenous patients and families. She will support patients as they navigate the healthcare system, help address barriers to care, strengthen community relationships, and ensure Indigenous voices and perspectives are reflected in the services and care provided at ERHHC.
Please join us in welcoming Autohm to the Espanola Regional Hospital team.