NATIVE HEALTH Newsletter
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Volume 17, Issue 2 - February 2023 |
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Each month I look back at our old newsletters to see what we've accomplished. We have done a lot in a year! We continue to provide COVID vaccines, flu shots, and other vaccines and tests to keep the community healthy with our medical outreach team. I am proud of the work they continue to do that serves underserved communities. We look for and develop new programs that encourage healthy living. We have some great things planned for this year so we hope you will keep in touch and see what interests you. We have just announced our Bike Rodeo on March 18 and our Annual Prayer Walk and Breakfast for Saturday, March 25.
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NATIVE HEALTH Mesa hosted a sign unveiling and new name, NATIVE HEALTH Business Center, in early January with our Board of Directors. NATIVE HEALTH Mesa is located at 777 West Southern Avenue, at the southeast corner of Southern and Extension in Mesa. NATIVE HEALTH owns the entire city block and ie provide primary medical, behavioral health, WIC, wellness programs, food pantry, cultural programming, cooking classes, and now we're re-introducing Arizona@Work on Tuesday mornings. If you're in the area, stop by, and see what programs might interest you and your family.
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January was an incredibly busy and successful month! We worked with NFL Green in partnership with the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee, Verizon, APS and the Arizona Cardinals and hosted a greening event at our Mesa location. Through a grant, we were able to add some beautiful Indigenous landscaping at our Mesa location. Many plants were planted and over 18 tons of gravel was spread to beautify the space. In addition, we collaborated with Randy Kemp to provide beautiful flute music, Ipa Dutchover who provided a Blessing and Land Acknowledgement, and Kristopher Dosela and the Chi Chino Spirt Dancers and Hope's Frybread to provide cultural significance to the participants.
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As you might know, there is a lot of suspected human trafficking going on with Native Americans in the metro-Phoenix area. NATIVE HEALTH took the lead by organizing a meeting with key stakeholders (photo left). This meeting resulted in a lot of good dialogue and hearing from partners from health service providers, state health and AHCCCS, as well as law enforcement. It’s important to the community that the issue is recognized and that responsible organizations are acting.
That week also saw an Arizona@Work Re-Entry Job Fair at NATIVE HEALTH Central where 14 employers interviewed and met with individuals with background challenges. NATIVE HEALTH provided lunch, haircuts, clothing, and bus passes to attendees. This was a great event and we are hopeful that many people walked away with jobs or job offers.
February also saw two very successful Native American elder brunches, with 108 elders participating. They received home safety items and Indigenous Food Boxes. We heard tremendous feedback. People reconnected and others made new friends. Elders requested more frequent gatherings and we are working on some new programs. The first one is in collaboration with AT Still University and this is fall prevention program, a Matter of Balance, and will be beginning at the end of the March.
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We have received word that the Public Health Emergency (PHE) is officially ending May 1. This means that if you, or someone you know, is on AHCCCS and have received a letter, text, email, or phone call, you must respond, or YOU MAY BE DROPPED FROM AHCCCS.
Beginning April 1, you may be dropped. NATIVE HEALTH has Family Health Advocates that can assist you in updating your information. It's fast, easy and they'll make sure your information is updated so you don't get dropped.
For an appointment with our Family Health Advocates, either in person or via phone, please call (602) 279-5262.
Don't delay and possibly lose your coverage!
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February has a lot of health observances. This includes Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Children's Dental Health Month, Black History Month, and American Heart Month.
We are celebrating Children's Dental Health Month with two Tea with the Tooth Fairy events, one at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa on Tuesday, February 21, and one at NATIVE HEALTH Central on Thursday, February 23. There will be cooking classes, photos with the Tooth Fairy, crafts, and much more. For more information or to RSVP email Lanasha.
NATIVE HEALTH continues to work on these initiatives. If you read the newsletter, you will see a lot of activities and programs addressing these topics. We continue to think outside the box and engage the community with programs we hope you will participate in, enjoy, and learn something.
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We are pleased to announce that we're expanding our partnership with Arizona @ Work. They are starting at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa on Tuesday mornings. If you, or someone you know, needs assistance please stop by NATIVE HEALTH Mesa and meet with Tamara.
This service continues to expand at NATIVE HEALTH Central and is offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Veterans Services is provided on Thursdays. Please stop by and see how they can assist you and your family.
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NATIVE HEALTH continues to function with pride, passion, and purpose to serve the community and address the needs.
I hope you take time to read the newsletter and keep up on our social media for upcoming events. We post daily with a lot of community events and announcements.
NATIVE HEALTH is actively supporting you and your family by staying connected. Want to stay connected on a daily basis with NATIVE HEALTH and the community happenings? Did you know you can check out our Facebook page even if you don't have Facebook? Click here to view our Facebook page. There are many opportunities that come up outside of the newsletter. As soon as we receive important information, we post it on our Facebook page.
We are here to support you and your family and hope you will take advantage of the programs offered by NATIVE HEALTH.
We are grateful for you. We wish you and your family a happy Valentine's Day!
Until next month,
Walter Murillo
Chief Executive Officer
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4041 North Central Avenue, Building C
Phoenix, Arizona 85012
P (602) 279-5262
F (602) 279-5390
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Medical Hours:
Monday-Friday,
8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Virtual Health Care -
8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
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Same Day Medical Appointments:
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
NATIVE HEALTH, NHW Community Health Center and NATIVE HEALTH Mesa accepts all AHCCCS (Medicaid) Health Plans and American Indian Health Program. CMDP and many private insurance plans are accepted.
Sliding fee scale available at NATIVE HEALTH and NHW Community Health Center. Please email Amanda for additional information or you may call (602) 279-5262.
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Emergency Dental Appointments:
Monday-Friday
8:00-10:00 a.m. and 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Walk-in emergency dental appointments are available on a walk-in basis. First come, first served.
Routine dental care is done by appointment. For more information or to make an dental appointment, please call Gina at (602) 279-5262 x 14010 or her.
All AHCCCS Plans, American Indian Health Program, CMDP, and private insurance plans are accepted. Sliding fee scale available.
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Behavioral Health:
Monday-Friday
Accepts AHCCCS for behavioral health services.
Behavioral Health Intakes are available by appointment and on a limited walk-in basis. In-person or virtual assessments are available Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. following completion of intake documentation. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early for your intake appointment to complete necessary paperwork. Forms may now be completed online through NATIVE HEALTH's website, if preferred.
NATIVE HEALTH is an AHCCCS Complete Care provider and accepts all AHCCCS plans. For more information contact Carmen at (602) 279-5262 x 12003 or email her.
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Services:
Group counseling services now held in an individual counseling format.
- Substance Abuse Treatment Program
- Domestic Violence Offender Group for Men
- Case Management services now provided telephonically
- Domestic Violence Victim Advocate Support
- Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention support
- Other services, for ages 6+
- Individual, family and group counseling
- Psychiatry
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Veterans Toolkit Services
Available on Thursdays, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information call (602) 279-5262 x 43008.
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Arizona Department of Economic Security - Division of Benefits and Medical Eligibility -
Services are available at NATIVE HEALTH Central and are available Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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Arizona Department of Economic Security - ARIZONA@WORK.
ARIZONA@WORK employment assistance is available Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Please call (602) 279-5262, x 43007.
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777 West Southern Avenue, Building C, Suite 301
Mesa, Arizona 85210
P (602) 279-5262
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Medical Services:
Building E
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Same day appointments available.
Virtual Health Care: 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
NATIVE HEALTH Mesa accepts all AHCCCS (Medicaid) Health Plans and American Indian Health Program. For additional information call (602) 279-5262.
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Behavioral Health Services:
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Behavioral Health intakes are by appointment and a walk-in basis. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early for your intake appointment to complete necessary paperwork. Forms may now be completed online through NATIVE HEALTH's website, if preferred. All AHCCCS plans accepted. NATIVE HEALTH is an AHCCCS Complete Care provider. For information or to make an appointment contact LaShauntai at (602) 279-5262 x 22004 or email her. Services include individual and family counseling, as well as parenting.
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Food Distribution for Children, Individuals and Families:
8:00 a.m.-noon, Tuesday-Friday, Building B, south side. Must self certify need for individuals and families.
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Health Start, Home Visiting and LAUNCH Programs:
Information and enrollment. Call for information.
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WIC Hours:
NATIVE HEALTH WIC will continue to provide services by phone at 1-(800) 470-5930. If you've received a text from NATIVE HEALTH WIC, you can text back with questions or concerns.
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Arizona@Work
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Tuesdays. Assistance with soft skills, resumes, job interviews, and much more. They can help individuals with background issues.
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2423 W. Dunlap, Suite 140
Phoenix, Arizona 85021
P (602) 279-5262
F (602) 279-5361
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Medical Hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Virtual Health Care: 8:00 a.m.-7:00. p.m.
Dental Hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Dental emergency walk-ins, first come, first served
For an appointment please contact Virgina at (602) 279-5262 x 14040 or email her.
Starting November 2021, the Northwest Extension Phase II Light Rail Extension Construction has changed. Patients and clients of NHW Community Health Center should plan and expect intermittent traffic restrictions. There ARE alternate ways to get to NHW Community Health Center. To access the map, please click here.
NHW Community Health Center accepts all AHCCCS (Medicaid) Health Plans and American Indian Health Program. CMDP and many private insurance plans are accepted. Sliding fee scale available. For additional information call (602) 279-5262.
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Behavioral Health Services:
Monday-Friday
Now accepting AHCCCS for behavioral health services.
Behavioral Health intakes are by appointment and a walk-in basis Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 pm. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early for your intake appointment to complete necessary paperwork. Forms may now be completed online through NATIVE HEALTH's website, if preferred. For information or to make an appointment contact Corey at (602) 279-5262 x 32004 or email him.
Services:
Individual and family counseling
Tele-Psychiatry on site
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NATIVE HEALTH - Photos from January
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NATIVE HEALTH attended the 28th Annual Indian Nations And Tribes Legislative Day at the State Capitol. |
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted Phoenix Indian Center to provide Navajo Nation, Maricopa County, and Arizona voter registration. They will be on site monthly to provide this service. |
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted two successful (and tasty) Read it and Eat classes in January. Participants made Turkey Pinwheels. Mesa Public Library provided a story time at NATIVE HEALTH's Mesa's class. Thank you to Arizona Complete Health for their continued support of this program. |
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted Val from Val's Frybread. She demonstrated how to make a healthy spaghetti squash dish. |
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Light rail construction continues on Dunlap Avenue in front of NHW Community Health Center. A new sign was installed to help with way finding. |
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NATIVE HEALTH would again like to thank Debbie Hamilton for her donation of this month's beautiful, handmade quilt, "Colorful Squares." Each month Debbie spends countless hours designing and sewing these quilts. They are then given to a child in NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visiting Program.
Thank you Debbie for continuing to make a difference!
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank the Foundation for Hospital Art. They provided three sets of artwork panels for NATIVE HEALTH Central and NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. They are beautifying the clinics and conference rooms. Thank you Foundation for Hospital Art for these beautiful pieces of art. |
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted two Native American Elder Brunches. Participants enjoyed conversation, a delicious brunch, health fair screenings, COVID and flu vaccines, distribution of home safety devices and an Indigenous Food Box. Keep watching for more elder programming. |
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted an Arizona@Work Background Friendly Job Fair in January. It was a great event. Over 140 people came and met with employers. 12 people got haircuts, almost 80 bus passes were distributed, and 120 sandwich wraps were given out! Thank you to Arizona @ Work, the 12 employers, Community Legal Services, and Top Tier Barbershop, for making this a successful Background Friendly Hiring and Resources Event! Watch for the next event in April.
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NATIVE HEALTH Mesa received an incredibly generous donation of cases and cases of books from the City of Mesa. Thank you, Mesa for your support and providing books to the community we serve. |
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NATIVE HEALTH Central hosted Read it and Eat. After a story time and cooking, participants took home a bag of produce. This program is funded by Arizona Complete Health. We appreciate their continued support. |
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NATIVE HEALTH Mesa hosted a beading class. Participants enjoyed learning how to bead and some tips on relaxing! Keep watching for monthly Indigenous cooking and craft classes. |
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Wellbearto was working working, working! He loves keeping up on his fan mail and looking for new places to travel. |
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Wellbearto took a quick jaunt to Sedona. |
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Wellbearto was tired from the drive from Phoenix to Sedona so he took a quick rest. |
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Wellbearto loves fire pits. He decided to warm up before getting back in the car to head back to Phoenix. |
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Wellbearto stopped at this rest stop and checked out the mountain bikes. |
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He also loved the scenery in Sedona. |
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Follow Wellbearto on Facebook. You can also find him on NATIVE HEALTH's website!
You never know where you will find him!
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NATIVE HEALTH's Program Offerings |
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NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Garden News |
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In January we hosted a Kids Garden Club. Children made new Native language plant signs and learned how to say different plants in their Native languages; shelled traditional varieties of corn and beans that were grown in monsoon season; harvested veggies each week to take home, and did lots more!
Thank you to everyone who signed up for At-Home Garden Warriors - Spring 2023. We will be emailing you the dates and times for the garden kit pick up.
We would also like to thank the volunteers who joined our monthly Second Saturday Garden Volunteer Workday in January! We appreciate your hard work and dedication. Our next Second Saturday Garden Volunteer Workday will be on February 11, from 8:00-10:00 a.m., located at NATIVE HEALTH’s Traditional Garden (1822 West Pierson Street, in Phoenix). There is free covered parking at the 19 Avenue and Camelback Road Park and Ride. Closed-toe shoes are required for all garden events.
What to Plant in February:
February is the start of the spring growing season in the Valley.
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You can plant these veggies all month: root veggies (beets, carrots, radishes, etc.); leafy greens (lettuce, kale, swiss chard, spinach, etc.); flowers.
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Plant these seeds after February 15: beans, corn, cucumber, eggplant, melon/watermelon, summer and winter squash, sunflowers.
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Transplant the following plant starts after February 15: Chiles/peppers, eggplants, tomatoes.
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Participants in the Kid's Garden Program shelled and gathered seeds. |
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Kiddos also learned about planting and harvested cold weather crops such as cabbage and cauliflower. |
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NATIVE HEALTH's Tea with the Tooth Fairy |
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February is Children's Dental Health Month. NATIVE HEALTH is celebrating Children's Dental Health Month and Read it and Eat by hosting TWO wonderful Tea with the Tooth Fairy events, one at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa, and one at NATIVE HEALTH Central.
Participants will cook a healthy dish, take photos with the Tooth Fairy, read a story, make some crafts, have mini-manicures and much, much more!
For more information or to RSVP so we have enough supplies, please contact Lanasha.
Thank you to Arizona Complete Health for continued funding of Read it and Eat.
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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month |
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February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Teen dating violence is a specific form of intimate partner violence (IPV) that affects teens. According to the CDC, teen dating violence can consist of physical violence, sexual violence, psychological aggression, and/or stalking. As many of you are probably aware, teen dating violence can also occur virtually, through texting/sexting, social media platforms, chat rooms, and/or other virtual environments. This concept may sound scary, and it is. However, there are many ways to protect yourself or your loved one who may be experiencing teen dating violence. The first step is to identify the warning signs, which may include depression, isolation, anxiety, dishonesty, or engagement in risky/harmful behaviors. Next, it is important to talk to the individual and allow them a safe space to talk about their experience. They may not be interested in seeking help right now, but it is important for them to know that help exists, and that there are supportive, non-judgmental people out there who are willing and able to help (like you)!
The teen years make up one of the most important and formative developmental stages that we go through, so helping teens to understand what healthy relationships look like is also very important. The good dating and relationship habits that teens learn now will carry over into adulthood. Remember that even though teens may not always talk to you, they are still listening and watching. And if you’re not comfortable being the one to talk to your teen about the dangers of dating violence and how to build healthy relationships, please know that there are other resources and supports available.
NATIVE HEALTH also hosts a teen healthy decision-making group called Native STAND (Students Together Against Negative Decisions), which includes topics related to healthy relationships. For more information about this virtual group service, please contact Kayla Rae Wakeland at (602) 279-5262 or via email.
For more general information and resources regarding teen dating violence, please visit Love is Respect, and CDC's Intimate Partner Violence, If you need urgent and confidential help regarding an abusive relationship, please contact Love is Respect: all: 1-866-331-9474 or Text: ‘LOVEIS’ to 22522.
Free, confidential, and culturally-relevant support for Native American and Alaska Native teens and young adults experiencing dating abuse and sexual violence is available 24/7 every day through the StrongHearts Native Helpline, a partnership with the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center. Call: 844.7NATIVE (762.8483)
NATIVE HEALTH also has a Domestic Violence Assistance Program. For more information or assistance, please call (602) 279-5262 x 12012 or email Madara.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Diabetes Educator |
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February is Heart Month, and there is no better time to understand how to take care of yours. The first step is knowing, and then managing, your ABCs: hemoglobin a1c, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
Hemoglobin a1c is a lab value that represents your average blood sugar over three months. It tests how much sugar is attached to your red blood cells. If your hemoglobin a1c is high, your blood may be thick and sticky, which causes it to move slowly through your body. This can lead to blood clots that block blood vessels in your heart and other organs. If you have diabetes, getting your hemoglobin a1c below 7% (an average blood glucose of 154 mg/dl) will reduce your risk of heart disease and other complications. There are many factors that affect blood sugar and hemoglobin a1c. Healthy eating, staying active, taking medications and managing stress can help you lower your hemoglobin a1c. Losing just 5-7% of your body weight can also help improve your blood sugar management.
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries when your heart beats. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, causes the heart to pump harder over time. This can lead to stroke and heart failure, as well as affect other organs like the kidneys and eyes. If you have diabetes, you want to keep your blood pressure below 120/80 to prevent complications. To lower your blood pressure, limit your sodium (salt) intake, avoid alcohol and tobacco, get regular physical activity, take all prescribed medications, and manage stress. If you are overweight, for every pound you lose, your blood pressure can decrease by one point.
A cholesterol test, also called a lipid panel, measures the amount of certain fats in your blood. They are not all harmful. Cholesterol is a waxy substance that we need, but it is already made by our liver. Additional cholesterol comes from our diet. When we have too much cholesterol in our body, it can build up and form a plaque in the walls of your arteries. This narrows the arteries, making it harder for blood to flow to the heart. The lipid panel measures our total cholesterol, LDL or “bad” cholesterol, HDL or “good” cholesterol, and triglycerides. Goals for these lab values are less than 200 mg/dl for total cholesterol, LDL below 70 mg/dl, HDL above 40 mg/dl for men and 50 mg/dl for women, and triglycerides below 150/dl. To improve your lipid panels, eat a diet rich in plant foods that provide fiber and limiting high-products and establish an exercise routine.
If you want to manage your ABCs, a good place to start is your diet. Use the plate method – fill one half of your plate with non-starchy vegetables, fill one quarter with complex carbohydrates, and fill the remaining quarter with lean protein. The vegetables contain fiber that fills you up and helps to lower cholesterol, as well as potassium to help manage your blood pressure. The protein supports weight loss by helping you stay full and preserving your muscle mass to keep the metabolism active. It also breaks down slowly, which helps to keep your blood sugar stable. Complex carbohydrates are another source of fiber, which also helps to keep you feeling satisfied so you can eat less and stabilizes blood sugar in addition to lowering cholesterol. If you need more guidance with meal planning, meet with a registered dietitian to establish a healthy routine that will keep you and your heart thriving.
For more information or to make an appointment with NATIVE HEALTH's Certified Diabetes Educator, please call (602) 279-5262.
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NATIVE HEALTH - AHCCCS Application Assistance |
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The Family Health Advocates at NATIVE HEALTH would like to let you know that the Public Health Emergency (PHE) is now scheduled to end. The eligibility standards have been reevaluated and implemented once again. It is best to submit a renewal application, since most of the benefits have been ongoing since the pandemic has begun.
We highly suggest renewing your Arizona Medicaid benefits soon, or you may be discontinued and may no longer meet eligibility standards. The Family Health Advocates (FHA) at each NATIVE HEALTH location offer services for Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS) and nutrition assistance (SNAP) benefits. Aside from enrollment services our FHAs can also give a variety of information about other programs within the NATIVE HEALTH organization. You can call into our facility to make an appointment or be seen as a walk-in. The FHA team is also available via tele-enrollment, over the phone, if that is convenient for you.
Your Arizona Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Programs (CHIP) health coverage includes well- child checkups, dental services, and immunizations at no cost to you. Take the time to enroll within our Arizona Medicaid and CHIP programs, its free and you will be on your way in no time!
DES will continue to mail out information regarding AHCCCS and CHIP program eligibility and renewing benefits in coming weeks so keep an eye out for any correspondence from DES.
There is absolutely no cost to you, if you want to apply for benefits with one of our FHAs. FHA assistance is free to the public and you do not have to be a registered patient for assistance. Please contact Andrell Williams at (602) 279-5262, x 21005 or email her for additional information regarding applying for AHCCCS or any other related questions.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Indigenous Wellness & Tribal Practices Programs |
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Hello from the Indigenous Wellness Program! We hope all of you have had a great start to the New Year! February is American Heart Month, meaning that we should all do our part in focusing on our cardiovascular health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans and Native Americans.
In 2020 alone, 697,000 people in the United Stated died from heart disease, that’s one in every five deaths. We should all strive to spread awareness in improving our cardiovascular health, whether it be a riding a bike, going to the gym, or even a brisk walk. Any movement that increases your heart rate is great!
Healthy adults should partake in 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity every week, which is about 30 minutes, five times a week. Moderate-intensity aerobic exercises include brisk walking, dancing, hiking, swimming, etc.
Children and adolescents should participate in 60 minutes of physical activity daily, whether through physical education, transportation, sports, free play, and even planned exercise. Activities should be a combination of moderate-vigorous activities. We encourage our youth to stay active as an active child has greater chance of carrying an active lifestyle into adulthood. Physical activity for children include yard work, bike riding, walking to and from school, and any recreational sports.
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We know some of you have busy schedules, but dedicating 20-30 minutes each day of some physical activity will help contribute to a healthy heart. In most cases, heart disease is preventable by people who adopt a healthy lifestyle, which include maintaining a healthy weight, controlling blood sugar and cholesterol, not smoking, and getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity a week.
For more information on upcoming classes and events, or questions, please reach out to Adrian via email.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Youth Resiliency and Tribal Practices Programs |
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The Youth Resiliency Program is available for Native American Youth ages 11-24, we assist with connection to behavioral health services, cultural events, and activities. The Youth Council/Book Club meets at least once a month. Youth and their families are welcome.
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Calling all Native American youth ages 11-24 and parents (if youth are under 18)! Please join us on Friday, February 10, 2023, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa! We will be getting creative and making Valentine’s Day Cards. While also playing a game of Healthy Relationships BINGO and more! This is a great time to discuss the importance of establishing healthy friendships and relationships. All supplies provided! Limited Space Available.
For more information or to register, click here.
Parents, please be aware of your own comfort & children’s maturity level as the discussion topics will touch on current situations of youth, teens, and young adults experience as they become interested in establishing friendships and relationships. The event's purpose is to increase awareness of healthy self-esteem, encourage healthy relationships and provide skills to express needs when entering friendships and relationships. The topics discussed are important for all teenage growth and development. However, it’s important to understand if you and your child are ready to engage in these conversations. This event is meant to be engaging and fun. However, serious topics such as domestic violence, sexual assault, substance abuse and suicide prevention might be discussed at some point. Behavioral Health staff will be present at the event to offer support and resources as needed.
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A great way to strengthen Leadership Skills and make friends is by getting involved in our Book Club Youth Council! We have great discussions connecting the books to Indigenous topics and life skills. We focus on enhancing cultural knowledge and mental health awareness for the youth. Indigenous Youth 11-24 years old are welcome to join. Book club meetings occur virtually bi-weekly on Thursday evenings and do not exceed more than an hour. All the books and supplies are provided! We are starting new book soon and would love to welcome new members.
For more information about any of these programs or to register for the Young Indigenous Readers please contact Britney.
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By educating our friends and family about suicide and mental illness we can spread the word that suicide CAN BE PREVENTED.
If you would like additional behavioral health resources, including connections to medical or behavioral health appointments, food bags, employment resources, health insurance, or community resources please reach out to Britney.
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Indigenous Wellness and Youth Resiliency staff participated in Mesa Public Schools' Indigenous Pathway to Success. |
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The Youth Resiliency and Tribal Practices Programs hosted an Arizona landscape and pictures of home Painting Night. Watch for more upcoming events. |
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The Youth Resiliency Program attended the Mesa Public Schools' Family Culture Night. The families learned about Blue Corn Mush and enjoyed a cooking demonstration. It was delicious! For more information about the Youth Resiliency Program email bjoe@nachci.com
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NATIVE HEALTH's Mpox, COVID, and Flu Vaccines |
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Mpox vaccine, JYNNEOS, is now available at NATIVE HEALTH Central. The Outreach team has joined group efforts with Maricopa County Public Health to make Mpox vaccine accessible to those who need it. We are hoping to reach out to those most at risk for contracting mpox. Currently, data suggest that gay, bisexual, men who have sex with men, and individuals with multiple sex partners, make up the majority of Mpox cases. However, anyone who has been in close or personal contact with someone who has Mpox is at risk. JYNNEOS vaccine is approved for prevention of smallpox and Mpox. You can protect yourself and your community by getting vaccinated if you were exposed to or are at a higher risk of being exposed to Mpox. Please reach out to our Outreach Nurse Manager, Amber, at (602) 279-5262 x 14011 to set up a confidential Mpox vaccine appointment. |
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COVID-19 Vaccines. Are you up to date? You are considered up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines if you have completed the primary series and received the most recent booster, recommended by the CDC.
Did you know there is a new Bivalent Booster from Pfizer and Moderna for those 6 months and older? Both are made to offer better protection against Omicron variants (BA.4 and BA.5). These variants are the most recently seen strains and are more contagious than earlier strains. It is important to make sure you are up to date for the best protection.
Pfizer Bivalent booster is now available at all NATIVE HEALTH clinics. You can call for an appointment, and walk-ins are always welcome. The Bivalent booster is formulated to better protect against the most recent circulating COVID-19 variant, Omicron (BA.4 and BA.5).
Flu shots are also available at all NATIVE HEALTH locations.
KNOW YOUR STATUS! Concierge HIV Testing Now Available! HIV testing is now available at your home or office! We will come to you to provide confidential HIV testing that takes only 20 minutes from start to finish. Test on your time, in the comfort of your own surroundings. Schedule your concierge HIV testing by calling Nurse Amber at (602) 279-5262 x14011. Concierge HIV Testing is available Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Not sure if you are due for a booster? Call NATIVE HEALTH, we can help you get up to date on your COVID-19 vaccine! Please call our vaccine experts with any questions at (602) 541-8680. Ready to schedule your COVID-19 bivalent booster, call our clinic for an appointment. (602) 279-5262. You may also contact Amber via email.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visiting Programs |
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The Home Visiting Program is excited to host our first potluck for our February Group Connection. Families participating in the Home Visiting Program will be able to enjoy fun Valentine’s activities, story time, and eating delicious blue corn pancakes, fruits, and veggies. The Health Start Program will be join us on presenting on attachment and bonding. Families will also be able to bring side dishes to share. We look forward to sharing some fun photos on NATIVE HEALTH social media page.
The Home Visiting Program offers services to families within Maricopa County and Pinal County from expecting mothers to eight years of age. Home Visitors provide information and resources to parents and caregivers to best support them as their child’s first teacher. During visits, we do fun and interactive activities, and sharing information about child development to provide an early foundation for academic success.
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Home Visiting Program services families within Maricopa County from expecting mothers to the age of eight years old. Virtual and telephonic visits are available. For more information about NATIVE HEALTH’'s Home Visiting programs or to enroll, please contact Camille at (602) 279-5262 or email her.
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Native Talk Arizona airs Wednesday afternoons, 4:06 p.m. on KRDP 90.7 FM (and kicks off three hours of Indigenous Talk Radio on Wednesday afternoons), KRDP's internet radio, and iTunes Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts! HEALTH's radio show, Native Talk Arizona, is available as a podcast on Google Podcasts, iTunes Podcasts, and Spotify.
Weekly interviews cover a wide variety of topics that interest the Native American community.
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January guests included: Jeffrey Lazos Ferns and Blayne Archer about the 2023 American Indian Festival, Mansel Nelson, chats about the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals at NAU; Sydney Honyouti of Native STEM Women; Sumi Tohan, NATIVE HEALTH's Diabetes Educator, Albert Chase of Dine' Pollen Trail; Laramie Blake of Reztastic Apparel, LLC; Mikhail Sundust, Executive Director of Digital Connect; Yvette Gonzalez, of Native Sky; Andre Bouchard of Indigenous Performance Productions; Yolanda Francisco-Nez of Restoring Ancestral Winds, Inc.; Stephanie Mitchell, of Mod-Sani, Sharaya Edgewater, 2023 winner of Miss Indian Rodeo Pageant; Megan Gourd of 3 Tribes Trading, Tashina Machain, University of Arizona's Indians into Medicine; and Charmayne and Hugh Dawohoya, of Bear Beans Coffee and Bakery.
If you, or someone you know would like to be a guest on Native Talk Arizona please contact us.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Health Start Program |
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Are you expecting a baby? Do you have a child under the age of two? Our Health Start Program is perfect for you! Here at NATIVE HEALTH, we have a group of Community Health Workers (CHW’s) that work one-on-one with you and your baby up to 24 months. Each visit provides an opportunity to learn more about your health and wellness.
Health Start provides the following services:
*Answers to questions about pregnancy and care after your baby’s birth. *Information for you to prepare for labor and delivery. *Classes on Home Safety, Safe Sleep, Infant Massage, and more. *Assistance completing forms and making appointments for services related to AHCCCS, WIC and other family services. *Various classes on the importance of good nutrition and positive reinforcement of parents and children in their overall health and development.
There is no cost to join our program. If you, or someone you know, is interested please contact Brooke via email or (602) 463-4882.
Upcoming February events:
· Restringing of the Cradle Board February 4, from 1:00-2:00 p.m.
· Fatherhood is Sacred/Motherhood is Sacred February 4, from 9:00 a.m.-noon
· Fatherhood is Sacred/Motherhood is Sacred February 11, from 9:00 a.m.-noon
· Mental Health- Goal Setting
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NATIVE HEALTH's WIC Program |
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February is American Hearth Health Month and WIC would like to raise awareness of the risk of heart disease and provide some highlight areas that can help with your heart health. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women and most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. 697,000 people lost their life in 2022 due to heart disease.
Heart health is even more important when a mother is expecting. Making heart healthy food choices during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is important for both the mother and developing babies.
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Healthy eating habits started at an early age can lower the risk of developing heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity. WIC provides food packages that are heart healthy to their clients. Beyond what WIC provides there are other food that heart healthy such as unsalted nuts, and other lean proteins. To sauté vegetables and cook the kind of healthy oils to use ae plant based, such as olive oil and avocado oil. Besides eating a healthy diet adopting a healthy lifestyle has added benefits. |
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What does WIC provide?
· Monthly food benefits that can be used at local grocery stores
· Provide information about nutrition and health
· Breastfeeding support
· Help finding health care and other community services
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NATIVE HEALTH WIC would like to remind all current and future participants that telephone appointments will continue to be available through April 2023.
If you are eligible to receive WIC or are a current WIC participant, you will receive the following cash value benefit:
· Breastfeeding: $49
· Pregnant and Postpartum (non-breastfeeding): $44
· Infant: $4 at 9 months of age
· Child: $ 25
To know more about WIC or to apply you can complete Pre-application online and our friendly and helpful WIC staff will contact you as soon as possible by calling 800-470-5930.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Substance Abuse Prevention,
Treatment and Aftercare (SAPTA) Program
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The Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment and Aftercare (SAPTA) Program within NATIVE HEALTH’s Behavioral Health Department now offers monthly virtual substance abuse and suicide prevention classes and trainings!
Learn more about the new Suicide Prevention Line 988. Support the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifelines by learning the five steps that can save a life and sharing them with others: (1) ask (2) keep them safe (3) be there (4) help them connect (5) follow up.
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The Substance Abuse Prevention, Treatment and Aftercare (SAPTA) Program within NATIVE HEALTH’s Behavioral Health Department now offers monthly virtual substance abuse and suicide prevention classes and trainings!
DUI Education Class
The DUI Education Class is being offered virtually for those who have been charged with a DUI and need to complete mandatory classes to meet court requirements.
How do you enroll?1. You must complete a DUI Screening at a local resource center. If you are not sure where to go to complete this, please contact the SAPTA Case Manager. 2. Once you have completed the DUI Screening you will need to complete a Behavioral Health Intake at NATIVE HEALTH.
If you are only needing DUI Education the fee for the intake is $50 that must be paid at time of appointment. For the entire class the fee is $100. Court Documents and DUI Screen must be in hand at time of intake appointment.
Mental Health First Aid
Interested in learning more about how to help individuals at risk of suicide or other mental health crisis? This training is now open to the community on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM virtually via Zoom. This virtual 2-hour training program teaches individuals how to help a person who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. (Appropriate for ages 19 and older to receive training). For more information or to register click here.
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Native STAND (Students Together Against Negative Decisions)
Do you have a teenager 14-18 years old? Native STAND is a great virtual program to enroll your teenager! Native STAND is a curriculum for Native American/Alaska Native youth with focuses on drug and alcohol abuse, teen dating violence, suicide prevention, and many other important topics that impact our youth today. This curriculum will provide your teen with a one hour session a week until school is out. This will guide them to healthy decision-making, promote diversity, self-esteem, goals, and values, team building, negotiation, and refusal skills, and effective communication.
How to enroll your teen: You will need to complete a Behavioral Health Intake at NATIVE HEALTH. Once an Intake is completed, your child will be enrolled in the virtual class.
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Virtual ASU Talking Circle
Are you a Native American/Alaska Native Arizona State University student? If so, please join the Virtual Talking Circle held every Monday at noon, via Zoom, led by NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Practitioner, Roy Johnston. NATIVE HEALTH and Arizona State University are committed to helping ASU Native American students adjust to college life and focus on their traditional and spiritual well-being.
For more information or to register, click here.
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Virtual Community Talking Circle
At NATIVE HEALTH, we understand it may be difficult to attend traditional healings or find support. NATIVE HEALTH now offers a Virtual Talking Circle, led by NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Practitioner, Roy Johnston, on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month at 10:00 a.m. This Talking Circle is open to all ages and to the community.
For more information or to register, click here.
If you have any questions or would like to enroll in any of these programs, please contact Kayla, SAPTA Case Manager at (480) 550-4048 x 22002 or her.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Arizona@ Work at Mesa Begins |
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Arizona@Work is expanding to NATIVE HEALTH Mesa, beginning Tuesday, February 7! They will be on-site every Tuesday morning from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Tamara can assist with resume assistance, job referrals, interview skills development, soft skills development, and background-friendly hiring events! Come on by and say hello and see how she can assist you.
NATIVE HEALTH Mesa is located at 777 West Southern, at the southeast corner of Southern and Extension in Mesa.
For more information, call Andrea at (602) 279-5262 x 21001.
Arizona@Work is also available at NATIVE HEALTH Central on Tuesdays and Wednesdays or give us a call at (602) 279-5262 x 21006 and the Reentry Employment Counselor will contact you in a timely basis.
Come on by and let their friendly and helpful staff assist you!
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NATIVE HEALTH's Positive Indian Parenting |
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Positive Indian Parenting is a FREE, eight session, culturally-inspired, interactive class that explores the values and attitudes expressed in traditional Native American child-rearing practices, and then apply those values to modern parenting skills. One class per week, Tuesdays, 3:00-5:00 p.m., presented via Zoom. There are 30 slots available, and the group is open to the public.
Session 1: Traditional Parenting – Welcome and Introductions
Session 2: Lessons of the Storyteller
Session 3: Lessons of the Cradleboard
Session 4: Harmony in Child Rearing
Session 5: Traditional Behavior Management
Session 6: Lesson of Mother Nature
Session 7: Praise in Traditional Parenting
Session 8: Choices in Parenting: Completion Celebration
Positive Indian Parenting program will satisfy court requirements. Participants must complete six or more groups to receive certificate of completion and incentive. Anyone referred from social services or court for parenting group are encouraged to join. Free and open to all parents. Must reside in Maricopa County. Class materials will be mailed to participants.
For more information call (602) 279-5262, x 13002 or email Camille.
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Want to get involved and help? |
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Are you looking to make a difference in the community? If so, NATIVE HEALTH is a great place to get involved. Please explore our opportunities.
We always need community support. This can be financial, in-kind donations and so much more!
(Photo taken pre-COVID).
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February 7 Deadline - Udall Undergraduate Scholarship. For more information click here.
February 8 Deadline - Northern Arizona University's Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals, 8-week paid summer 2023 Air Quality Internship. For more information click here.
February 10 Deadline - University of Arizona's Indigenous Teachers Education Program (ITEP) for individuals interested in early childhood or elementary education teaching. For more information, email them.
February 15 Deadline - Step up NIDDK. For more information click here.
February 23 - College Depot's Scholarship Expo - Burton Barr Library, Phoenix Public Library. 4:30-6:30 p.m. To RSVP call (602) 261-8847.
February 27 - The Heard Museum's Guild's 2023 American Indian Youth Art Show and Sale, March 4-5. The Guild invites American Indian students in grades 7-12 to submit artwork for the Student Artwork Sale. Deadline to submit is February 27. For more information click here.
February 28 Deadline: Indian Health Service Scholarship Program. For more information, click here.
February 28 Deadline - NAU's Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals. For more information click here.
February 28 Deadline - Flinn-Brown Academy of the Flinn Foundation. For more information click here.
March 3 Deadline - Haskell University's Environmental Research Studies Summer Internship Program. For more information click here.
March 15 Deadline: Mayo Clinic's Native American Pathway, 2023 Virtual 5-week program, July 10-August 11, 2023. Open to AI/AN undergraduate students who are MD or MD-PhD seeking and preparing to enter medical school in the next two years. Deadline March 15. For more information or to apply, click here.
March 15 Deadline - National Native American Bar Association Foundation - For more information click here.
May 19 Deadline - Udall Foundation's Native American Graduate Fellowship in Tribal Policy. For more information click here.
March 24 Deadline - Summer Research Enhancement Program (SREP) of Dine' College. For more information click here.
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Tribal Resources
Native Americans with Cancer Support Group Healing Circle. Wednesdays. Virtual. Cancer Support Community of Northern Arizona. For more information call (928) 236-2333 or contact Sheena via email.
Arizona Department of Economic Security's Office of Tribal Relations - Link for any Tribal member in Arizona who is having here.
My Native Plate - Two page nutrition education tool, designed as a placemat. Easy to understand and shows balanced meals with reasonable portion sizes. For more information click here.
FREE tuition for undergraduate students from Arizona's 22 Federally recognized tribes who are studying on the main campus of University of Arizona in Tucson. For more information click here.
Native American Programs and Enrollment Information at ASU, UA, and NAU - For more information click here.
Strong Hearts Native Helpline - StrongHearts Native Helpline is a safe, anonymous and confidential domestic, dating and sexual violence helpline that offers culturally-appropriate support and advocacy for American Indians and Alaska Natives. For one-on-one advocacy, click on the Chat Now icon https://www.strongheartshelpline.org/ or call 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483).
Vision Maker Media - 6 videogames with Native American influences. For more information click here.
Veterans Benefits Administration - VA makes it easier to buy a home on Tribal land through the Native American Direct Loan. For more information click here.
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City of Phoenix VITA Tax Return Free Assistance - For more information and documents needed, please click here.
Phoenix Art Museum now offers free admission daily to all Maricopa County Community College District students with an active ID. This program is called MC3 @ PAM. This also includes admission into special-engagement exhibitions. Phoenix Art Museum is located at 1625 N. Central Avenue, in Phoenix. For more information, click here.
Lend a Hand Program - The Lend a Hand Program pays off high-cost car title loans up to $3,000 for Maricopa County Residents. The program is partnership between Arizona Community Foundation, MariSol Federal Credit Union, and Take Charge America. The goal of the program is to rescue residents struggling to pay off car title loans and help put them on a path to healthy credit and financial success. For more information click here.
Home in Five Advantage - The Home in Five Advantage program helps low and moderate income homebuyers by offering a competitive loan interest rate with a non-repayable grant for down payment and closing costs. Additional assistance is also available to qualified U.S. Military personnel, veterans, teachers, first responders, and individuals with an annual income up to $31,450. For more information click here.
Sesame Street Workshop, Little Children, Big Challenges: Incarceration. For more information click here.
$3.00 Phoenix Zoo Opportunity and other museums for families who use EBT Card - For more information click here.
Pet related funding for victims of sexual and domestic violence. One time funding available for pet-related costs. For information call ACESDV at (602) 279-2980 or chat through www.acesdv.org.
Free WiFi hotspots in Arizona as well as training, tech support and more. Google Maps included with directions to get to free WiFi spots. For more information click here.
Marijuana Expungement Clinics - For more information click here.
Route to Relief at Maricopa Community Colleges. Free tuition, monthly stipends, and employment assistance for eligible programs across the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges. For more information please click here.
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Community Resources and Events are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH. |
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February 13 - Navajo Mike's Cooking Class at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. For more information contact Lanasha.
February 14 - Welcome to Indian Country: An Indigenous Celebration of Original Music and Poetry, 7:30 p.m. ASU Kerr Center, Scottsdale. For more information click here.
February 14-16 - 20th Annual Navajo Nation Tourism Conference. Transforming Tourism Beyond Recovery. Twin Arrows Resort and Casino. Fee. For more information click here.
February 15-17 - A National Wellness & Healing Conference: Healing Together. Presented by Native American Fatherhood and Families Association. For more information or to register click here.
February 16 - Beading class with Esther Nystrom at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. For more information contact Lanasha.
February 17-19 - Navajo Highways presented by Pete Sands at the Great Arizona Puppet Theater. Native community members get 50% off with code "Navajo Puppet". For more information call (602) 262-262-2050 or check the website.
February 18 - Heard Museum's World Championship Hoop Dance Contest. Heard Museum, Phoenix. For more information click here.
February 21 - Read it and Eat and Tea with the Tooth Fairy - NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. For more information or to RSVP contact Lanasha.
February 23 - Read it and Eat and Tea with the Tooth Fairy - NATIVE HEALTH Central. For more information or to RSVP contact Lanasha.
February 24-26 - Southwest American Indian Collectors Expo, 2830 S. Thrasher Avenue, Tucson. For more information call (520) 420-4332.
February 28-March 1 - Arizona Housing Coalition's Annual Conference. Mesa Convention Center. For more information click here.
March 2 - VITA Tax Assistance and Community Legal Services Tax Assistance at NATIVE HEALTH Central. Appointments required. For more information contact Lanasha.
March 3 - Touchstone's CARE Adolescent Conference Empowering Communities and Inspiring Youth. Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel and Spa. For more information click here.
March 4 - Phoenix Indian Center's 2nd Annual Indigenous Art Market. Held at the Native American Community Service Center, 4520 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. For more information click here.
March 4 - Phoenix Indian Center's 2nd Annual Indigenous Community Fashion Showcase, "Embracing Resilience & Indignity in Style." 5:30-9:00 p.m. at Brophy College Preparatory School, 4701 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. Fee. For more information click here.
March 4-5 - 65th Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. For more information click here.
March 16 - Bank of America's Native American Beginning Entrepreneur Class- NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. For more information contact Gabby.
March 17-19 - 59th Annual Fair and Rodeo, Mul-Chu-Tha, "Celebrating Our Strength and Resilience as One", Sacaton. Carnival, rodeo, parade, pow-wow, car show, arts and crafts, and more. For more information call (520) 562-9713 or 9715 or check the website.
March 18 - NATIVE HEALTH's Bike Rodeo. NATIVE HEALTH Mesa, 777 West Southern Avenue, Mesa. For more information contact Lanasha.
March 24 - 2023 American Indian Disability Summit. Desert Willow Conference Center and virtual. For more information click here.
March 25 - 3rd Annual American Indian Youth Disability Summit, "Reclaiming Traditional & Creation Stories of Indigenous Youth with Disabilities." 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. via Zoom. For more information contact Kimberly.
March 25 - Westwood High School's 17th Annual Social Pow Wow, Westwood High School, 945 W. Rio Salad, Mesa. For information contact Kristen via email.
March 25 - NATIVE HEALTH's Annual Prayer Walk. North Mountain to NATIVE HEALTH Central. Registration required. For more information contact Lanasha.
March 31 - AT Still University's Matter of Balance Classes begin at NATIVE HEALTH Central and NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. For more information or to register email Gabby.
April 8 - Phoenix Indian Medical Center's Spring Into Health Kids Fair, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Phoenix Indian Medical Center. For more information contact Roberta.
April 15 - 3rd Annual Two Spirit Pow Wow. Hosted by Phoenix Indian Center and South Mountain Community College. For more information call (602) 264-6768.
April 15 - Phoenix Indian Center's Indigenous Fall Ball Showcase. Indigenous football Combine and Indigenous Skills Volleyball Camp. Marcos de Niza High School. 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. For more information contact them.
April 18-19 - 2023 AACHC Annual Conference, Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch. For more information click here.
April 21-23 - ASU Pow Wow, Desert Financial Arena, Tempe.
April 28 - Maricopa County StandDown, Arizona State Fairgrounds for veterans. Services and resources including connections to affordable housing providers, career counseling, medical care, legal assistance, and more. For more information, click here.
May 2-4 - Native Public Media 2023 Native Broadcast Summit. For more information click here.
May 15-18 - National Council of Urban Indian Health's 23rd Annual Conference, Honoring Our Ancestors & Preparing for the Next Seven Generations. For more information click here.
June 1 - Women Are Sacred Conference. National Indigenous Women's Resource Center. For more information click here.
June 8-9 - Native American Student Advocacy Institute 2023 - San Diego. For more information click here.
June 12 - School Nurses Organization of Arizona Conference, "Back to Basics: The ABC's of School Nursing." Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. For more information, click here.
July 10-12 - 2023 Healthy Kids! Healthy Futures! Conference. NB3 Foundation. Sandia Resort and Casino, New Mexico. For more information click here.
July 17-23 - 20th Annual Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI).
July 28-30 - 2023 Arizona Indian Education Association (AIEA's) 4th Annual "Protecting Our Land" Youth Summer Leadership Camp. Registration for American Indian students in grades 7-12. This year's theme is "Braiding the Elements of Life". For more information call IngriQue at (928) 380-3579 or email her IngriQue.
August 25 - Native Native Media Conference, Phoenix.
September 10-13 - 6th Annual Conference on Native American Nutrition, Mystic Lake, Minnesota.
November 7-9 - Native American Fatherhood and Families Association's 19th Annual "Fatherhood is Leadership" National Conference. For more information click here.
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Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH. |
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