NATIVE HEALTH Newsletter
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Volume 17, Issue 1 - January 2023 |
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Happy New Year! We are refreshed and ready for 2023 and all of the challenges it may bring. We are blessed that what we do every day keeps our patients, clients, and the community healthier and happier.
Each month I think long and hard about what to write for the newsletter. The new year is a time to reflect on the past and celebrate the future. I usually ask how have we changed for the better? At NATIVE HEALTH we continuously seek to improve services and business practices to benefit the communities we serve. We strive to develop additional programs and enhance existing services. As demand increases for additional and innovative services, we are working hard to meet the needs of our community.
There's been a lot happening at the national level. The National Indian Health Board, the National Council on Urban Indian Health, and the National Congress of American Indians are celebrating the inclusion of advanced appropriations for the Indian Health Service as part of the 2023 government spending bill signed last week. Advanced appropriations means “American Indians and Alaska Natives will no longer be uniquely at risk of death or serious harm during delays in an FY 2024 funding agreement. Inclusion of IHS advance appropriations in the spending bill means that IHS services will be protected from the harmful effects of disruptions in federal funding for FY 2024 because Congress has agreed to an amount this year that becomes available immediately on October 1, 2023,“ according to the joint press release.
We are extremely thankful and appreciative of the many donors that supported us in 2022. I hope you will read the article block below highlighting some of the recent donations. We could not do all our work without the support of our donors and the community. We would like to thank you all, named and unnamed. Without your support, we could not have accomplished what we did.
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank Desert Diamond Casino West Valley for their very generous support for the Urban Native American Senior Food Box program and our vaccine outreach programs. The community will benefit from this generous donation. We appreciate Desert Diamond Casino West Valley's continued commitment and support. Thank you, Desert Diamond Casino West Valley! We appreciate you!
We continue to support families in many ways. We couldn't do this without the support of many. As the adage says, many hands make light work! Not entirely true, but certainly allows us to provide more support and assistance.
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This year, like the last few years, the spread of COVID-19 is still a major concern. The flu and RSV are circulating in greater numbers than we've typically experienced. We continue to provide COVID vaccines, boosters, and flu shots. We continue to support the community in their health care needs, vaccines, and health screenings out in the community. If you would like to schedule a vaccine clinic or health screenings (and even our new mobile health unit) for your event, please contact Amber.
COVID vaccines, boosters, and flu shots are offered at all NATIVE HEALTH locations.
For more information call (602) 279-5262 or email Amber.
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NATIVE HEALTH is pleased to announce that Arizona@Work has expanded coverage at NATIVE HEALTH Central and is now available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Arizona@Work will also be hosting a Re-Entry Job Fair on Wednesday, January 25.
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 happiness, good health, and a peaceful new year.
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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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 Carmen at (602) 279-5262 x 12003 or email her.
Services:
Individual and family counseling
Tele-Psychiatry on site
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NATIVE HEALTH - Photos from December
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Congratulations to the 50/50 Raffle Winner, Tanesha, and her family. Tanehsa and her family are pictured with the Vice President of NATIVE HEALTH's Board of Directors.
Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket, your support means so much.
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NATIVE HEALTH would again like to thank Debbie Hamilton for her donation of this month's beautiful, handmade quilt. 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. December's quilt is entitled, "Full of Color Stripes". This quilt is gorgeous!
Thank you Debbie for continuing to make a difference!
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NATIVE HEALTH Central and NATIVE HEALTH Mesa distributed over 300 free turkeys for the Christmas holiday. |
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NATIVE HEALTH's Read it and Eat was virtual in December. The Native American Night Before Christmas was read by Santa and Miss Olivia demonstrated a healthy cocoa recipe. Registered participants received the book, A Native American Night Before Christmas. This program is funded by Arizona Complete Health |
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NATIVE HEALTH staff attended Phoenix Indian Medical Center's Health Fair and Art Fest and had a great time.
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NATIVE HEALTH staff attended the Guadalupe Navidad En Guadalupe event and provided 400 bags of information as well as 800 holiday craft bags. Thank you Town of Guadalupe and the Pascua Yaqui Tribe for including NATIVE HEALTH in this awesome annual event. |
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Wellbearto visited New York for his annual Christmas in New York trip. It's always cold, but this year it stormed for almost the entire trip! |
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It finally stopped storming, the afternoon before he left. He got out and enjoyed the cool air for a little bit! |
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Wellbearto walked and walked when the sun came out. He was ready to go outside and get his 10,000 steps. He loved this mural. It reminded him of Monopoly. |
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Wellbearto loves farmer's markets. Check out the size of these cabbages! |
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Wellbearto loves different kinds of apples. He bought many different varieties and tasted them all. He has a bunch of new favorites! |
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Wellbearto loves seeing the lights of Manhattan. Look closely and you can see the Empire State Building far in the back of the photo! |
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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 Holiday Giving |
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank everyone who came out and supported the 23rd Annual Native American Children's Toy Drive, Concert and Indigenous Art Market. We would like to thank the Arizona Science Center, Randy (photo left) and Jason, who organized the event, musicians and performers who traveled, performed, and donated their time, talented vendors, and the community who came out and supported this great event. Thanks to everyone who came out, NATIVE HEALTH was able to distribute hundreds of toys to children in the community. |
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to give a huge should out to Hooks and Needles. These amazing women from Fountain Hills Activity Center donated over 400 items such as blankets, hats, scarves, Christmas stockings, and much more.
These women donate thousands of items each year. We cannot thank them enough for all of their dedication, support, and generosity. They help keep the community warm and beautifully dressed!
Thank you, Hooks and Needles, for your continued support of the community we serve. We appreciate you!
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank Kay Hinds for her very generous donation of toys, school supplies, Christmas decorations and all kinds of great goodies for the community!
Thank you, Kay!
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Thank you to Pete Swope and the Yavapai Toy Makers. Pete and his crew make and donate hundreds of beautifully crafted handmade wooden toys each year.
Children and families love these toys. Thank you, Pete, and all of the talented toymakers from Yavapai Toy Makers. You are appreciated and make a difference.
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A huge thank you to Mayo Clinic in Arizona Research and Education teams. Mayo Clinic's Research and Education teams employees (photo above) donated a HUGE U-Haul of toys and household items to NATIVE HEALTH's Maternal and Child Health Programs (photo right).
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Thanks to Mayo Clinic in Arizona's Research and Education teams' generosity, NATIVE HEALTH's Maternal and Child Health families had a very happy holiday season!
Thank you to the awesome employees of Mayo Clinic in Arizona Research and Education. We appreciate your thoughtfulness and generosity in making a difference and supporting the NATIVE HEALTH community.
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank Jeff Steinbeck for facilitating this wonderful donation of new bikes and toys from Lowe's on 59th Avenue.
Thank you, Jeff, and Lowe's for your continued support of NATIVE HEALTH and the community.
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank the Native American Bar Association of Arizona (NABA-AZ) for their very generous donation of food, toys, and monetary donations to support NATIVE HEALTH and the community we serve.
The Native American Bar Association of Arizona has been supporting NATIVE HEALTH and the community for over 11 years and have donated thousands of toys, diapers, food, and financial support. Thank you NABA-AZ for continuing to make a difference!
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The sleighs were full (above and photo right)- thank you to Salt River Project's Employee Involvement Group (ERG) and Salt River Project's Native Americans Together in Vision and Empowerment (NATIVE) group. Salt River Project employees donated toys, books, games, clothing, and much more. |
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Thank you Salt River Project for giving families a memorable holiday. Families were able to enjoy a joyous holiday due to these generous donations.
Between these two groups, over 150 people were "adopted" for the holidays!
Thank you, Salt River Project ERG and NATIVE for your continued support of NATIVE HEALTH and the community we serve.
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank the women of Alpha Delta Kappa. These women donated hand knitted items that we were distributed to the community.
NATIVE HEALTH appreciates their continued support of NATIVE HEALTH and the community we serve.
Thank you, Alpha Delta Kappa, for your continued support and generosity!
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There is something about the holiday season that sparks giving and joy, and while this year had made donating challenging, many individuals and organizations managed to find ways to give to those less fortunate.
NAIVE HEALTH would like to offer our sincerest appreciation to all those who have found ways to support our families this season through toy, food, and monetary donations. We all appreciate your efforts and your gift of generosity.
Thank you for making the holiday season a happy one for many families.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Indigenous Wellness & Tribal Practices Programs |
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Happy New Year from us in the Indigenous Wellness Program! We all want to start off the New Year with new goals and ambitions in mind, so starting off with a great New Year's Resolution is a good jumpstart. Whether your New Year’s Resolution is to meet new people, eat healthier, or stop procrastinating, any Resolution to better ourselves is a great one!
Around 50% of New Year's Resolutioners fall off around the first three months of their New Resolutions, so here are some tips to help keep us on track of a healthy start to a New Year!
*Start with small steps- A reason many people fail is because they tend start overdoing it at the gym, being too restrictive with their diet, or drastically altering your normal behavior patterns. Remember to focus on taking smaller steps to achieve the bigger goal. None of us will lose 40 pounds in one night; instead focus on the 1 or 2 pounds we lose in a week. It may seem like a slow and gradual start, but the small incremental steps will make it easier to stick to your new habit and increase the likelihood of success.
*Renew your motivation- During the first few days, you will probably feel highly motivated and confident in change because you haven’t felt the urge to relapse back into your old behaviors yet. After a few days of making yourself go to the gym every morning at 6:00 a.m. or choosing the baked chicken over the cheeseburger and fries, our motivation may start to dwindle, and you may start to think “Why am I doing this again?” When these moments come up, remind yourself why you are doing this again, and what you will gain by achieving your goal. Find a new or old inspiration to get your through when times get tough.
*Track your progress- As we continue our journey, keep track off every small success. Instead of focusing on the 30 pound goal, track the 1-2 pounds you lose. Once you start seeing the small incremental changes add up, it will keep you motivated in continuing to the next step, whether big or small.
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*Remember that change is a process- Remember that these undesired or unhealthy habits probably took years to develop, so how can we expect change in just a few days, weeks, or even months? Remember to always be patient with yourself and that working towards your resolutions is a process. Even if you end up taking a misstep here and there, you can always restart and continue your journey. It may seem slow at times, but remember it is not a race to finish. Once you have made the commitment to change, it may be something you will keep with you the rest if your life.
NATIVE HEALTH Indigenous Wellness staff taught classes on healthy smoothies (photo right).
For more information on upcoming classes and events, or questions, please reach out to Adrian via email.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Garden News |
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NATIVE HEALTH's Indigenous Wellness Program would like to invite you and your family to join NATIVE HEALTH’s At-Home Garden Warriors Spring 2023 program and receive a garden kit which includes a grow bag, soil, seeds, plants, and a garden manual.
Garden kits will be available for pick up only, in late-February, early March. Limit one garden kit per household.
Looking for a fun activity for your kiddos to do? We are kicking off our Kids Garden Club beginning January 7. The Club will be on Saturdays, 1:00-2:00 p.m. and will run for four weeks until January 28. For more information and to register, please click here.
Thank you to the volunteers who joined our monthly Second Saturday Community Garden Workday in November. We appreciate you! Our next Second Saturday Garden Volunteer Workday will be on January 14, 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 19th Avenue/Camelback Road Park and Ride. Closed-toe shoes are required for all garden events.
Join us for winter Open Garden Hours every Friday, 8:00-10:00 a.m., except Federal and company holidays. Take home any veggies that are ready to harvest that day!
What to plant in January:
- Root crops - radish, turnip, carrots, beets.
- Leafy Greens - arugula, lettuce, kale, mustard greens, swiss chard, spinach.
- Peas - snap peas, snow peas.
- Flowers.
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NATIVE HEALTH is also hosting a Zoom Class: Sprouting and Microgreens on Tuesday, January 17, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Sprouts and microgreens are easy to grow at home and are a great option if you don't have space for a garden. In this class, we will talk about the nutritional benefits of sprouts and microgreens and demonstrate how to grow them. This class will also feature a guest, Dr. Michael Kotutwa Johnson, who will share stories about Hopi bean sprouts. Dr. Johnson is a Hopi dry-land farmer with a PhD in Natural Resources from the University of Arizona.
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NATIVE HEALTH is introducing At Home Garden Warriors, Spring 2023! Join NATIVE HEALTH’s At-Home Warriors program and receive a garden kit which includes a grow bag, soil, seeds, plants, and a garden guide for growing in the low-desert. Garden kits will be available for pick up only, at the end of February/early March. Limit – one garden kit per household.
For more information about NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Garden, please contact Lilian via email.
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Snapdragons are a great flower to grow during the fall/winter in the metro-Phoenix area. |
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Swiss chard harvest for the Indigenous Wellness Program’s Cooking Matters classes. |
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Turnips harvested during the Traditional Garden’s U-Pick event. |
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Broccoli is the flower head of the plant, which we eat before the buds open. Broccoli is in the cabbage family, which also includes cauliflower, cabbage, Chinese cabbage, kale, and more. |
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NATIVE HEALTH's Health Start program held a Sensory Exploration in the Garden class. |
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Check out the beautiful Tohono O'odham I'itoi onions. These were distributed at NATIVE HEALTH Central.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Domestic Violence Victim Assistance |
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Happy New Year from NATIVE HEALTH's Domestic Violence Prevention Program.
Partnership formations with old and new partners have been successful these last few months. We partner with long standing partners such as Southwest Indigenous Women’s Coalition (SWIWC) and Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence (ACEDV). New partners include Arizona State University Victim-Survivor Advocates and the American Indian/Alaska Native Liaison for ASU, and the Victim Advocates and Family services with Mesa Police Department. Partnerships are important to domestic violence advocacy as it opens communication and resource sharing for clients.
Understanding what abuse is, deciding when and how to leave an abusive relationship and the needs of these victims after requires a community of support. We appreciate partners, the education they provide, and the resources we can share. We are always looking for new opportunities for resources, so please reach out to us if you would like to talk about the resources we provide through NATIVE HEALTH. Assistance consists of emotional support and education, support with the legal processes of protection orders, and emergency “go bags” to help clients leave in an emergency. We help find shelters, DES services, food, job searches, behavioral health services for trauma, and support through Sexual Assault examinations. Domestic violence victims are not just women, but also affect men and two spirited individuals.
If you have questions or need support, feel free to reach out. You will be met with care and compassion and the utmost confidentiality. Leaving a domestic violence situation can be a long process. If you have a loved one going through this, be patient with them and support them with information and emergency numbers and help them come up with an exit plan.
NATIVE HEALTH 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 Youth Resiliency and Tribal Practices Programs |
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NATIVE HEALTH's Youth Resiliency Program is for Native American youth ages 11-24, we assist with connection to behavioral health services, cultural events, and activities. The Youth Council meets monthly. These programs are for youth and their families to participate in cultural and wellness meetings. We have both in person and virtual events. Youth and their family members are welcome!
Greetings and HAPPY NEW YEAR from the Youth Resiliency Program at NATIVE HEALTH! We hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and enjoyed some quality time with those around you. We would like to thank all the individuals that joined us this year at our events from beading classes, traditional cooking demos, and more! We are so proud of our Young Indigenous Readers Book Club/Council who recently reached a huge steppingstone and are one book away from our series goal!
The beginning of a new year is an exciting time to energize ourselves with fresh ideas and goals for the future. We look forward to a year of great cultural events, increasing our mental health and overall wellness. Be on the lookout for upcoming events and activities! Don’t forget to reach out if you are looking for community resources, need to make a behavioral health or medical appointment. We can help!
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As the New Year begins it is a great time to reflect on the previous year and look forward to new goals. Setting goals is like building a road map. It gives us a chance to think about where we are at, what we want, and how to get there. Don’t worry these goals don’t have to be huge or extravagant, it can simply be to drink more water, read more, or take an evening walk twice a week. Or maybe you are working on a goal from a previous year and that is OKAY! A great way to start setting goals is to follow the SMART goal method below.
Reach out to Britney if you would like a PDF of a SMART Goal Planner and set those goals!
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Join our Book Club! 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. We provide all the books and supplies!
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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NATIVE HEALTH - AHCCCS Application Assistance |
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Does 2023 mean a new year, new habits? How about not forgetting to renew your Arizona Medicaid (AHCCCS), staying up to date on your vaccinations, and visiting your primary care physician for your annual wellness exam. January is also Cervical Health awareness month. Head over to your women’s health provider for an annual women’s exam for your benefit. There are many reasons to celebrate a new year, will your choices reflect good health habits?
As a reminder the Public Health Emergency is still ongoing, therefore it is best to renew your Arizona Medicaid benefits soon. 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 FHA's can also give a variety of information about other programs within the NATIVE HEALTH organization. You are able to 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! You can get in-person help signing up or renewing your coverage from NATIVE HEALTH.
NATIVE HEALTH's 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 FHA's can also give a variety of information about other programs within NATIVE HEALTH. You are able to call us 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.
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If you have received any mail, email, or phone calls from the Arizona Department of Economic Security it’s possible you may need to renew your benefits soon. If you need any assistance with renewing your benefits or had any other questions related to applying for AHCCCS we have Family Health Advocates available at our NATIVE HEALTH locations that can assist you.
Arizona offers AHCCCS (Medicaid) as well as the CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) through the state’s Medicaid program. These benefits can be obtained by applying online, in-person at a local DES office, any certified community assistor, or with one of our Family Health Advocates (FHAs).
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 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.
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.
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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Our Home Visiting Programs hosted our Annual Cookies and Cocoa with Santa for our monthly December Group Connection. It was a very joyous event that included Hoop Dancing performances, make your own ornament, snack demonstrations, and pictures with Santa. The families in our program enjoyed the delicious hot cocoa and scrumptious Christmas cookies.
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Our families also enjoyed making God’s Eye Ornaments. This is a great activity to try at home with your child to strengthen fine motor skills as well as strengthening hand-eye coordination.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visiting Programs would like to thank Bank of America and Molina Healthcare staff for participating in our joyous event.
Special thanks to Hooks and Needles for providing each child in our program with warm scarves and blanket.
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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 HEALTH's Native Talk Arizona is growing and busy! We have celebrated 14 years, almost 10,000 downloads, hundreds of guests and more! This year we moved from exclusively internet radio to now being on FM, internet, and podcasts via three platforms! We've had thousands of downloads and are frequently sought out!
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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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 WIC Program |
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Happy New Year and National Folic Acid Awareness Week
Every year, the CDC celebrates National Folic Awareness Week in January to raise awareness about the role of folic acid before and during pregnancy in helping to prevent birth defects.
Folic acid is key to preventing serious neural tube birth defects. WIC participants may use their monthly benefits to purchase foods high in folic acid such as dried beans. WIC approved cereal, whole grain bread, leafy green vegetables, and citrus fruit.
The CDC recommends that all women of reproductive age should get 400 mcg of folic acid each day. A prenatal vitamin, daily multi-vitamin with folic acid, or a folic acid supplement may be needed if folic acid isn't consumed enough in the diet. For more information, click here.
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. In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.
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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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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.
If you have been charged with a DUI and need to complete mandatory DUI education classes to meet court requirements, this can be completed at NATIVE HEALTH. The DUI Education Program is held via Zoom on Tuesdays and Thursdays four times per month, for four hours each day, to meet the Arizona DUI Education requirement of 16 hours.
How do you enroll? You must complete a DUI Screening at a local resource center. If you are not sure where to go to complete the DUI Screening, please contact the Recovery Services and Suicide Prevention Case Manager. Once a DUI Screening is completed, you will need to complete a Behavioral Health Intake at NATIVE HEALTH. If you are only needing DUI Education services, the fee for the intake is $50 that must be paid at time of appointment. For the entire class, the fee is $100.
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Mental Health First Aid
Interested in learning more about how to help individuals at risk of suicide or other mental health crises? Please join Kayla-Rae Wakeland on the third Wednesday of every month, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. for a virtual Mental Health First Aid Training. This virtual 2-hour training program teaches participants how to help a person who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. (Appropriate age to attend this training is age 19 and older).
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Virtual H.O.P.E. Suicide Prevention Training
Know the Signs: Pain isn’t always obvious. Yet most people who are considering suicide show some warning signs or signals of their intentions. The signs or changes in behavior may appear in conversations, through their actions, or in social media posts. It is most concerning if this behavior is new, has increased or seems related to a painful event, loss, or change.
Learn more about the warning signs by attending the H.O.P.E Suicide Prevention training. This training will be held monthly on the first Thursday of every month from 9:30-11:30 a.m.
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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.
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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.
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 NH Central |
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Arizona@Work is available Tuesdays and Wednesdays at NATIVE HEALTH Central.
Arizona@Work provides employment services for those individuals that have experienced incarceration and for other individuals that need help in finding work or need employment services.
Please stop by NATIVE HEALTH Central on 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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January 31 Deadline - Ohiyesa Premedical Program. Year long educational program designed to engage and support Native American community college students interested in a healthcare career, with a program focus on the physician pathway. 3 week on-site summer program in Boston at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Harvard. For more information, click here.
February 1 Deadline - Dorrance Scholarship for current graduating high school seniors planning on attending ASU-Tempe, NAU-Flagstaff, or UA-Tucson. For more information, click here.
February 1 Deadline - Mayo Clinic CARES (Career Advancement, Research, and Education Summer Arizona Program) for Arizona high school freshman, sophomore, and junior students are eligible to apply. For more information contact them.
February 5 Deadline - Robert Wood Johnson's Summer Health Professions Education Program free summer program. For high school graduates and currently enrolled as a freshman or sophomore in college. For more information, please click here.
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 - University of Arizona's Indigenous Teachers Education Program (ITEP) for individuals interested in early childhood or elementary education teaching. For more information, email them.
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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.
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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.
American Indians with Cancer Support Group - Healing Circle. Wednesday afternoons via Zoom. Cancer Support Community, Arizona. For more information check the website (on the NAZ calendar).
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).
New Native Film podcasts recorded in Phoenix, AZ; Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. For more information visit www.nativefilmtalk.com.
Vision Maker Media - 6 videogames with Native American influences. For more information click here.
Arizona State University's Preparing Educators for Arizona's Indigenous Communities. For paraprofessionals that don't wish to relocate to earn an undergraduate degree. PEAIC is a unique transfer program where participants are encouraged to continue teaching in their community and earn a degree online to become a certified teacher. To schedule a 1:1 Zoom meeting with the Native & Indigenous Student Recruitment Coordinator, 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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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 are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH. |
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Ja nuary 11, 2023 - 28th Annual Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day. For more information click here.
January 29-February 12 - American Indian Arts Exposition, 2830 Ranch, 230 S. Thrasher Avenue, Tucson. For more information call (520) 420-4332.
January 31 - Office of American Indian Initiatives, Access ASU, and Phoenix Indian Center will host the 2023 RECHARGE Youth Leadership Day for American Indian students in grades 7-12. Held at ASU West, 4701 W. Thunderbird, Glendale. For more information or to register, click here.
February 4 - Little Colorado River Gorge Half Marathon & 10K. Navajo Yes. Fee. For more information click here.
February 4-5. -Arizona Indian Festival 2023. Scottsdale Civic Center. 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 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 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 3 - Touchstone's CARE Adolescent Conference Empowering Communities and Inspiring Youth. Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel and Spa. 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 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.
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.
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.
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).
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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