NATIVE HEALTH Newsletter
Upcoming Events
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Volume 18, Issue 1 - January 2024 |
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Happy New Year! We are refreshed and ready for 2024 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 our existing services. As demand increases for additional and innovative services, we are working hard to meet the needs of our community.
We are extremely thankful and appreciative of the many donors that supported us in 2023. 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. We hope you will take a few minutes and read about the generosity this holiday season.
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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We are weeks away from NATIVE HEALTH’s first Tooth Fairy Gala and have some exciting things planned for the inaugural event. The Tooth Fairy Gala is scheduled for Saturday, February 17, at 5:00 p.m. at the Arizona Science Center.
The Tooth Fairy Gala will support NATIVE HEALTH's growing dental programs. There will be a delicious dinner, entertainment, silent auction and other surprises. The auction will be online so if you find yourself not being able to attend the gala event, you still have the opportunity to nab some pretty awesome items.
Sponsors include the Arizona Science Center, Mercy Care, Desert Diamond Casino, Casino Arizona, Comerica, and Patterson Dental.
We hope you will join us for a beautiful night where smiles, laughter and dental health take center stage.
You can purchase Early Bird tickets at a discounted price until January 15 here.
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NATIVE HEALTH installed six brand new operatories which included dental chairs, x-ray machines, cabinets, handpieces and everything! Thanks to the Arizona Alliance of Community Health Centers, Maricopa County Public Health, and Congressman Stanton for their contributions to seeing this project come to fruition.
Their dedication enables oral health to be placed in the forefront for the underserved community. Thank you!
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NATIVE HEALTH is hosting a Dinner with the Docs. We're trying something new! We hear all too often that many individuals are interested in pursuing a health care career and need support and mentorship. We've had volunteers and interns who have desperately searched for assistance and guidance and this seems like the perfect solution!
We are pleased to host this dinner (and future dinners) for individuals who are interested in learning about a health care career path.
Thank you to Dr. Begaye, Dr. Brown-Shirley, and Dr. Yazzie, for taking time out of their busy schedules to mentor the community.
We'll keep you all updated on our new path!
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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. Please visit our website and Facebook to learn about our exciting events! 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.
Please stop by and say hello to NATIVE HEALTH staff at some of the community events. We look forward to seeing you.
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 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 Christopher at (602) 279-5262 x 12010 or email him.
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Services:
- Substance Abuse Treatment Program
- Domestic Violence Offender Group for Men
- Case Management services
- 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 11048.
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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 11048.
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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.-6:00 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, Monday-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.
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 Josephina at (602) 279-5262 x 32002 or her.
Services:
Individual and family counseling
Tele-Psychiatry on site
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NATIVE HEALTH - Photos from December
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A special thank you to the awesome, talented, and generous women from Hooks and Needles, from the Fountain Hills Activity Center. They generously donated hundreds of beautiful, hand-knitted items to NATIVE HEALTH, including blankets, hats, scarves, stuffed animals, books, and holiday goodies for our community and our home visiting programs.
Each year, these women make and donate thousands of items!
NATIVE HEALTH thanks these incredible women for their continued support.
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Shout out to Anita from AREA Farms for her incredibly generous donation of beautiful produce for the patients and clients at NATIVE HEALTH Central. This month’s bags included apples, lemons, mushrooms, microgreens, and habaneros.
Anita supports many Arizona Farmers and is committed to sending out bags of seasonal fresh produce along with information on how to use the produce.
Thank you, Anita and AREA Farms, for your continued support.
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A huge thank you to Pete Swope of Yavapai Toy Makers and the gifted and talented friends. They donated three cases of beautiful, handmade wooden toys that will be given to our pediatric patients.
Thank you, Pete, Yavapai Toy Makers, and generous and talented friends. We appreciate your continued support and donations.
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Thank you to the ladies of Alpha Delta Kappa for their generous donation of knitted items! They brought us beautiful hand-knitted caps, purses, scarves, headbands, and hand warmers for our patients and clients at NATIVE HEALTH.
We truly appreciate your kindness and support! The community will love them! Thank you.
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A special thank you to Lauren Carr and her family for donating protein food items, underwear and socks, and toys to NATIVE HEALTH. These donations were given to NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visiting programs.
Lauren, thank you for your continued support of NATIVE HEALTH and our community.
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NATIVE HEALTH provided general agency information, voter registration assistance, face painting, holiday crafts, and cotton candy at the Pascua Yaqui and Town of Guadalupe Holiday Celebration.
It was an amazing event and everyone had a wonderful time celebrating and enjoying the holidays!
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NATIVE HEALTH Mesa's Food Pantry received over one hundred hams from United Food Bank. These were distributed to NATIVE HEALTH Mesa's food bank participants.
Thank you to United Food Bank for their continued support.
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted Bank of America's Native American Professional Network (NAPN) for NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Garden's Second Saturday Garden Work Day. These hardworking and dedicated employees tilled the soil, made a fence to keep out the bunnies, harvested, planted and many other necessary garden tasks.
Thank you, BofA NAPN's for your hard work and dedication.
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A sincere thank you to Sunshine Coronado for her continued community support. Sunshine donated food items and toys to NATIVE HEALTH. She is an amazing young woman who always keeps the community in mind and does so much for others. She is an amazing role model. Thank you, Sunshine! |
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Congratulations to Daniel Napoliello, R.N., celebrating his Nine Year Anniversary volunteering at NATIVE HEALTH. Daniel is a former Captain, US Army Captain-Nurse Corps, and was with the I.H.S., retiring in 1994. Dan has done a tremendous job and has been a wonderful asset to NATIVE HEALTH, providing his experience and extensive knowledge. Prior to the COVID pandemic, he served as our Infection Control Officer. Since then, he's been instrumental in the creation and modification of a majority of our infection control and COVID-19-related policies. In addition to that, he provides free books to children.
Thank you, Dan for all you do for NATIVE HEALTH and the community. You are greatly appreciated!
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted another tremendous Elder Painting Class. Over 20 elders attended the class and painted beautiful mountain scenes, guided by Esther Nystrom of Bitter Water Designs.
These classes are funded my Maricopa County Public Health and provide a place where elders can meet other elders, enjoy themselves, and get updated information on flu shots, COVID vaccines, and RSV.
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NATIVE HEALTH hosted two Read it and Eat programs in December, at NATIVE HEALTH Central and NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. Families made Tortilla Trees and Frozen Yogurt Berry Bark, made beautiful gingerbread houses, and read the book, Native American Night Before Christmas.
Thank you to Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust for funding this hands-on educational and engaging class.
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A huge thank you to the Valley of the Sun Cherokees for their very generous donation of holiday toys for our Home Visiting Programs.
Thank you, Valley of the Sun Cherokees, for your kindness, thoughtfulness, and generosity in making this a very happy holiday season!
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Thank you to Linda Benally for her very generous donation of holiday items for the community. We appreciate her continued support and generosity. |
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank Jeff Steinbeck for his continued support of NATIVE HEALTH and the community we serve. He coordinated a holiday toy drive with Lowe's. These were distributed to the children and families in our Home Visiting Programs. Jeff continues to assist with many of our events. Thank you, Jeff! |
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Thank you to Anita from AREA Farms Arizona for her generous donation of produce for the patients and clients at NATIVE HEALTH. Anita supports many local Arizona farmers and supplied us with 250 holiday produce boxes that contained beautiful, delicious, and organic Lion’s Mane Mushrooms, kale, carrots, radishes, and apples.
Thank you Anita and AREA Farms for all of your support and generosity!
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NATIVE HEALTH would again like to thank Debbie Hamilton for donating this month's beautiful, handmade quilt, Happy Stripes. Each month, Debbie spends countless hours designing and sewing these quilts. They are then given to a child in NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visit Program. They are gorgeous and made with love!
Thank you, Debbie Hamilton, for making a difference.
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Thank you to Jasmine, one of our fantastic volunteers, who collected toys, socks, food, and other items from BASIS Scottsdale and the surrounding neighborhood for the community. Jasmine is a dedicated, hard-working volunteer who assists with many needed tasks and programs at NATIVE HEALTH Central and organized this toy and sock drive.
Thank you, Jasmine, BASIS Scottsdale, and the surrounding neighborhood.
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Wellbearto had a super busy month! He had house guests and began their visit at McCormick Ranch's Holiday Light Extravaganza. He took a train ride, checked out the thousands of lights, rode a carousel, and loved the huge model train display. |
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Wellbearto took his guests to the Phoenix Art Museum and checked out the beautiful exhibits including his favorite, the Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room. Every time he visits the Art Museum, he loves to visit and reflect in this room. |
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Wellbearto took his guests to the Fry Bread House. He recommended they try different items. Their favorite was the fry bread dessert with honey and powdered sugar! |
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Wellbearto then took his guests to Mill Avenue in Tempe. He loved this chair and wanted a photo to remember his visit. |
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Wellbearto's friends went ice skating at the outdoor rink in Mesa next to the new ASU Film School. It was super fun watching everyone twirl around. |
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Wellbearto went on his annual Polar Express train ride in Williams, Arizona. He loves doing this every year. and kicking off the holiday season. |
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The Polar Express is a train ride "to the North Pole." Wellbearto wore his jammies, sang Christmas Carols, enjoyed the scenery, chatted with Santa, sipped on hot chocolate, munched chocolate chip cookies, and saw a pretty Christmas Village. |
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Wellbearto hung on tightly to his Polar Express ticket! |
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Wellbearto was looking forward to his holiday vacation! He traveled to Hopetown, Elbow Cay, Abacos, Bahamas. Where at Elbow Reef, he saw one of the last operational kerosene-fueled lighthouses in the world.
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Wellbearto went on a natural walk and climbed the National Tree of The Bahamas “Lignum Vitae”. |
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Wellbearto enjoyed seeing Elbow Cay’s and learning that their seafaring past is everywhere to see. |
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Wellbearto saw the place where explorers first landed in 1785. He loves going to the Bahamas. He has extremely generous friends that take him on vacation! |
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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 Thanks Our Partners and Supporters |
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NATIVE HEALTH would like to thank Salt River Project's Native Americans Together in Vision and Empowerment (N.A.T.I.V.E.) and their Employee Resource Group for their very generous holiday support.
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The sleighs were full! These two employee groups purchased gifts including toys, games, books, clothing, household items, and much more for hundreds of children. Without their support, many, many families would not have had a chance to celebrate the holidays. |
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Families were able to enjoy a joyous holiday due to these generous donations. |
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Many hands made light work. We rented a huge truck and picked up hundreds of gifts! The SRP employees went above and beyond to make sure everyone "adopted" had a wonderful and memorable holiday! |
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The children and families loved and appreciated the gifts!
Check out these amazing thank you notes!
Thank you Salt River Project N.A.T.I.V.E. and the Employee Resource Group (ERG) for making the holidays bright for many!
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NATIVE HEALTH's Domestic Violence Program |
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January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. It is important for us to talk about the risks within our community. American Indian/Alaska Native/ Pacific Islanders have the highest risk for experiencing sex trafficking. Forced labor is another form of trafficking exploitation occurring within the community. Opening up conversations with our children and each other about interpersonal violence, substance abuse and sex is needed to build trust and awareness. An example is sending nude or intimate pictures. These pictures are used to manipulate you into further acts to be sold and shared. Shame and guilt may create a barrier in reaching out for help. Make sure you are aware of your surroundings and let friends and family know where, who, and for how long you will be out on a date, or meeting with friends etc. These are just two examples of life saving conversations you can have with your friends, children, and family.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact crisis lines or you can call the Domestic Violence Prevention Case Manager, [email protected], 602-279-5262 ext. 12012.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911. National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888 or text: 233733. Arizona Human Trafficking Tip line: 1-877-4AZ-TIPS.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Dental Tips |
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Pediatric Dental Tips
by Tarek Kaakani, DMD
Why won’t my child let me brush their teeth? As parents, this is a struggle. Who would’ve known that a plastic stick with some bristles could cause our children to scream and shout? “Maybe we can just skip tonight,” “we can just brush in the morning,” “they barely ate anything today anyways,” and “they can brush themselves.” We have those days. We are human and we try to be patient with our children, but sometimes our children find ways to torment us. How do we make that nightly routine no longer a burden? I hope to answer some of those questions.
What toothpaste should I use? The AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry) recommends fluoride containing toothpaste in small amounts – a smear or rice size amount at age one, 1-2x/day, even if they are not spitting.
When should my child see a dentist? First tooth or first birthday – whichever comes first.
My kids won’t let me brush, how do I do it?
- Try and make brushing enjoyable. Play games, do magic tricks, count out loud, tickle them, make it a fun activity, be imaginative and creative.
- Be consistent. Night brushing can be part of their nightly routine.
- Legs over arms technique. Sit down with legs out, place child’s head between your legs and over your child’s arms – perfect angle to brush and you won’t get caught with a swinging hand.
- Fighting doesn’t last forever. Be patient and you’ll find that brushing will become a breeze.
What are some good foods to eat for good teeth? High protein is great such as hard cheese, white meats, nuts, etc.
I love candy, can I eat it? Of course! There are many healthier alternatives to candies to look out for such as Smart Sweets, Unreal, Full fruit leathers, etc. Now that may not always be an option, so try and look for darker chocolates, candies with nuts, and limit pure sugars like gummy bears, skittles, etc. Have a little fun but do so in moderation – remember to brush at night.
When should I be brushing? Brushing at night is most important, brushing in the morning is to make sure you don’t have bad breath. Do both – life will be easier.
How can I be better at flossing? Flossing is difficult to be consistent. My suggestion is to keep floss in your shower. You can spit on the shower floor, and you get 2-3 minutes more under the warm water.
There may be more questions and we as parents are always trying to do the best that we can for our children. There may be times where you may be questioning the appearance of a tooth, tongue/lip tie, clinching/grinding, and other dental related needs – these are great opportunities to bring your little one in to get them acquainted with a dental home. It’ll take time to get used to a dental clinic for our little ones, but with patience, they will find it safe and inviting.
For more info, contact NATIVE HEALTH's Dental Departments at (602) 279-5262.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Garden |
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Greetings from NATIVE HEALTH's Traditional Garden! We've been busy in the Traditional Garden. In December, Bank of America's Native American Professional Network (NAPN) volunteers along with community members came out and helped with creating columns and prepped the soil for upcoming planting. The hard working and dedicated volunteers planted beets, radish, lettuce, and carrots.
The dedicated volunteers also helped build a fence to keep the bunnies out from nibbling the seedlings. They also pulled weeds and harvested the rest of the beans.
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Other volunteers stripped off the amaranth flowers and helped process them for seeds.
December's bountiful harvest included Brown Tepary Beans, loofah, Rainbow Chard, cilantro, I’itoi Onions, jalapenos, peas, and Dino Kale.
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December's Grow Bag workshop was popular, fun, and engaging! Many participants came out and received a grow bag, seeds, and Garden Manual. They learned how to plant their grow bags, take care of their plants and received recipes.
A virtual Tepary Bean Salad food demo was held in December to the community with great feedback!
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NATIVE HEALTH's Second Saturday Traditional Garden Workday will be held Saturday, January 13, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Volunteers are needed to help harvest, pull weeds, and water.
For more information and upcoming events, please feel free to contact Sierra at [email protected].
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NATIVE HEALTH's Indigenous Wellness Program |
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Last month, the Indigenous Wellness Program hosted the Indigenous Wellness Retreat reunion for returning and new participants. The workshops consisted of fun activities such as watercolor painting, journaling, learning cultural dances, and gaining more information on At-Home Garden kits. The Indigenous Wellness Retreat Reunion also had exciting guest speakers that gave knowledge on mindfulness, cultural backgrounds, and traditional teachings.The participants also learned about their Fitbits and how to track their goals.
In December, the Indigenous Wellness Program worked with NATIVE HEALTH’s Registered Dietitian, Sumi Tohan, for food demo workshops. Demos included turkey stuffed bell peppers and Bison nachos with green and red tortilla chips. Participants loved tasting the delicious recipes and learned how to manage their diabetes during the holidays.
The Indigenous Wellness Program will be teaming up with Sumi Tohan again in January for a 6-part series for food demos, "Planning for a Healthy Year!"
The first food demo will take place on January 10, and will discuss smart goal setting and stress management. The second food demo will be on January 24, that will focus on maintaining motivation.
Both workshops will take place at NATIVE HEALTH central. For more information, please contact Gabrielle via email.
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The Wellness Warrior program held a Walk with Santa at Mesa Riverview Park. Participants loved seeing old friends and meeting new ones, while walking, and learning more about their culture.
Wellness Warrior 's will kick off "Walk With Your Ancestors" in January to celebrate the new year!
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The first Walk With Your Ancestors session will be Saturday, January 20, at 10:00-11:00 a.m. Steele Indian School Park at 300 E. Indian School Road in Phoenix (near NATIVE HEALTH Central).
The second Walk With Your Ancestors will be held on Saturday, January 27, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at Mesa Riverview Park, 2100 W. Rio Salado Parkway, in Mesa.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Maternal and Child Health |
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Greetings from NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visiting Program. In December, the Maternal and Child Health programs (Home Visiting, LAUNCH, and Health Start) had a great success during our monthly Group Connection.
Families enjoyed some delicious hot cocoa, popcorn, and holiday Chex mix. Families decorated Blue Corn cupcakes.
Holiday activities included decorating picture frames and gingerbread man, writing letters to Santa, and making Christmas cards. They also enjoyed a winter sensory activity and garden demonstration.
Families took home beautiful hand-knitted stockings stuffed with fun gifts, books, and knitted items from Hooks and Needles.
The Maternal and Child Health programs would like to thank Paul Joe for sharing a story on the Navajo Constellation on how the stars are among the sky. Families enjoyed hearing his story and were able to take home a Big Dipper activity packet that includes Play-Doh, toothpicks, and glow in the dark stars.
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NATIVE HEALTH’s LAUNCH program visited Modern Phoenix Elementary School, and taught lessons on gratitude and read The Marvelous Mrs!
Students had fun baking cookies from Mrs. Clause's bakery and were able to take home a gratitude journals.
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The LAUNCH Program is offering Positive Indian Parenting sessions beginning on January 15, via Zoom. Positive Indian Parenting is designed to meet the needs of both Native and non-Native parents, relatives, caregivers, foster parents, and others who strive to be more positive in their approach to parenting.
The curriculum was created by the National Indian Child Welfare Association (NICWA). Participants can enroll voluntarily, or if needing to meet a court order requirement for a Parenting Class.
Requirements:
- Must reside within Maricopa County
- Must attend all class sessions to receive a Certificate of Completion
- Parents will have to register individually into the class in order to receive a Certificate
Packets will need to be picked up prior to class start date.
For more information or questions, contact Iwannah. Phone: (602) 291-2647. Email: [email protected]
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Native Talk Arizona airs Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. on KRDP 90.7 FM (and kicks off five hours of Indigenous Talk Radio on Wednesday evenings)!
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Native Talk Arizona host, Lanasha Puati, interviews Charley Hogan, Navajo actress and advocate, starring in "Frybread Face and Me". airs Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. on KRDP
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December guests included:
- Cece Meadows | Founder and CEO of Prados Beauty
- Cassandra Scott | Tohono O'odham Community College - Phoenix Center Director
- Kim Shaw | The Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) Internship Coordinator
- Ednei Yabeny | Self-Taught Jeweler and Silversmith
- Charley Hogan | Navajo actress and advocate, who is staring in the new film, Frybread Face and Me.
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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Did you know? In the U.S., about half of all pregnancies are unplanned and major birth defects occur very early in pregnancy (3-4 weeks after conception) before women know they are pregnant.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends all women of reproductive age take 400 micrograms of Folic Acid daily to prevent birth defects. Our bodies use folic acid to make new cells and when the baby is developing during pregnancy, folic helps form the neural tube. This neural tube forms the brain and spine.
In addition, folic acid may be included in your daily diet as it is often added to foods such as bread, pasta, and breakfast cereals. Many WIC approved foods contain folate, which is another form of folic acid including oranges, kidney beans, black-eyed peas, spinach, and broccoli.
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Interested in applying for WIC? If you are eligible to receive WIC or are a current WIC participant, you will receive the following including a cash value benefit for fruits and vegetables: · Monthly food benefits that can be used at local grocery stores · Nutrition education · Breastfeeding support · Help finding health care and other community services
Fruits and Vegetables Cash Value Benefits: · Breastfeeding: $49 · Pregnant and Postpartum (non-breastfeeding): $44 · Infant: $4 at 9 months of age (must be requested) · Child: $25
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To know more about WIC and how to apply, you can complete the Pre-application online at https://itcawic.itcastars.net/apply. You may also call 800-470-5930 to speak with a WIC team member.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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NATIVE HEALTH - AHCCCS Application Assistance |
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Have you lost coverage from AHCCCS health insurance? When the Public Health Emergency ended last spring, AHCCCS sent out letters asking participants to check their coverage and update their information. Have you checked your status?
If you do not know the status of your AHCCCS health insurance, have no insurance, or need general information for AHCCCS contact your friendly Patient Enrollment Specialist (PES) for any help with an AHCCCS application, Renewal, or to report a change.
They can also help with Cash and Nutrition Assistance (SNAP and TANF).
If you believe you are over income for AHCCCS or have private insurance that does not cover certain services, they can also help you apply for NATIVE HEALTH's Discount Program or the Health Insurance Marketplace.
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You may contact NATIVE HEALTH's Patient Enrollment Specialists for an appointment, day, night, or weekends (via phone or Zoom) or walk-in. There are friendly and helpful Patient Enrollment Specialists at all three NATIVE HEALTH clinical locations.
Did you know there’s a new feature on Health-e-Arizona plus which is a virtual assistant option named SAM? You can report a change in contact information without ever logging in!! You will also be able to sign up for text alerts for the status or renewal reminders through the SAM option as well.
If you have been contacted by AHCCCS it is important to respond. If you are on AHCCCS, you might have received a letter, text, email, or phone call from Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) or AHCCCS (Arizona Medicaid) asking you to verify and update your address, phone number, email, etc. for your eligibility renewal. After you update your information. you will be contacted by AHCCCS about your renewal. Your letter will either inform you of your eligibility status and tell you now response is needed, or ask for additional information. Please make sure you respond in a timely manner.
Again, you have multiple options to check and update your information:
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NATIVE HEALTH's Patient Enrollment Specialists can assist you in person, on the phone, or via Zoom, to help you update your information. You can also make an in-person appointment, day, evening, or weekends, whatever is convenient for you. You can also walk into any NATIVE HEALTH location. You can find additional information on NATIVE HEALTH's website, www.nativehealthphoenix.org, under the "Community" tab. Click on the Medicaid/AHCCCS pull down.
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Check the AHCCCS website at www.healthearizonaplus.gov (Health-E-Arizona)
- Call AHCCCS at 1-855-432-7587.
NATIVE HEALTH Central has Arizona Department of Economic Security ON SITE, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. This service is first come, first served.
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If you need assistance or you want to apply for benefits with one of our PES' please contact us. PES 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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Allergies, Flu, or COVID? |
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Not feeling well? Not sure if you have COVID, flu, a cold or allergies? Check out this easy to read table to help you identify some symptoms.
NATIVE HEALTH has the 2023-2024 COVID vaccines and flu shots.
NATIVE HEALTH has appointments and walk-in availability. For more info, call (602) 279-5262.
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Want to get involved and help? |
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A 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!
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January 12 Deadline - Tohono O'odham Community College Spring 2024 registration. Free tuition for Native Americans with Tribal ID. For more info, click here.
January 15 - Tribal College Blanket Design Competition. For more info, click here.
January 24, 2024 Deadline - Udall Foundation's Native American Congressional Internship. For more information click here.
January 31 Deadline - University of Utah's Native American Research Internship, May 28-August 2. For more info, click here.
January 31 Deadline - Grand Canyon Trust's Native America Intern program. Paid Internship. For more info, click here.
January 31 Deadline - Grand Canyon Trust's Arizona Public Lands Intern. Paid internship. For more info, click here.
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. FLIP - OPP (the-flip.org)
January 31 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 - University of Arizona's Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention. Summer Research Opportunities. For more info, click here.
February 1 Deadline - NAU's Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals. Paid 8-week summer internship. For more information here.
ASU RECHARGE, at ASU Tempe, Friday, February 2. For American Indian students in grades 7-12. Students will learn about their education, future, and communities through engaging activities, presentations on college majors, culture and identity, and college preparedness. For more info, or to register, click here.
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. For more info, click here.
February 5 Deadline - Association of American Indian Physician's Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) 6-week Summer Enrichment Program. June 20-July 29. For students interested in pursuing a career in the health professions. For more information, click here.
February 15 Deadline - Indigenous Journalists Association with ASU and Indian Country Today's Graduate Fellowship at ASU Downtown. Free tuition, salary, and more. For more info, contact Aric via email.
March 1 - Nina Scholars Program through Maricopa Community Colleges. Must be a Maricopa Community College student. For more info, or to apply, click here.
March 6 - Udall Undergraduate Scholarship. For more info, click here.
March 15 Deadline - Native American Science and Engineering Summer Program at UA for high school students. June 9-15. For more info, click here.
April 26 Deadline - American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association & Hospitality Scholarship. For more info, click here.
College Horizons - For more info on the 2024 program dates and host sites - click here.
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Tribal Resources
Arizona Department of Economic Security's Office of Tribal Relations - Link for any Tribal member in Arizona who needs assistance, click 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).
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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The Arizona Smokers’ HelpLine (ASHLine) offers free help to quit commercial tobacco through the American Indian Commercial Tobacco Program. They connect commercial tobacco users with coaches and resources for – and from – Native American communities. Call 1-855-5AI-QUIT or sign up at AIQUITLine.org
Are you considering a graduate program in public health? Join the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health for an information session to learn more about our campus, online, and hybrid programs!
Banner University Medical Center is participating in an international study to see if a blood clotting drug, given soon after arrival in the emergency department, can improve survival. Bleeding out is the most common cause of preventable death after injury. Please join our virtual community forum discussing the Trauma And Prothrombin Complex Concentrate (TAP) Trial. For more info, 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.
Southwest Human Development's Helpline is available at 877-705-KIDS. This free helping is for Arizona parents, caregivers, and professionals with questions or concerns about children ages birth to five.
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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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January 10 - Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day. Arizona Capitol. For more info, click here.
January 13 - Southwest Gourd Society's Winter Pow Wow at San Xavier Recreation Center, Tucson.
January 15-18 - Southwest Indian Agricultural Association, LINQ Hotel and Event Space in Las Vegas, NV. For more info, click here.
January 27 - Community Dispose-A-Med Drive Thru in partnership with Phoenix Indian Center at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Drop off unused, unwanted, and expired medications. Free community workshops 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Vaping and Marijuana 101, and 1:00-2:00 p.m. Rx360 Safeguarding Medication. Health screenings and COVID vaccines and flu shots. For more info, contact Loren.
January 28-February 11 - American Indian Arts Exposition, 2830 S. Thrasher Avenue in Tucson. Part of Tucson Rock and Gem Show. www.usaindianinfo.com.
February 12-15 - National Congress of American Indian's 2024 Executive Winter Session. Washington DC. For more info, click here.
February 14 - 9th Annual Navajo Trails and Outdoor Recreation Conference. Navajo Nation Museum in Window Rock. For more info, click here.
February 17-18 - Heard Museum's 34th Annual World Championship Hoop Dance Contest. Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Avenue in Phoenix. For more info, click here.
February 23-24 - Ira Hayes Veterans Social Pow Wow, Sacaton Fairgrounds, Sacaton. For more info, contact Marc at (520) 610-9411.
February 27-28 - Arizona Housing Coalition's Annual Conference at the Mesa Convention Center. For more info, or to register, click here.
February 29 - Arizona Public Health Association Conference, "Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Arizona", Desert Willow Conference Center. For more info, click here.
March 1 - Touchstone Health Services CARE: Conference: Empowering Communities and Inspiring Youth at the Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel. 8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. For more info, click here.
March 2-3 - 66th Annual Heard Museum Guild Indian Fair and Market, Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Avenue in Phoenix. For more info, click here.
March 12-13 - Arizona Advisory Council on Indian Health Care's 2024 Tribal Health Literacy Summit: Navigating Pandemics Together: Empower-Learn-Thrive. Desert Willow Conference Center. For more info, or to register, click here.
April 7-10 - 42nd Annual Protecting Our Children Conference. Seattle and virtual options. For more info, click here.
April 10-12 - Arizona Alliance of Community Health Center's Annual Conference. Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Parkway. For more info, or to register, click here.
April 12 and 13 - American Indian Disability Summit. April 12 - American Indian Disability Summit and April 13 - American Indian Youth Disability Summit. For more info, click here.
April 27 - 2024 Arizona Alzheimer's Consortium Public Conference. ASU Memorial Union, Tempe. FREE. 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. For more info, click here.
July 22-24 - NABI Nation Basketball Invitational and College and Career Fair. For more info, 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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