Somerset West Community Health Centre
Nelson Ijenwa is an experienced professional in community health and harm reduction, currently serving as the Team Lead for Consumption Treatment Services at Somerset West Community Health Centre since October 2023. In this role, Nelson leads program activities focusing on data collection, analysis, and research while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with relevant policies. Prior experience includes acting as an Overnight Team Lead at Fred Victor, where leadership and team support were emphasized, alongside competencies in housing and mental health case management. Nelson's background also features work as a Harm Reduction Worker and Mobile Greeter, where responsibilities included crisis intervention, overdose prevention, and supporting interdisciplinary teamwork. Educational qualifications include a Diploma in Developmental Services Worker from City College of Business Health & Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Delta State University, Nigeria.
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Somerset West Community Health Centre
Somerset West Community Health Centre (SWCHC) is a interprofessional agency offering a diverse spectrum of programming, in order to promote optimal health and social well-being among community members. Priority is given to individuals with unique needs, including single parent families, those who are financially insecure, new Canadians, and persons coping with various disabilities. SWCHC welcomes and supports individuals of all gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and ethnicities. SWCHC serves a large multicultural area in Ottawa’s centre west, including Dalhousie, Hintonburg, Mechanicsville, and West Wellington, with a population of approximately 40,000 persons. Much of the community’s population is made up of new immigrants to Canada, who face many struggles which for many include a lack of English language skills.