NATIVE HEALTH - Central
4041 North Central Avenue, Building C Phoenix, Arizona 85012 P (602) 279-5262 F (602) 279-5390 Medical Hours:
Monday-Friday,
7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Same Day Medical Appointments:
Monday-Friday
7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
NATIVE HEALTH and NHW Community Health Center accepts AHCCCS (Medicaid) Health Plans including UnitedHealthCare Community Plan (formerly APIPA), Mercy Care, Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care, Health Choice, HealthNet Access, Care 1st of Arizona, Phoenix Health Plan, UA Health Plans, Bridgeway Health Solutions and American Indian Health Program. Medicare, CMDP, and many private insurance plans are accepted. Please email Amanda for additional information or you may call (602) 279-5262. Dental Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-noon 1:00-5:30 p.m. Emergency Dental Appointments:
Monday-Friday
9:00-10:00 a.m. 1:00-3:00 p.m. To make a dental appointment or if you have questions, please call Gina at (602) 279-5262 x 3402 or email Gina. AHCCCS Plans, American Indian Health Program, CMDP and private insurance plans are accepted. Reduced fees are available for adults on AHCCCS. Behavioral Health:
Monday-Friday Now accepting AHCCCS for behavioral health services. Behavioral Health Intakes are accepted on a walk-in basis, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. NATIVE HEALTH is a provider under the Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care Regional Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA). For more information contact Kristy at (602) 279-5262 x 3208 or email her. Counseling Services:- Intensive Outpatient Program
- Domestic Violence Offender Group (male and female offender)
- Women's Empowerment Group
- Anger Management Group
- Teen Anger Management Group
- Domestic Violence Case Management
- Individual, family and group counseling
WIC Hours:
Central
Monday-Thursday, 8:00-5:00
Friday 7:30-4:30
Closed 1:00-2:00 p.m.
ThunderCloud Optical
Mondays 9:00-3:00
Podiatry through Midwestern University
2nd and 4th Monday Mornings
Optometry through Midwestern
University
Mondays
HIV Testing - Free, rapid testing
Monday-Friday
8:00-5:00
Hepatitis C Testing
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
8:00-5:00
AHCCCS/SNAP/TANF Enrollment Assistance
Monday-Friday
8:00-5:00, first come, first served
NHW Community Health Center 2423 W. Dunlap, Suite 140 Phoenix, Arizona 85021 P (602) 279-5351 F (602) 279-5361
Medical Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. Same day appointments available. Behavioral Health Services: Monday-Friday Now accepting AHCCCS for behavioral health services. Behavioral Health intakes are by appointment and currently limited to persons wanting to participate in one the group programs. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. For information or to make an appointment contact Dr. Quintana. Counseling Services: - Individual, family and group counseling
- Domestic Violence Offender Group for women
WIC Hours: Monday/Wednesday 8:00-1:00, 2:00-5:00 p.m. Friday 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; 2:00-4:30 p.m. ThunderCloud Optical Fridays, 9:00-3:00 Podiatry provided by Midwestern University 1st and 3rd Wednesday afternoons Optometry provided by Midwestern University Fridays HIV and Hepatitis C Testing - free, rapid testing Thursdays and Fridays 8:00-5:00 AHCCCS/SNAP/TANF Enrollment Assistance Monday-Friday First come, first served MetroCenter Information and Referral Center Off I-17 between Dunlap and Peoria 9617 N. Metro Parkway, Suite 1060 Phoenix, Arizona 85051 P (602) 618-6092 F (602) 296-0396 AHCCCS/SNAP/TANF Enrollment Assistance Available on a first come, first served basis. Call for required documents list. Monday-Friday 11:00-7:00 Saturday 10:00-7:00 Sunday 10:00-6:00 WIC Hours: Central Monday-Thursday, 8:00-5:00 Friday 7:30-4:30 PIMC-16th Street WIC 2nd/4th Mondays 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
1st/3rd Mondays 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Thursday 8:00-5:00 Friday 7:30-4:30
Closed 1:00-2:00 p.m.
NHW Community Health Center Monday/Wednesday 8:00-1:00, 2:00-5:00 p.m. Friday 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.; 2:00-4:30 p.m.
Guadalupe WIC
Pascua Yaqui Tribal Building
1st/3rd Wednesdays
10:00-11:30 a.m.
12:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
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January NATIVE HEALTH Photos
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NATIVE HEALTH staff presented Henry the Hand and hand washing and germs to a first grade class. The program was a huge hit and the students were able to learn all about hand washing and flu prevention.
NATIVE HEALTH's first Read It and Eat was a success. 18 families attended the event and made their own apple crisp and took home bags of  produce. Thank you to HealthNet Access for support in funding this innovative program.  Each reusable tote bag of produce included citrus fruit, tomatoes, spring mix, french radishes (above), and rainbow carrots.
NHW Community Health Center's Dental Open House was a huge success. Hundreds of people turned out for tours, food and to meet the new Dentist, Dr. Bork. For more information or to make an appointment contact
LaRee.
NATIVE HEALTH staff presented to the Group Connections and taught My Native MyPlate to the participants. Families received MyPlates and MyCups and learned about healthy nutrition.
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Upcoming February NATIVE HEALTH Classes
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NATIVE HEALTH is hosting the following FREE events in February:
Brain Time Classes - Wednesday, February 3, 10, 17. 10:00 a.m. All are welcome. NATIVE HEALTH Central. For more information or to RSVP contact Sabrina. NATIVE HEALTH Community Garden - Wednesday, February 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Sustainable Vegetable Gardening. NATIVE HEALTH Community Garden, Shade House, Central/Indian School. For information see article block below.
Prenatal/Pediatric Meet and Greet - Wednesday, February 17, 10:00 a.m.-noon. All are welcome. For additional information, see the article block above.
Hoops with Dr. Bork - Friday, February 26, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Come shoot hoops with NHW Community Health Center's new Dentist, Dr. Bork. Learn about pediatric dental care while celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month and shooting hoops! All are welcome.
Tea with the Toothfairy - Monday, February 29, 10:00 a.m. Learn about pediatric dental health and celebrate National Children's Dental Health Month and enjoy tea and healthy snacks with the NATIVE HEALTH Tooth Fairy (aka Dr. Becker). All are welcome.
All classes are open to the public and all are welcome to attend. For information on any of these events please email Sabrina.
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January 31-February 15 - American Indian Arts Exposition. Flamingo Quality Inn Ballroom, 1300 N. Stone Avenue, Tucson. 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For information call (520) 622-4900 or check the website.
February 3 - Association for Supportive Child Care's Early Childhood Network Meeting. Breakfast and networking. 8:00 a.m. Association for Supportive Child Care, 3910 S. Rural, Tempe. For information call Sarah at (480) 829-0500 x 1206. February 3 - Arizona Tri-Universities for Indian Education Meeting. 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. For information contact Sahmie.February 3 - ASU Spring 2016 Health Equity Lecture Series, Southwest Interdisciplinary Research Center. "Translational Research: Disseminating locally developed interventions at the regional, national and international levels." Noon-1:00 p.m. UCENT-SIRC 720. For information or to RSVP contact Kathy. February 3, 10, 17 - NATIVE HEALTH hosts Brain Time for young children and parents. All are welcome. 10:00 a.m. For information or to RSVP contact Sabrina via email. February 3-4 - Southwest Indigenous Women's Coalition's training, "Humanizing our Response to Violence in our Communities: Being Inclusive, Coordinated and Accountable." Held in Peach Springs. For information or to register contact Tania via email. February 4 - Creating a Desert Oasis with Low-water-use. Presented by City of Phoenix Neighborhood College. 6:00-7:30 p.m. Palo Verde Library, 4401 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix. For information call (602) 534-3950. February 5 - Using Health Information Technology to Improve Diabetes and Hypertension Management. Arizona Department of Health Services and Health Services Advisory Group. Held at Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. For information contact Tracy.February 6 - Archaeology for Kids (7-12 years of age). 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 E. Washington. Fee. (602) 495-0901. February 6 - The Journey of the Heroic Parent. Insights and strategies on working with children with challenging behaviors by Dr. Brad Reedy. Hosted by the Family Involvement Center. For information contact Kelsey at (602) 559-9237. February 6 - NAU Lumberjack Spirit Day, Flagstaff. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Tours, panel discussions, free lunch and free admission to the Men's Basketball game at 2:00 p.m.For information call (888) 628-2968. February 9-10 - Arizona Alliance of Community Health Centers Annual Meeting "Modernizing Community Health: An Innovative Approach" Held at Phoenix Art Museum, 1625 N. Central. For information contact Brenda at (602) 218-3919 or email her. February 11 - Arizona Rural & Public Health Policy Forum. Arizona State Capital, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. For policy makers, health care providers, community leaders, public health practitioners, legislators, etc. For information or to register click here. February 11-12 - Wiring the Rez: Expanding the Borders of Indian Country through E-Commerce. Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino, Chandler. For information call (480) 965-7715 or check the website. ASU College of Law. Registration required. February 12 - Plant Tour of Pueblo Grande. 10:00-11:00 a.m. Discover edible and medicinal plants of the southwest. Limited space. Free with museum admission. 4619 E. Washington, Phoenix. (602) 495-0901. February 12 - DCS Community Partnership Meeting. Noon. DCS, 3925 E. Broadway, Phoenix. New location. Great networking. For information or to RSVP contact Charlotte at (602) 771-0636. February 13 - KeepPhx Beautiful Garden Clean Up at Community Garden at Central/Indian School. NATIVE HEALTH has a garden in this area. 8:00-10:00 a.m. All are welcome. For information contact Katie. February 17 - Conducting Research with Native American Communities: Cross Cultural Training for Students and Researchers. University of Arizona, NARTC. 1:00-5:00 p.m. RSVP by 2/12. For information or to RSVP contact Amanda at (520) 300-1457. February 17-18 - Southwest Indigenous Women's Coalition's training, "Humanizing our Response to Violence in our Communities: Being Inclusive, Coordinated and Accountable." Held in Parker, Arizona. For information or to register contact Tania via email. February 17-19 - University of New Mexico School of Medicine. 4th International Meeting on Indigenous Women's Health, Albuquerque. "Pathways to Cultural Wellness and Rural Maternity Safety." For information click here. February 19 - STD/HIV Update for Clinicians. Sponsored by ADHS, AACHC, and ITCA. 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Fee. One day CME event designed to strengthen delivery of care and preventative services for STD's and HIV. Scholarships available. For information contact Alyssa. February 19 - AT Still University, National Center for American Indian Health Professions, hosts Billy Mills. All are welcome. 5:30 p.m. AT Still University, Arizona Campus, Saguaro A & B, Mesa. For information contact Vikki via email. February 19-20 - City of Phoenix Hazardous Waste Drop-Off. Cesar Chavez Park. For information click here. February 20 - Native American Research & Training Center's Winter Institute 2016, The Power of Visual Storytelling. Fee. Tucson. For information or to register contact Felina. February 20 - AT Still University's National Center for American Indian Health Professions hosts a 5K/1 Mile Fun Walk. Billy Mills will be starting the runners and walkers. Run/Walk begins at 8:00 a.m 5850 E. Still Circle, Mesa. Fee. For information contact Vikki at (480) 219-6108. February 20 - Cancer Caregivers' Education Program. Arizona Multiple Myeloma Network. Courtyard Marriott, Scottsdale. For information or to register contact Barbara. February 24 - NATIVE Health hosts Every Child Ready to Read. 12:30 p.m. All are welcome. For information contact Sabrina via email. February 26 - Drop-In Discoveries. 10:00 a.m.-noon. Join Native Seed/ Search for drop-in informational program about agricultural crops grown by the Hohokam. Free and included with paid museum admission. Pueblo Grande Museum, 4619 East Washington, Phoenix. February 26 - NHW Community Health Center hosts "Hoops with Dr. Bork" celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month. NHW Community Health Center, 2423 W. Dunlap, Suite 140. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. All are welcome. For information contact LaRee. February 28-March 2 - 2016 Native Women and Men's Wellness Conference, San Diego, California. For more information contact the American Indian Institute at (405) 325-4127 or by email. February 29 - Alliance for Children and Youth with Unique Challenges Strategic Planning Retreat, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Family Involvement Center, Phoenix. Hosted by Maricopa County Department of Public Health. For caregivers of children with unique challenges, professionals whose work supports children with unique challenges, and young adults 18-26 with unique challenges. Breakfast and lunch provided. Childcare available on request. For information or to RSVP contact Morgan or call (602) 506-6036. February 29 - NATIVE HEALTH hosts "Tea with the Tooth Fairy" celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month. NATIVE HEALTH, 4041 N. Central Avenue, Building C, Phoenix. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. All are welcome. For information contact Sabrina. March 5 - PHX Renews Spring Spectacular. 1:00-4:00 p.m. Workshops, movie screenings, plant sales, great conversations, and excellent food. Free. 4221 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. Limited parking. For information click here. March 5 - Madison Park Pow Wow, 1431 E. Campbell, Phoenix. All are welcome. 11:00 a.m. Gourd Dance, 1:00 p.m. Grand Entry, 5:00 p.m. Gourd Dance, 6:00 p.m. Grand Entry. For information call (602) 456-0773 or email them. March 5 - Dobson High School Pow Wow. Mesa. For information contact Misty at (480) 334-5458. March 7 - 4th Annual Pediatric Obesity Symposium hosted by the Cardiometabolic Assessment Research and Education (CARE) Program, Phoenix Children's Hospital. Held in Scottsdale. For information click here. March 7-11 - "Caring for Mother Earth, Plants, and Animals" Regional B.I.A. and USDA Workshop. Apache Gold Casino Resort, San Carlos, Arizona. For information call (800) 272-2438. March 8-9 - 2016 Annual Conference on Integrated Healthcare. Center for Applied Behavioral Health Policy, ASU. QI and QA through integrated healthcare solutions. Crowne Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort, Chandler. For information check the website. March 10-11 - Google Mapping and Language Workshop. Learn about indigenous communities and your land, enabling you to tell your own stories, in your own languages, from your own perspective. Huhugam Heritage Center, Gila River Indian Community. For information contact Alyce at (520) 626-4145 or via email. March 11 - 25th Annual Alzheimer's Education Conference. Scottsdale Bible Church. Alzheimer's Association. For information or to register contact Mindy at (602) 528-0545. March 12 - Arizona Military/Veteran's women's Expo 2016. Glendale. For women who have served or are still serving in the military. Glendale Community College, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. For information email them. March 12 - NATIVE HEALTH Prayer Walk. 10 and 6 mile walks from South Mountain and North Mountain. FREE. All are welcome. For information see the article block. For information and/or to register contact Sabrina. March 15-17 - Composting Strategies for Tribes (Institute for Tribal Environment Professionals). Tucson. For employees of Federally recognized tribes and will focus on developing effective and sustainable composting programs. For information or to apply contact Julie.March 16 - ASU Native American Alumni Chapter and the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Arizona is hosting a Professional Career Fair. Old Main at ASU, 400 E. Tyler Mall, Tempe. 5:00-8:00 p.m. For information click here. March 16-17 - Scholarships for Native American Fitness Instructor Certifications. Walking Strong Trainer. Flagstaff, Arizona. For information or to register contact John at (928) 774-3048 or check the website. March 17 - 12th Annual American Indian Disability Summit. "Gathering Native Voices to Celebrate the Spirit of Resilience." Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. For information or to register contact Rosalie at (602) 443-0707 or Dorothy at (602) 495-7521. March 18 - Living with Myeloma - Scientific Roundtable. Chaparral Suites, Scottsdale. For information contact Barbara. March 18-20 - I.H.S./Tribal/ Urban Native American Cancer Support Leadership Training, Albuquerque. Registration due March 1. FREE. Limited travel scholarships available. For information or to register contact Kendra at (605) 721-1922 x 141 or email her. March 19 - Living with Myeloma Conference. Chaparral Suites, Scottsdale. For information contact Barbara. March 23 - Arizona Healthy Communities Conference, Mesa. For community development practitioners, planning and health professionals, affordable housing developers, non-profits and more. For more information or to register click here. March 26 - Westwood High School Pow Wow, Mesa. For information contact Wayne at (480) 472-4632.
Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
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NATIVE HEALTH has been busy growing! We had our Dental Clinic Open House last week at NHW Community Health Center and had quite a large turnout. We introduced a beautiful new Dental Clinic which houses four opera  tories and a new state-of-the-art digital panoramic x-ray machine. Dr. Bork will be be our staff dentist at NHW Community Health Center. We have been blessed with new programs and great community partners and are looking forward to our new initiatives. February is National Children's Dental Health Month and American Heart Month. NATIVE HEALTH and NHW Community Health Center have a lot of Children's Dental Health activities planned including Hoops with Dr. Bork at NHW Community Health Center and Tea with the Tooth Fairy (Dr. Becker) at NATIVE HEALTH. Please take a minute and look at the articles below. We hope you and your family will attend one of these events.
We are planning the introduction of some new programs in the near future. Keep watching the newsletter and website for upcoming exciting announcements! NATIVE HEALTH continues to provide medical services from 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (Central location) and 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. at NHW Community Health Center. Dental services are also available Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (Central location) and 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at NHW Community Health Center. The medical clinics offer same day appointments. Transportation is also available on an appointment basis. Behavioral health services are available on a walk-in basis for new patients and can also be accessed by appointment.
We hope you have a wonderful Valentine's Day. During the month of February we remind you to be conscious of your heart health. It is a good idea to schedule a physical with your primary care provider to make sure your blood pressure, cholesterol and your general heart health are in good order. We look forward to serving you.
Sincerely,
Walter Murillo,
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NHW Community Health Center
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February is American Heart Month
Take steps today to lower your risk of heart disease and heart attack. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States.
To help prevent heart disease, you can:
- Eat healthy and get active.
- Watch your weight.
- Quit smoking and stay away from secondhand smoke.
- Control your cholesterol ("koh-LEHS-tuh-rahl") and blood pressure.
 - If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation.
- Take steps to prevent type 2 diabetes.
- Manage stress.
NHW Community Health Center provides chronic care management, counseling, integrated behavioral health counselors, and other services to help you stay healthy. Our staff can help you live a healthier life. Please ask your medical provider for more suggestions.
The new NHW Community Health Center Dental Clinic is now accepting patients. We accept private insurance, AHCCCS, or individuals without insurance. Services are available Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
For more information or to make an appointment email Justina.
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NATIVE HEALTH Information and Referral Center - MetroCenter Mall
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| The NATIVE HEALTH Information and Referral Center is located next to the Children's Play Area, lower level (near Sears).
Enrollment Assistance 7 days per week
AHCCCS - SNAP - TANF - and Health Insurance Marketplace Available to all
Open until 7 pm Monday-Saturday;
6pm Sunday
NATIVE HEALTH Information and Referral Center at MetroCenter Mall is available seven days per week to assist you and your family with enrollment and renewal services.
To reach the Information and Referral Center please call (602) 618-6092 or email Teresa. |
Where was Wellbearto last month? Check out the photos below and see what he's been up to. You can also follow our Facebook page to see what he's doing every day.
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Wellbearto checked out the Fiesta Bowl Parade and saw the Star Wars Stormtroopers. It was pretty exciting! He just saw the movie for the first time. Wellbearto's favorite character is Finn. Who is yours?
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Wellbearto then checked out the mini cars at the Fiesta Bowl Parade. This car was almost the perfect size. He really wanted to drive it but they needed it for the Parade. Wellbearto loves bright red cars!
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Wellbearto then saw some nice kids and pretty flowers in the Parade. He stopped to pose for a picture. It was a great Parade. There were a lot of people!
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Wellbearto went to visit some people in Oregon. It was really cold but very pretty. Oregon is a pretty cool state! Wellbearto became great friend with lots of Oregon Ducks.
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Wellbearto checked out the courts at Oregon State University. It was a pretty neat looking campus. Wellbearto really enjoyed being in Corvalis, Oregon.
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Wellbearto met the wonderful women from Knit for the Needy and they gave him a beautiful scarf. They donated handmade hats, booties, scarves, and blankets for NATIVE HEALTH and NHW Community Health Center families. NATIVE HEALTH appreciates their hard work , dedication and talent! The items are gorgeous and will keep everyone warm. Wellbearto looks snazzy in his new scarf!
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Wellbearto also checked out the last Arizona Cardinals game. It was sad because he wanted them to go to the Super Bowl but it was a great season and he will forever be a fan! Wellbearto is hoping to go to lots of games next year with his new teddy bear friend.
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Wellbearto wanted to exercise so he visited the Hole-in-the-Rock at Papago Park near the Phoenix Zoo. He hiked and had a great time. He loved checking out the hole and the views! Just so you know, when Wellbearto goes hiking, he wears his special hiking boots he bought at the camping store.
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Wellbearto is getting ready for Valentine's Day. He is busy making Valentine's Day cards for all of his friends. Wellbearto's favorite Valentine's Day gift are those little heart shaped candies that say things like "You rock", and "Be mine".
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NATIVE HEALTH Hosts Brain Time Classes
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Read it and Eat Program
Early Literacy and Cooking Classes
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Prenatal and Pediatric Meet and Greet
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NATIVE HEALTH Celebrates National Children's Dental Health Month
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February is National Children's Dental Health Month
NATIVE HEALTH's Dental Director, Anh Thu Becker, D.M.D., discusses:
Sippy Cups and Your Child's Teeth
As soon as teeth appear in the mouth, decay can occur. One of the risk factors for early childhood caries (sometimes called baby bottle tooth decay or nursing mouth syndrome)  is frequent and prolonged exposure of a baby's teeth to liquids, such as fruit juice, milk or formula, which all contain sugar. Tooth decay can occur when a baby is put to bed with a bottle. Infants should finish their naptime or bedtime bottle before going to bed. Because decay can destroy the teeth of an infant or young child, you should encourage your children to drink from a cup by their first birthdays.
Many training cups, also called sippy or tippy cups, are available in stores. Many are no spill cups, which are essentially baby bottles in disguise. No spill cups include a valve beneath the spout to stop spills. However, cups with valves do not allow your child to sip. Instead the child gets liquid by sucking on the cup, much like a baby bottle. This practice defeats the purpose of using a training cup, as it prevents the child from learning to sip. Don't let your child carry the training cup around. Toddlers are often unsteady on their feet. They take an unnecessary risk if they try to walk and drink at the same time. Falling while drinking from a cup has the potential to injure the mouth. A training cup should be used temporarily. Once your child has learned how to sip, the training cup has achieved its purpose. It can and should be set aside when no longer needed.
Tips
For sipping success, carefully choose and use a training cup. As the first birthday approaches, encourage your child to drink f  rom a cup. As this changeover from baby bottle to training cup takes place, be very careful: - what kind of training cup you choose
- what goes into the cup
- how frequently your child sips from it
- that your child does not carry the cup around
Talk to your dentist for more information. If your child has not had a dental examination, schedule a well baby checkup for his or her teeth. The American Dental Association says that it is beneficial for the first dental visit to occur within six months of the appearance of the first tooth, and no later than the child's first birthday. NHW Community Health Center is celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month:
NATIVE HEALTH is celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month:
 NATIVE HEALTH and NHW Community Health Center's Dental Departments provide dental exams, x-rays, panoramic x-rays, cleanings, fillings, and more for adults and children. Appointments are available at both sites as well as same day appointments for dental emergencies. Private insurance, AHCCCS, and a sliding fee scale is also available. For more information or to make an appointment at either site please contact Gina at (602) 279-5262 x 3402 or via email.
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Walk for the Land and the People - Prayer Walk
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To download the registration form click here.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Community Garden
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Free Community garden beds are available at the NATIVE HEALTH Community Garden. Individuals may plant their own food or plants. It's a great way to connect with your family, friends, and neighbors. There is no fee to participate. The commitment includes preparing soil, planting, watering, weeding, and maintenance as well as volunteering in the NATIVE HEALTH Community Garden.
For more information contact Anisa Garcia via email.
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Wellness Warriors - NATIVE HEALTH's new Children's Obesity Prevention Program
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The NATIVE HEALTH Wellness Warriors Program is currently looking for Native American children (ages 7-12) and their families, who are interested in learning and promoting healthy living.
NATIVE HEALTH will be hosting a Parent Ambassador training, Thursday, March 3rd, and Friday, March 4th from 8:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. The Parent Ambassador Training is a two day training program that teaches parents of Wellness Warriors participants how to advocate for their family's health and education, and how decision-making happens in schools.. The seating is limited to the first 20 parents. Deadline to register is February 23rd.
NATIVE HEALTH will be hosting a Prayer Walk on March 12th, beginning at 6:30 A.M. Wellness Warriors will enjoy this morning walk to bless the land and communities in Phoenix. The walk is a free event and all Wellness Warriors families are invited to participate. There will be two different walks for two different age groups with several stations along the way. Once completed, each Wellness Warrior will be eligible to receive a pair of headphone  s. There will be free parking and free shuttles to the beginning of the Walks. To register or for more information, please call Amanda at (602) 279-5262 x 3457 or email Amanda. February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is one of the biggest health concerns in the country. The complications continue to affect our health and well-being at a younger and younger age. As an effort to combat the growing number of people affected by heart complications, the United States is encouraging everyone to know their blood pressure, and make goals to lower it if it is above normal. Here are a few tips that should help keep blood pressure and other heart conditions under control.
- Healthy eating! Eating 3 meals a day, with good portions, and healthy food options go a long way.
- Stress management! There are several ways to manage stress, one way is to find a healthy hobby like playing a sport.
- Physical activity! Make the effort to be physically active. It doesn't matter what you do as long as you get your body moving!
If you, or someone you know, would like additional information contact Dr. Katie Carpenter at (602) 279-5262 x 3454, contact her via email or click to view the Wellness Warriors flyer.
This program is supported by funding from the Office of the Attorney General.
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Your Medical Health from a Different Point of View - Integrated Behavioral Health
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February, The Month of Love
Written by Bridgette Terrazas, LCSW
February is usually thought of as a romantic month. The month of Love for couples. But this month, this year, I'd like us to think of February as also the
month of "self love." Because YOU are the most important person in your life. Think about this for a moment. YOU.
Almost every single time I ask someone, "Who is the most important person in your life?" The response I get is "My children or my family." But my response is "No, it's you." If you don't love yourself, how can you be healthy to love and care for those you love and who need you. Let's explore this more. What does it mean to love ourselves? When we love ourselves, we accept ourselves for who we are. We are able to see our good qualities, we accept our faults and we forgive ourselves because we are not perfect.
When we love ourselves, we...
...are able to set boundaries with others.
...can walk away from unhealthy situations or people.
...make our physical health a priority.
...take care of our mental health.
...attract other people who are healthy and happy.
...have the courage to apply for that better job or take that step to go back to school.
...are open to making changes to improve ourselves.
...have the energy and the patience to help others.
...are seen as role models, caregivers, leaders.
When we love ourselves, we make ourselves, our family, and our community healthier.
Make a goal this month to love you. This could be, for example, making a commitment to walk for 30 minutes, three times a week or putting the children to bed 15 minutes early so you can have 15 minutes to yourself or making that phone call before the end of the week to sign up for counseling. Create a simple and specific goal that will be easy to track your progress. Start with writing a list of all your good qualities: physical, mental, intellectual, spiritual, etc. and post it where you can see it daily. Make a commitment to add to it on a regular basis.
If you would like to further discuss this topic or feel that you need some assistance in this area, make an appointment with your doctor and ask to see the Behavioral Health Consultant the next time you are at NATIVE HEALTH meeting with your Doctor. Anytime you feel there is a mental health crisis, you can call the Crisis Line 24/7 at (602) 222-9444.
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Native Talk Arizona - NATIVE HEALTH's Weekly Radio Show
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Native Talk Arizona (NTA) airs Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. Native Talk Arizona on www.radiophoenix.org is supported
by NATIVE HEALTH and produced and hosted by agency staff. The show airs on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. MST.
A regular feature includes "Spotlight on the Nations" which highlights the history, culture and music of a tribal
community in the US and Canada. It is always preceded by a quiz question related to the Spotlight segment. Tune in each week and see if you can guess the answer. Short music interludes are supported by CD's of American Indian artists donated to Radio Phoenix from Canyon Records.
February guests include: February 2 - Jonathan LittleSunday; February 9 - Clara Riddick; February 16 - Amanda Chee; and February 23 - Cody Nelson.
To listen to the show click here.
Most new shows are uploaded to SoundCloud the week after their initial airing for on-demand listening and sharing.
If you would like to be a guest on Native Talk Arizona or know of a rising musician, community organizer, politician, or everyday person of interest doing good things in the community, please contact the show producer.
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Scholarship Season is underway through Arizona Community Foundation. To view scholarships that are available for high school seniors and current college students throughout Arizona click here.
February 8 Deadline - Four Directions Summer Research Program - Summer research program at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital for undergraduate students with a commitment to the health of Native American communities. Eight weeks in Boston. Program covers student's travel costs, housing, and living stipend. For information or to apply click here.
February 10 Deadline - HHS/CDC National Center for Environmental Health. CDC Summer Graduate Environmental Health Internship. To learn more click here.
February 15 Deadline - NSF REU Linguistics Field School 2016. 5 week Linguistics Field School. Stipend. For undergraduates who have shown a strong interest in and commitment to linguistics, digital tools, and/or related fields. All travel and living expenses also covered. For current enrolled undergraduates who have completed at least one year of college studies. Fluent or heritage speakers of Zapotec or Navajo are especially encouraged to apply. For information click here.
February 15 Deadline - Foundation for International Space Education hosts a Space Camp. They want to increase Native American participation in their program. Program is free for selected applicants. Students between the ages of 15-18 are eligible to apply. For more information click here.
February 15 Deadline - Canyon Ranch Institute: 2016 CRI Healthy World Scholarship. For teams of three to four people who can affect what children eat. For information click here.
February 15 Deadline - HHS/N.I.H. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), in collaboration with O.M.H. Research Coordination: Diversity Summer Research Training Program. For information click here.
February 29 Deadline - University of Arizona's Native American Science and Engineering Program. Free year long program designed to teach Native American high school students the necessary resources to enroll in college and pursue a career in STEM. For current sophomore and junior high school students. For information or to apply click here.
March 1 Deadline - Anne Ray Internship, School for Advanced Research, Indian Arts Research Center (IARC) in Santa Fe. Two, nine-month internships for individuals who are recent college graduates, current graduate students, or junior museum professionals. Internships include monthly salary, housing, book allowance, travel to one conference and more. For more information click here.
March 1 Deadline - Phillips Fund for Native American Research, American Philosophical Society, Philadelphia. Grants for younger scholars who have received a doctorate. Applications are also accepted from graduate students for research on master's thesis or doctoral dissertations. For information call (215) 440-3429.
March 1 Deadline - Summer Scrubs Youth Camp. UA College of Medicine, career exploration program that prepares high school students for their future by providing the opportunity to participate in professional lectures, health related field trips and hands-on lab experiences. For information or to apply click here.
April 30 Deadline - National Association of Community Health Centers 2016 Summer Intern Program. Six slots available for college students. Washington D.C. For information contact Luke.
American Indian Graduate Center Scholarships - Click here for more information.
American Indian Language Development Institute - University of Arizona. Classes and workshops. Credit courses and workshops. Varying fees. For information call (520) 626-4145, check the website or email Alyce.
Native American Basketball Invitational - June 2016 - Team registration opens January 1. For information click here to view the NABI flyer.
Valley of the Sun Cherokees - Monthly meetings and is a community dedicated to history, culture, heritage, tradition, fellowship and service. Meetings held second Saturday of the month at NATIVE HEALTH. For information about the group and meetings contact Linda.
Whisper N Thunder - Online Native American e-zine. For information and to view, check the website.
Living a Balanced Life with Diabetes - New toolkit for American Indians/Alaska Natives with Diabetes. The toolkit, helps health professionals address emotional issues. Call (888) 693-6337 to order a kit.
WERNATIVE - Health text messaging service for American Indian and Alaska Native teens and young adults. Text NATIVE to 24587 for weekly health tips, contests, and life advice. Sponsored by the Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board.
Clothing from Heaven - Free clothing for Tribal members. Clothing is distributed by plane by a nonprofit organization. For information check the website.
AZ Tribal Health Listserv - UA, Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health. To sign up for the listserv click here.
Native American Senior Association(NASA) for individuals over 60. Friendship, activities, exercise, arts and crafts, lunch, social activities, transportation, presentations, Talking Circle, bingo, and more. Monday-Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Call Katie at (602) 253-9073 for more information about the new location at 1430 East Indian School in Phoenix. To view their Newsletter click here. PFLAG-Native Support Group (LGBTQ Support Group) - For more information contact Sheila at (602) 803-3907 or check the website.
College Depot (City of Phoenix) provides free programs. College Depot is located at Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 North Central Avenue, Phoenix. Now providing walk-in assistance to students on Wednesday, Fridays and Saturdays. For more information call (602) 261-8847.
Gila River Urban Members Association - For information on meeting times and locations click here.
Sesame Street Workshop, Little Children, Big Challenges: Incarceration. For information click here.
Division of Child Support Services (DES DCSS) - Helps Arizona families to establish a legal father for their child, establish a child support order, enforce and collect court ordered support, disburse collected support, provides case management and more. DCSS can help child support customers with modifications to orders when there is a substantial change to their financial circumstances. Case managers can connect customers to resources that can help with factors including housing, health, education, employment and more. For information call (602) 252-4045, (800) 882-4151 or check the website. Good and Cheap - collection of recipes for people with limited incomes geared towards those on a SNAP budget of less than $4.00/day. To view a PDF of the free cookbook click here. Affordable Housing Locator - For housing locations all over the United States. Click here for more information. VetTix - Free tickets for veterans by registering your DD214. All Vets pay is postage to send tickets to your home. Venues throughout the valley. For information click here. Free Training Resources from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - VA providing accredited training resources at no cost to all Veteran Care Providers. For information click here.
American Indian Students United for Nursing (ASUN) - is a scholarship program funded by a grant from the Indian Health Service. It is available to AI/AN students who are enrolled in the College of Nursing at Arizona State University (ASU). The scholarship pays for tuition and fees, required books, and a living stipend. ASUN also provides other services and activities throughout the school year, aimed at providing support and assistance to students to help them be successful and earn their nursing degree. For more information, please visit their website.
New e-newsletter: Honoring Health: Resources for American Indians and Alaska Natives. For information click here. Hunger Hotline - WhyHunger collects and distributes information about programs that address the immediate and long-term needs of struggling families and individuals. The national WhyHunger Hotline (1.800.5HUNGRY or 1.800.548.6479), refers people in need of emergency food assistance to food pantries, government programs, and model grassroots organizations that work to improve access to healthy, nutritious food, and build self-reliance. To view their website and locate food resources click here. Low cost internet in Arizona - For information click here. Community Resource & Referral Center for Homeless Vets - Phoenix. For information on services and resources click here. Native Health News Alliance - Online newsletter for health news in Indian Country. Click here for the link.
Division of Child Safety Community Partnership Meetings - Great networking. 2016 Meeting Dates: February 12, May 13, and August 12. For information or to RSVP email Charlotte.
New website on government benefits for Native Americans - Nativeonestop - For information click here.
Food Insecurity Assessment Tool and Resource List - Easy to use tool from I.H.S. to find out if patients/ clients have access to enough nutritious food. To view the document 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 information click here.
Symposium on Early Childhood in American Indian and Alaska Native Children. To view the document click here.
Text2Floss - Innovative and convenient tool that helps you manage your oral health with daily interactive features such as video, etc. Available on iOS and Google Play for free download. For information text "Text2Floss" to 89633.
Free 2016 Health Planners - National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) - culturally appropriate health messages for underserved populations. Health Planners are free and a version for American Indians/Alaska Natives/Native Hawaiians is available. For more information or to order online, click here.
HIPAA Compliance Security Risk Assessment Tool - U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a tool to help guide health care providers in conducting risk assessments of their organizations. User guide and tutorial video. For information click here.
Community Kitchen, St. Mary's Food Bank - The Community Kitchen at St. Mary's Food Bank has helped hundreds of students over the past 15 years achieve self-sufficiency through job training, personal development and employment in the food service industry. Community Kitchen's 16-week program teaches students kitchen essentials and life-skills that promote success in their personal and professional lives. Graduates enjoy rewarding careers in Arizona's restaurant industry. Classes start every 4 weeks. For more information (602) 343-3183 or check the website at website.
Arizona State Oral Health Coalition Forming - For information contact Kathy Shurba, Arizona Alliance of Community Health Centers via email. Health Literacy Tool -This new resource includes more than 100 peer-reviewed measures, instruments, and other tools designed to measure an individual's health literacy. For information click here.
New Report on Lifelong Disparities among American Indian and Alaska Native Elder - The report provides a national perspective on the socio-demographic characteristics of aging American Indians and Alaska Natives, and shares U.S. Census data from the American Community Survey and notes ongoing, substantial growth of AI/ANs ages 50+. For information click here. Saturday Scrubs - University of Arizona College of Medicine. For high school students interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Free. Saturday morning. For information or to register click here. Maricopa County Department of Public Health's Preventive Health Collaborative. For information and to check out the new website click here. 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans - Newly released dietary guidelines reflects advancements and emphasizes the importance of focusing not on individual nutrients or foods in isolation, but on everything people eat and drink- healthy eating patterns as a whole- to bring about lasting improvements in individual and population health. Click here for more information. Future Inspired Native American Leaders is currently recruiting female and male students to join an exciting program. This free program prepares American Indian high school youth to become college and career ready and learn about their culture. Students will have the opportunity to attend college tours, explore career sites, and develop new friendships. Transportation is also provided. Enroll today by contacting Phoenix Indian Center at (602) 264-6768 x 2305 or emailing them. Free Program Resources to Help Kids Make Healthy Choices - Media-Smart Youth: Eat, Think, and Be Active! is a free program that helps young people ages 11 to 13 better understand the complex media world and how it can influence their health. Developed by the National Institutes of Health, the Media-Smart Youth curriculum includes 10 lessons that encourage kids to eat healthy, be active, and think critically about marketing messages. NIH provides free program materials and an on-demand webinar training to help facilitators successfully carry out the program, independently or in partnership with schools, after-school programs, or other local youth-serving organizations. Webinar participants may receive a certificate of completion or, for Certified Health Education Specialists, one hour of continuing education credit. Questions? Contact the Media-Smart Youth team at MediaSmartYouth@mail.nih.gov or (800) 370-2943 or click here for the link.
Always Use Teachback training toolkit. The toolkit is to help all health care providers learn to use teach-back-every time it is indicated-to support patients and families throughout the care continuum, especially during transitions between
health care settings. The toolkit combines health literacy principles of plain language and using teach-back to confirm understanding, with behavior change principles of coaching to new habits and adapting systems to promote consistent use of key practices. www.teachbacktraining.org.Find your adventure with the Maricopa Healthy app. The newly-released Maricopa Healthy app by Maricopa County Department of Public Health helps residents and visitors find healthy food through local farmers' markets and fun  recreation through parks in Maricopa County. With over 400 local parks currently listed and more being added, there's plenty to do no matter where in Maricopa County you are. The app also contains a mapping feature for local farmer's markets that accept supplemental food and nutrition assistance (i.e., SNAP, WIC, FMNP). Maricopa Healthy is currently available for FREE download in the Apple App Store for iPhones and iPads, as well as in the Google Play Store for Android phones and tablets.
Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
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