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 8:00 a.m.-noon 1:00-5:00 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
- Standard 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
- Parenting Program
WIC Hours:
Central
Monday-Thursday, 8:00-5:00
Friday 7:30-4:30
Closed 1:00-2:00 p.m.
Podiatry through Midwestern University
2nd and 4th Monday Mornings
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. Dental Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 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. Podiatry provided by Midwestern University 1st and 3rd Wednesday afternoons HIV and Hepatitis C Testing - free, rapid testing Monday-Friday
10:00-3:00 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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April NATIVE HEALTH Photos
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NATIVE HEALTH is working with PAFCO on providing voter registration at NATIVE HEALTH. Voter registration is available three days per week.
NATIVE HEALTH hosted ASU's Devils in Disguise. They cleaned and weeded the NATIVE HEALTH Community Garden. Thank you Devils in Disguise!
NATIVE HEALTH staff attended the Phoenix Indian Center's Youth Day.
NATIVE HEALTH's Dental Departments (Central and NHW) hosted Washington Union High School District's refugee students for dental screening and fluoride varnish events.
 NATIVE HEALTH's Read It and Eat class was another success. Many families attended the event and made their own healthy peanut butter  sandwiches with fruit. Each family took home a large bag of produce and a loaf of wheat bread and peanut butter. Thank you to HealthNet Access for support in funding this innovative program.
Each reusable tote bag of produce included pineapples, cauliflowers, tomatoes, onions, potatoes, tangerines and more.
NATIVE HEALTH sent 47 staff to HopeFest. The following services were provided:
*106 adult vaccines (in conjunction with Maricopa County Department of Public Health); *345 pediatric dental screenings, fluoride varnish and education; *30 HIV tests; *13 pregnancy tests; and distribution of 1,000 bags of women's vitamins through Arizona Department of Health Services.
NATIVE HEALTH participated in many events this month providing fluoride varnish and dental screenings. Almost 700 children were screened and received fluoride varnish in April. This program is funded by Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation and Arizona Department of Health Services. Each child and family receives education, and is given a bag with educational materials, toothbrush, toothpaste and floss. Thank you to both funders for this very important program.  NATIVE HEALTH's Health Start program hosted an infant massage class. Parents and babies had a wonderful and relaxing class. |
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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. Some May guests include the comedy duo of James and Ernie, and Sandi Perez, Ph.D., of Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation.
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.
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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May 4 - Engaging Students in farm to table. Incorporating nutrition education related to traditional food items into cultural activities such as ceremonial songs and storytelling helps students to identify food as part of Native American heritage. Third in a series. For information or to register click here. May 5 - Indian Health Service Public Teleconference for input on efforts to advance AI/AN LGBT and Two Spirit Communities. 3:00-5:00 p.m. EST. Call (800) 857-9744, passcode 3618057. Call at least 15 minutes before meeting. May 5-6 - Teen and Young Parent National Conference. Hilton Phoenix-East Mesa. Leadership, attitude, healthy relationships, addictions, life skills, parenting skills and more. Native American Fatherhood and Families Association. For more information contact NAFFA at (480) 833-5007 or check their website. Scholarships Available.
May 6 - 3rd Annual Cancer Conference, Salt River Community. Walk for Cancer, 7:00 a.m. Conference 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Breakfast, lunch, door prizes, and more. For information call Deborah at (480) 362-7329 or (480) 570-5276.
May 6 - Dine College Graduation, Tsaile, AZ. 10:00 a.m.
May 6 - UA Native American Convocation, 5:00 p.m. Student Union South Ballroom, Tucson.
May 6-7 - Flagstaff High School 35th Annual Pow Wow. Call (928) 853-0077.
May 7 - Arizona Coyotes Girls Street Hockey Clinic. Gila River Arena. 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. For girls ages 4-14. Lunch provided. Participants receive a Coyotes Team poster and tour of Coyotes locker room. Space limited. To register send daughter's name, age, and hockey experience to
May 11 - Navajo Nation Breastfeeding Coalition "Breastfeeding Across the Generations." 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Navajo Nation Museum, Window Rock, Arizona. For information call (928) 206-7885.
May 11 - ASU American Indian Convocation, 6:00 p.m. Grady Gammage Memorial Auditorium, Tempe.
May 12 - Tribal Diabetes Symposium hosted by Arizona Department of Health Services. Held at Black Canyon Conference Center, Phoenix. For information or to register click here. Limited travel reimbursement available outside of Maricopa County.
May 12 - Arizona Rx360 Free Workshop on prescription drug abuse. Hosted by Urban Indian Coalition of Arizona (UICAZ) & Phoenix Indian Center. Held at Tolleson Union High School District. Free dinner. 6:00 p.m. For information or to register click here.
May 12 - NAU Native American Convocation. 3:00 p.m. Ardry Building, Flagstaff.
May 12 - Maricopa Community Colleges, American Indian Convocation, Mesa Community College Performing Arts Center. 6:00 p.m.
May 12 & 13 - Health Centers Women's Health Symposium, Prescott, AZ. Arizona Alliance of Community Health Centers. Rural Health Network. For more event information visit here. May 12-13 - National Council of Urban Indian Health Annual Leadership Conference. Alpine, California. May 14 - Safetalk Event half day alertness training to train participants about individuals with thoughts of suicide and to take action. Participants but be age 15 and older. Lunch will be served. Held at Mesa Public Library. Hosted by UICAZ and Phoenix Indian Center. 9:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. To register click here. May 18 - Violence against AI/AN Women and Men Webinar. Noon MST. For more information click here. May 20 - Partnering for Success in Tribal Communities. Fourth in the series of farm to school. Click here for more information. May 21 - 17th Annual Arizona Survivors of Suicide Conference. Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. For information or to register please check the link. May 24 - Zika Summit hosted by Arizona Department of Health Services. Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. For more information or to register click here. June 4 - 33rd Sacred Mountain Prayer Run. Thorpe Park, Flagstaff. NACA. For more information check their website.
June 11 - Free prostate cancer screening. Arizona State Center for Urology and Southwest Prostate Cancer Foundation. 8:00 a.m.-noon. Call (602) 547-3806 for an appointment. June 16-17 - 13th Annual Arizona Community Health Worker Conference, Tucson. For information click here.
June 22 - Arizona Asthma Coalition Meeting. Held at Vitalyst Health Foundation, 2929 N. Central, Phoenix. 3:00 p.m. For information email Barbara.
June 26 - July - Native American Basketball Invitation (NABI) 14th Annual Basketball Tournament. For more information visit their website. July 14-16 - 29th Annual School Health Services Conference: Putting the Pieces Together, Learning, Linking, and Leading. School Nurses Organization of Arizona in collaboration with Arizona Department of Health Services. Wigwam Resort, Litchfield Park. For information check the website.July 19-20 - 22nd Statewide Child Abuse Prevention Conference. Glendale Renaissance Hotel. For information or to register click here. July 19-21 - National Association of County and City Health Officials Conference. Phoenix. "Cultivating a Culture of Health Equity." For information click here. July 19-22 - 17th Annual Summer Institute. ASU's Center for Applied Behavioral Health Policy (CABHP). Hilton Sedona, Sedona. For information click here. July 26-27 - 43rd Annual Arizona Rural Health Conference. High County Conference Center, Flagstaff. For information click here. August 8-11 - 45th Annual Meeting and National Health Conference, Oakland, CA. Indian Health 360: The Spectrum of Care. For information check the website. August 9 - Phoenix Children's Hospital's Children's Obesity Community Resource Group. 9:30 a.m. Meeting held at NATIVE HEALTH, 4041 N. Central Avenue, Building C. For information or to RSVP contact Emily. August 23-25 - 7th Annual Men and Women's Gathering. Talking Stick Resort, Scottsdale. For social services staff, victim advocates, TANF, elders, parents, education, Tribal Leaders, behavioral health and more. For information click here. August 27 - Miss Native American USA Pageant. Tempe Center for the Arts. For information check the website. Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
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April was another busy month and brings more services to the community! We are proud to announce the addition of Prenatal Services by Phoenix Perinatal Associates. Phoenix Perinatal Associates is one of the premier prenatal providers in the Valley and we are excited to be  working with them. Please take a minute, view the article block below and stop by and visit with the Phoenix Perinatal Provider on Wednesday, May 25 for the Prenatal/Pediatric Meet and Greet. All are welcome!
May 8-14 is National Women's Health Week. Please take a minute and review the article below about women's health. National Women's Checkup Day is Monday, May 9. This day is to encourage women to encourage women to schedule an annual well woman visit. A well woman visit is a check up. It's a time to see your health care provider to: *Discuss your health habits and family history. *Get or schedule necessary screenings and exams. *Set health goals. Schedule your well-woman visit every year. Well-woman visits help you get the preventive care you need, including screenings. Screenings can find diseases early, when they are easier to treat. They can also identify other problems and help lower your risk for many conditions, like heart disease. NATIVE HEALTH will be celebrating Women's Health Week by providing tote bags and information for women at both clinics. Information provided by www.womenshealth.gov.
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 at both locations Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 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.
Please stop by and say hello to NATIVE HEALTH staff at some of the community events .
We look forward to seeing you.
Sincerely,
Walter Murillo,
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NHW Community Health Center
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National Women's Health Week is a week-long health observance May 8-14, 2016, coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office on Women's Health. The goal is to empower women to make their health a  priority. National Women's Health Week also serves as a time to help women understand what it means to be well. What does it mean to be a well woman? It's a state of mind. It's being as healthy as you can be. And, most importantly, it's about taking steps to improve your physical and mental health: *Visit a health care professional and receive regular checkups and preventive screenings. *Get active. *Eat healthy. *Pay attention to mental health, including getting enough sleep and managing stress. *Avoid unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking, not wearing a seat belt or bicycle helmet, and texting while driving.
The womenshealth.gov website lists steps for better health by age. To find out about recommended tests for your age please click here. All women who have an appointment at NHW Community Health Center and NATIVE HEALTH will receive a Well Women's Health Week tote bag.
The NHW Community Health Center Dental Clinic is now accepting patients. We accept private insurance, AHCCCS, or individuals without insurance. Dental services are available Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For more information to make an appointment email Gina.
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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 went motorcycle riding with his friend. His friend made sure he had on his helmet and protective gear. He had a great time (but got a little windblown and his fur was a little messy).
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Wellbearto visited New York and had his first piece of Brooklyn pizza. It was delicious. He only had one slice since he is watching his figure. He did a lot of walking in New York though! No cabs, just walking and subways.
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Wellbearto had always wanted to ride the Staten Island Ferry. It was a dream come true. The views were breathtaking and it was free.
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Wellbearto saw the Statue of Liberty. It was a big statue and inspiring.
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Wellbearto saw his first New York Police Officer. He was really nice and told Wellbearto about his job and all of the fun things he gets to see and do.
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Wellbearto then saw some bee houses. He loves honey but wasn't sure about all of the bees! There was a lot of buzzing.
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Wellbearto had been thinking about eventually attending New York University. He stopped by the school and made friends with their mascot.
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Wellbearto wanted some excitement. He had heard about all of the crazy roller coasters at Coney Island (and the hot dogs). He took a long subway ride and went to see it for himself. He also ate a hot dog (but walked a lot to burn off the calories). He didn't ride the roller coaster, it was too big and scary. His friends did though and said it was fun.
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Wellbearto went to the Health Start Car Seat class. He learned that there are a lot car seats to choose from but they depend on age, height and weight. It was really interesting and he got to try a lot of different car seats.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Prenatal Services
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NATIVE HEALTH announces prenatal services in partnership with Phoenix Perinatal Associates. Prenatal care, labor and delivery care, and postpartum care are provided. For more information or an appointment call (602) 279-5262 x 3441 or email us.
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Play and Read Classes at
NHW Community Health Center
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Read it and Eat Program
Early Literacy and Cooking Classes
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NATIVE HEALTH's Community Garden
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For more information contact Anisa Garcia via email |
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Prenatal and Pediatric Meet and Greet
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Pregnant or have a child? Come meet the NATIVE HEALTH Medical Director, Dr. Diane Weissman and Mary Foehringer, RN-C, MSN, NP, of Phoenix Perinatal Associates. There will be refreshments, gifts, and time to ask general pediatric and prenatal questions. Please stop by on Wednesday, May 25, from 10:00 a.m.-noon. All are welcome. For more information please contact Amanda. |
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NATIVE HEALTH's Living Well Traditionally Youth Diabetes Prevention Camps Expands to Two Sessions!
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 NATIVE HEALTH is pleased to host two Living Well Traditionally Youth Diabetes Prevention Camps this year. The Camps will be June 6-10 for Native American youth ages 12-13 and June 20-23 for Native American children ages 9-11. There are six spots available for the June 6-10 Camp. The June 20-23 Camp is full and has a waitlist.
The Camp will be held again at Camp Colley, north of Payson. Education about portion control, exercise, healthy eating and more will be covered. Activities such as horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing, hiking, traditional arts and crafts, archery, outdoor cooking, and more!
Please click here to download the registration packet. Please include your phone number in all emails. Yahoo emails generally are not received. The fee for the Camp is $60.00. Limited scholarships are available. Packets are not accepted until all paperwork is accepted (including physicals). Physicals must be completed at NATIVE HEALTH. For information please contact Amanda via email.
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NATIVE HEALTH Seeking Board Members
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For more information please contact Martina.
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NATIVE HEALTH Annual Meeting
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NATIVE HEALTH will be holding its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 21, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Dinner will be served from 5:00-6:00 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH, 4041 N. Central Avenue, Building C, Phoenix. There will be a presentation of the Annual Report as well as a light dinner. All are invited to attend.
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NATIVE HEALTH's New
Positive Indian Parenting Program
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Wellness Warriors - NATIVE HEALTH's 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 eating.
NATIVE HEALTH is again sponsoring the Living Well Traditionally Youth Diabetes Prevention Camp. Please check the article block above for more information.
May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month. It is important to maintain an active lifestyle, regardless of age, because everyone can benefit from it. The more physically active you are, the greater the health benefits. The CDC recommends children should have at least 60 minutes or more of physical activity every day and adults a minimum of 30 minutes three time a week. Here are a few tips to help you and your family get moving.
- Make it a family affair! Get the whole family involved - enjoy a family pick-up game of basketball.
- Join a team or club! Joining a team or club gets you moving but also allows you to meet new people.
- Have fun! Enjoy yourself while being physically active!
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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May Topic of the month: Integrated Care with OB Patients
written by Bridgette Terrazas
I am sure by now you've all heard the news that NATIVE HEALTH is excited to resume providing prenatal care for our expectant mothers. As this service starts up again, I'd like to remind everyone the reason why Integrated Behavioral Health staff are an important piece of this service.
When the Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) is asked to meet with the patient by the OB Provider, the BHC is entering the exam room and assessing for:
- Patient's feelings about the pregnancy.
- Past or current mental health issues.
- History of baby blues or postpartum depression if not first child.
- Her level of support from Father of the baby and her family.
- Whether there has been or is currently domestic violence.
- Issues with drugs and/or alcohol (by self or those close to her)
- Is she engaging in self-care? This is quite common as many new mothers tend to skip opportunities to nap when the baby is asleep to clean the house or cook.
Once the issues are identified, the BHC works with the patient to create a plan to make changes. If the BHC discovers some issues/symptoms that can be resolved or decreased by extra support or by enrolling in other programs such as NH Health Start or NH Behavioral Health Department, then BHC will assist the patient with connecting to that service. By using this whole body approach, NATIVE HEALTH is playing a strong role in not only keeping our expectant patients healthy throughout their pregnancy, but in increasing the chance that their unborn child will be as healthy as possible and will enter this world with a healthy, happier, supported parent.
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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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.
Jerome E. Miller Summer Leadership Academy - Free 2 week long summer academy for 11-12 graders. Earn 1 college credit through a leadership course. Explore careers in public administration via a week job shadowing experience with City of Phoenix leaders. Learn about college planning and civic engagement. Program begins mid-June. Call Mary at (602) 534-3794.
May 5 Information Session for Youth Leadership Academy in Maryvale - For youth ages 11-18 in Maryvale. Free five week program in June in the Maryvale area (zip codes 85017, 85019, 85031, 85033, and 85035). For information call (602) 685-6004.
May 6 Deadline - Wells Fargo Internship Program. For young adults 18 and older. For information click here.
May 13 Deadline - Association for American Indian Physicians Announces 18th National Native American Youth Initiative. Held at George Washington University Campus in Washington DC, July 1-10. For AI/AN high school students, ages 16-18, who have an interest in the health field and/or biomedical research are encouraged to apply. For information click here.
May 20 Deadline - City of Phoenix Summer Youth Employment Opportunities. For high school juniors through age 24. Job locations vary throughout the Valley. Provides opportunities for employment for young workers. Program June 27-July 29. For information or to apply click here.
June 1 Deadline - Phoenix Indian Center and Freeport McMoRan Scholarship for education and training needs. For continuing college student or a graduating high school student or have a GED and are a member of Hualapai Tribe, San Carlos Apache Tribe, Tohono O'odham Nation or the White Mountain Tribe. For information contact Phoenix Indian Center at (602) 264-6768 or email them.
June 17 Deadline - We R Native Youth Ambassador Application Open. For AI/AN youth ages 15-24. For information click here.
15 Full Scholarships available for Native American youth applying for Camp Not-A-Wheeze. For information click here.
Free and Scholarship Camps for Youth - SEED (Students Engaged in Entrepreneurial Discovery) SEED. Full scholarships available for 9-12 graders. Arizona's First Summer Outdoor STEM Centered Education Camp - some scholarships available. Fresh Air Camp for Foster Youth - if foster child is accepted there is no cost. For information on all camps click here. For questions email Tom.
ASU Summer Programs - Varying fees and scholarships. Click here for more information.
Future Inspired Native American Leaders, Youth College and Career Readiness Program - This year round, open enrollment program is designed for students
in high school to help prepare them for success in their academic, workforce and their personal lives. The program, hosted by the Phoenix Indian Center, is centered around college, career, culture, and prevention. Components include college and career exploration, visits to local employers, college tours, guest speakers, and leadership training. In July the program will host an exciting 2 week event which includes earning college credit, completing a community service activity and touring local employers for career exploration. More information can be found on our website at: http://phxindcenter.com/prevention-services/youth-college-career-readiness/
American Indian Graduate Center Scholarships - Click here for more information.
Summer Research Training Institute for American Indian and Alaska Native Health Professionals. June 13-July 1. For information or to register click here.
Arizona Conservation Corps - For Native American individuals ages 18-25 and a US Citizen with a GED or high school diploma. Work on conservation projects May 16-August 12 at the Grand Canyon or Flagstaff Area National Monuments. For more information contact Michelle.
Native American Basketball Invitational - June 2016 - 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: 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.
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.
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.
Volunteers Needed at PIMC Auxiliary - Consider joining the dedicated volunteers at the PIMC Auxiliary Gift Shop. The Gift Shop is one program of the Auxiliary which supports the Medical Center and its patients, staff and visitors. The money raised in the non-profit's shop is used to supplement PIMC's budget and allocates scholarships to American Indian students studying in the health field. Start the process by contact Roberta Arthur at (602) 263-1576.
New Resource - Arizona@Work. One statewide resource, 47 local offices, thousands of employers and job seekers can connect. For information click here.
Phoenix Children's Hospital's Community Resource Group - Organizations working towards preventing childhood obesity and working in children's health. The group is a great resource to have a better understanding of the work that is being done in the community and find opportunities for collaboration. If interested in attending a meeting or for any questions please contact Emily Flanigan at (602) 933-3391 or email her. Early Childhood Substance Abuse Prevention - National Institute on Drug Abuse has released a new guide on early childhood interventions to prevent drug use and substance abuse disorders later in life. Guide offers research based principles that affect a child's self control and overall mental health, starting during pregnancy and going through the eighth year of life. For more information click here. Phoenix Indian Center's Classroom Training Allowance Program Information - A weekly allowance for eligible graduating post secondary Native American, Alaska and Native Hawaiian students is available through the Phoenix Indian Center's Classroom Training Program. Students must be enrolled int he Native Workforce Services (NWS). Students are encouraged to complete the enrollment process at least five months prior to graduation. The weekly allowance can be received for the last 12 weeks of classroom time, internship, or externship. Students must seek employment after graduation through Native Workforce Services. For information contact Iris at (602) 264-6768 x 2206 or email her. Farm to School to Cafeteria Conference - Includes working on traditional growing, food as medicine, gardening, getting traditional food into schools, etc. For more information click here. Phoenix Indian Center's Parenting in 2 Worlds Program - 10 session workshop, each session is 2 hours. Workshop is interactive and covers child development, effective guidance, risky behaviors, ECAP, etc. Evidence based course. Free childcare, food, and bus passes. Certificate and celebration at completion of program. Locations in Guadalupe, Laveen, and Phoenix. For information call Melissa at (602) 264-6768 x 2302 or email her. The Phoenix Indian Center is now seeking nominations for the Annual Arizona American Indian Excellence in Leadership Awards. Please nominate an adult, youth or business who has (1) demonstrated dedication, leadership and commitment to the advancement, promotion, and development of American Indian Community; (2) provided significant contributions to the American Indian Community in the area of economic or philanthropic development or (3) whose volunteer efforts have shown outstanding impact and contribution to the general community in the areas of extent of commitment; accomplishments; dedication; and special achievements. Nominations for the November Awards dinner are due by midnight on 5/31/16. Nomination forms, and a list of prior recipients, can be be found here. City of Phoenix Birth to Five Program Recruiting Children -The City of Phoenix Head Start Birth to Five Program is now recruiting children  for the 2016-17 school year. This program is a school readiness program serving low-income families living within the city of Phoenix. There are variety of service options available. The Early Head Start program is seeking parents or guardians with children from birth to 3 years old and at risk pregnant women to participate in either the home-based program or center-based program through child care partnerships. The Head Start program is looking for children 3 or 4 years old. Parents or guardians of children with special needs or concerns about their child's development are always encouraged to apply for this school readiness option. Families must meet federal income guidelines for family size to be eligible to enroll in these educational programs. For more information, call Early Head Start at 602-495-7050 or Head Start at 602-262-4040 or visit phoenix.gov/headstart.
Hoarding Group - Area Agency on Aging, Region I. 14 week group designed to help older adults. Small group sizes. 1.5 hours per week. Located in Central Phoenix and North Glendale. For more information call (602) 241-5577. SRPMIC Foster Care Program - Looking for families and/or individuals to recruit, train, and license to open their home and family to Community children. Short and long term options. SRPMIC Foster Care is open to enrolled members of Federally Recognized Tribal Nations and Employees of SRPMIC Tribal Government and Education. For information call Averae at (480) 362-5645 or email her.
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