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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
 
NHW Dunlap View

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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May NATIVE HEALTH Photos
 
 
NATIVE HEALTH staff attended Dia del Nino in Guadalupe and provided blood pressure checks, pediatric dental screenings and fluoride, information on domestic violence, Home Visiting and other programs.  NATIVE HEALTH staff also provided crafts for children to complete during the event. 
 

  
NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visiting program hosted a Group Connections Mother's Day program. Salon Estique, located at Central/Camelback, generously donated staff time and nail polish 
to provide manicures
for all women and girls participating in the event. Thank you Elizabeth and Salon Estique for your time, expertise, and generosity. 
 
 










NATIVE HEALTH's inHarmony staff partnered with Terros Health to host a SAVORlife Fry Bread sale on May 11 to benefit Aunt Rita's Foundation (ARF). The sale brought the community out in full force with many community members participating. The event was a rousing success raising over $1800 for ARF which will go toward building improved education and services for those affected and infected by HIV. The inHarmony team would like to extend great appreciation and gratitude to Pastor Martha and Central Presbyterian Church for use of their facilities and courtyard. What a wonderful way to kick off the summer with food, community, and fun!



















NATIVE HEALTH's May Read It and Eat class was another success. Many families attended the event and made their own no-bake health cookies.  Each family took home a large bag of produce . Thank you to HealthNet Access for support in funding this innovative program.  Each reusable tote bag of produce included mangoes, nectarines, peaches, tomatoes, apples, tomatoes and more. 
 


NATIVE HEALTH participated in many events this month providing  fluoride varnish and dental screenings. Over 125 children were screened and received fluoride varnish in May. Events included Hartford School in Chandler, Native American Parent Meetings, Frank School in Guadalupe, Feria Comunitaria de Salud, and much more.  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 would like to thank Debbie Hamilton for her generous donation of handmade quilts every month for NATIVE HEALTH mothers.  The quilts are gorgeous and very much appreciated. 
NATIVE HEALTH's Community Garden

NATIVE HEALTH's Community Garden is taking a summer break.  If you are interested in participating in a garden clean up or would like a garden bed please contact us. 
Many farmers harvested radishes, peppers, kale, rhubarb, tomatoes and much more.
 


Keep watching the newsletter for upcoming events. There are many exciting fall education and planting activities planned beginning in August.  
 
For more information contact Anisa Garcia, NATIVE HEALTH Community Garden Coordinator via email
NATIVE HEALTH's New
Positive Indian Parenting Program
   
Community Legal Services at NATIVE HEALTH


NATIVE HEALTH's Domestic Violence Program and Services
According to the Indian Law Resource Center, one in three Native American women will be raped in their lifetime and three in five will be physically assaulted. One in six men have experienced unwanted or abusive sexual experiences by the age of 18 as reported by an organization called One in Six.

In order to combat these alarming high statistics the domestic violence program at NATIVE HEALTH offers assistance in aiding victims of intimate partner and family violence.

The Domestic Violence Program offers services to Native Americans and Alaskan Natives, 13 years and older who are located in the Phoenix Metro area. Services include victim case management, counseling, prevention education and women's empowerment group. Together we can break the cycle of violence in the community.

For more information please call 602-279-5262, ext. 3210 or email Anisia.
Wellness Warriors - NATIVE HEALTH's Children's Obesity Prevention Program



 
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.

With the summer fast approaching, it is time once again to begin thinking of health and physical activity opportunities during the break. The summer break provides many fun options for family involvement around your neighborhood and allows you to take advantage of the many resources available out there for you and your child. Here are a few ways that you as a parent can get involved with your children as well as ideas on how to make it easier for the whole family to enjoy an eventful summer.

Look for local summer programs! Many programs promote physical activity and healthy eating, our Youth camp being one of them.

Take advantage of your local pools and Rec Centers! Many communities have free or low-cost facilities for youth and the family.

Make healthful food with your child! By involving your child in preparing healthy meals, you encourage them to be more conscious about their health choices, and adds a little fun to making meals!

Encourage your children to play outside! Leaving the TV and computer behind promotes healthy alternatives that will keep your kids active and busy throughout the summer break.
 
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. 
Native Talk Arizona - NATIVE HEALTH's Weekly Radio Show
Native Talk Arizona (NTA) airs Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. Native Talk Arizona on www.radiophoenix.org is supported by NATIVE 
Radio Phoenix
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.
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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.
Community Events
June 4 - Native PFLAG's 5th Anniversary.  Noon. Held at Native American Connections Urban Living, 650 N. 2nd Avenue, Phoenix. For information call or text Sheila at (602) 803-3907. 

June 4 - Sacred Mountain Prayer Run, Flagstaff. NACA, Inc. For information check the website.

June 4 - Gathering of Native Americans (GONA) hosted by Phoenix Indian Center and the Urban Indian Coalition.  Fun community event for the entire family.  Lunch, refreshments, and childcare provided.  10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. at the Halle Heart Museum, Tempe.  For information or to RSVP call (602) 264-6768 or email them.

June 6-10 - Salt River's Jr. ACE Program through the American Indian Programs at Scottsdale Community College.  For grades 5-8.  For information contact Nizhoni.

June 6-10 - UA Summer Law Program for Native American high school students from Arizona tribes.  10 scholarships available. For information click here.  For questions call Susan at (520) 626-8575.

June 7 - Learn to Manage Your Money for Free!  Hosted by DES, Division of Child Support Services, in Gilbert. For men and women.  Four consecutive Tuesday evenings.  For information contact Eric at (602) 771-6282.

June 9 - Community Native American Recognition Days Meeting at Phoenix Indian Center, 4520 N. Central Avenue, 2nd Floor, Phoenix.  5:00 p.m For information contact Bridget.

June 10 - Refugee 101.  Free training for medical providers to enhance their capacity to work with the refugee population. Training held at St. Joseph's.  Noon-5:00 p.m. Free. For information click here.

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 11 - Native Games. Hoop it Up!  Summer Basketball Blowout. Free event.  Montecito School, 715 E. Montecito, Phoenix. 10:00 a.m.-noon.  Basketball Clinic with 2015 NABI champs, lunch and 3 on 3 tournament.  Hosted by Phoenix Indian Center.  For more information contact Jo Lewis at (602) 264-6768 or email her.

June 11 - Mighty Mud Mania.  All ages.  Play in gooey mud. Reservations required. Free. (480) 262-5513 x 104. 7:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Chaparral Park, Scottsdale.  City of Scottsdale.

June 11 - The Arizona Diamondbacks host the Native American Recognition Day.  Marlins vs. D'backs at 5:10 p.m. For information or tickets click here. NATIVE HEALTH will be in attendance at KidZone. 

June 11 - Valley of the Sun Cherokees Gathering. Held at NATIVE HEALTH.  For more information contact Linda.

June 13-14 - Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) at the Native American Community Service Center. Hosted by Phoenix Indian Center's Urban Indian Coalition.  For anyone over 16 years of age.  For information or to register contact them.

June 15 - Children's Food Insecurity in the Summer: the Role of Clinicians and Health Providers in Connecting Children to the Summer Meals Program.  NATIVE HEALTH will be participating in this webinar. CNE available. To listen or learn more click here. 

June 16 - NATIVE HEALTH hosts Kindergarten Boot Camp for children ages 4-5 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. For information or to RSVP contact Sabrina via email.

June 16-17 - 13th Annual Arizona Community Health Worker Conference, Tucson.  For information click here.

June 17 - Annual Nutrition Convention & Exposition. Arizona Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Arizona Department of Health Services, "Reaching the Hard to Reach: Strategies to Promote Healthy Eating for All." Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. For more information click here.

June 17 - 2nd Annual Roadmap Summit of the Arizona Coalition for Military Families.  For information or to register click here. 

June 17 - 2016 Tribal Community Wellness and Awareness Conference. Free. Hosted by Cenpatico Integrated Care. Holiday Inn, Casa Grande.  9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. For Tribal community members, including youth 12-17 years of age with parent or chaperone, parents, elders, Tribal agency staff.  For information call Cenpatico Tribal Programs at (866) 495-6738 x 26102. 

June 18 - Arizona Authors Summertime Storytelling & Craft Saturdays. $5.00.  10:00 a.m.-noon. For children in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade.  Storytime: The Three Little Javelinas.  Pueblo Grande Museum. For information check the website.

June 20 - Veterans Resource Clinic.  Held at Montecito Elementary School, 715 E. Montecito, (across from the VA), Phoenix. 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Community resources, employment, education, etc.  For more information click here.
 
June 21 - NATIVE HEALTH's Annual Meeting. Annual Meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. For more information contact Martina.

June 21 - Mercy Maricopa's Cultural Competence Department hosts "Understanding Hoarding Disorder." Held at American Heart Association's Halle Heart Children's Museum, Tempe.  For information contact Teresa at (602) 453-8078 or email her.

June 22 - Arizona Asthma Coalition Meeting.  "How to Control the Impact of Environmental Allergens on Asthma." Held at Vitalyst Health Foundation, 2929 N. Central, Phoenix. 3:00 p.m. For information email Barbara. 
 
June 22 - NATIVE HEALTH hosts Prenatal and Pediatric Meet and Greet.  10:00 a.m.-noon. See article block at right for more information. 
 
June 22 - NATIVE HEALTH hosts Read it and Eat. A literacy and healthy cooking class for families with young children. RSVP required. See article block at right. 

June 24 - Men's Expo at Phoenix Indian Medical Center.  8:00 a.m.-noon. East Patio Area.  Car show, shoe shine parlor, tobacco and nutrition education and more. For information contact Loretta at (602) 248-4196 or email her.

June 24 - Dia de San Juan in Guadalupe. Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Guadalupe.  4:00-7:00 p.m. Free community event, food, water, music, etc. For information contact Vanessa at (480) 768-2064.

June 25 - Jim Thorpe Community 5K Run & Native American 5K National Championship.  Southwestern Indian Polytechnic Institute, Albuquerque. For information call (505) 710-3323 or email them.

June 26 - July -  Native American Basketball Invitation (NABI) 14th Annual Basketball Tournament.  For more information visit their website.

June 28 - Maricopa Association of Government's Transportation Ambassador Program Meeting.  Information regarding human services transportation for older adults and people with disabilities. 1:00-3:30 p.m. City of Phoenix Public Transit Department, 302 N. 1st Avenue, 7th Floor, Phoenix. For information call Maria at (602) 452-5029.

July 1 - Light Up the Sky - City of Phoenix. Maryvale Baseball Stadium, 3600 N. 51st Avenue, Maryvale.  Free. All ages. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at 9:10 p.m. For information call (602) 262-6575 or check the website.

July 1-10 - Association of American Indian Physicians 18th National Native American Youth Initiative. For information check their website.

July 1-4 - 30th Annual Navajo Nation 4th of July Celebration.  Windowrock, Arizona.

July 4 - 31st Annual Fabulous Phoenix 4th.  6:00-10:00 p.m. at Steele Park.  Free and non-alcoholic family event.  Two stages featuring local entertainers, a variety of vendors with food and beverages, arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, classic car display and more. Youth activities, rides and inflatables and a water spray zone for kids. City of Phoenix Latino Institute. 

July 5-9 - $4 for Fourth at Pueblo Grande Museum.  For more information on programs check the website.

July 9 - Valley of the Sun Cherokees Gathering. Held at NATIVE HEALTH. For more information contact Linda.

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 15-17 - Lori Piestewa National Native Games. For more information click here. 

July 18-21 - 2016 Tribal Child Protection Symposium and Leadership Forum.  Scottsdale. Symposium provided by Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.  Free.  Training certificates and hours provided.  For information click here.

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 21 - Arizona American Indian Oral Health Initiative Statewide Executive Committee Meeting.  8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Meeting held at the Arizona Dental Association, Scottsdale. Website. For information or to RSVP contact Minnie at (602) 542-5773 or email her.

July 26-27 - 43rd Annual Arizona Rural Health Conference.  High County Conference Center, Flagstaff.  For information click here.  

August 8 - City of Phoenix Section 8 Housing Program Wait List Opening through Friday, August 12. 9:00 a.m. applications begin. For information call (602) 534-1974 or check the website.

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 11-13 - Association of American Indian Physicians 45th Annual Meeting and Health Conference Poster Competition. Oakland, CA. 

August 22-23 - First Things First Early Childhood Summit. Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix.

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.

August 29-31 - Arizona's 16th Annual Transition Conference. "Trending in Transition: Engagement, Experience, Employment." Talking Stick Resort, Scottsdale.  Limited number of scholarships.  For information on scholarships or to register contact Jeannette at (602) 542-3855 or email her. 

Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
Volume 10, Issue 6
June 2016
Summer is here!  With summer beginning NATIVE HEALTH is getting busier! I was reading the Arizona Republic and came across Harvey Mackay's column.  He mentioned  using your values to help others and to live a life that matters.  In the column he mentioned that every person can make a difference and went on to say that some people have the gift of helping others to connect. NATIVE HEALTH's
mission and programs make a tremendous difference  in the lives of everyone we serve, but there's only so much we can do alone. We truly depend on our collaborators and partners.
Through our partnerships we are able to accomplish much more and impact the lives of many more in the community. Thank you to our partners for joining us in our mission to make a difference!    

NATIVE HEALTH is pleased to announce our partnership with Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES).   This partnership allows DES to provide eligibility services and complete interviews for SNAP (Food Stamps), AHCCCS (Medicaid), and TANF (Emergency Cash Assistance) onsite at our NATIVE HEALTH Central location. The DES Eligibility Worker  is also able to complete fingerprint imaging, order EBT cards, etc., for families. DES will be onsite at NATIVE HEALTH on Thursdays, from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. on a first come, first served basis. Please call our office for additional information. We look forward to seeing this partnership flourish and to assisting our community with their needs. 

I am also very glad to see the incredible progress be made at the State level in regards to ensuring our children have health insurance coverage, especially for children and families living under economic hardship.  Last month, the Arizona Legislature reinstated the KidsCare-Arizona Children's Health Insurance Program. This program is for children under the age of 19 who are not eligible for other AHCCCS health insurance coverage. The program is tentatively scheduled to begin taking applications in late July with coverage planned to begin in September. NATIVE HEALTH applauds the Arizona Legislature for supporting this important program. For additional information, please contact our office to reach out to eligibility staff. 

NATIVE HEALTH continues to work with PAFCO on voter registration.  Voter registration is available at NATIVE HEALTH Central four days per week.  For more information please call our office. 

NATIVE HEALTH had a very special guest this month, Congressman Ruben Gallego. Congressman Gallego and his staff visited and toured NATIVE HEALTH.  The group discussed the role that Urban Indian Health organizations and community health centers play in providing access to affordable, high quality care to vulnerable communities. Removing barriers and reducing the cost of health care is a priority of ours and we are glad Congressman Gallego supports our cause.

NATIVE HEALTH's Read it and Eat  program was featured in Indian Country Today as one of the most innovative strategies to connect families with healthy eating habits and literacy programs. This article talks about the difference that the program has been making in the community and how NATIVE HEALTH is targeting children's obesity with unique programming. Read it and Eat is supported by HealthNet Access. To read the article click here. 

Another popular summer program is the Summer Food Service Program. This program helps families supplement meals that may be lost to children because school is not in session. Over 22 million children receive free and reduced meals during the school year. During the summer, less than four million children take advantage of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). This is NATIVE HEALTH's fourth year participating in this program. Please see the article block below with dates, times and locations of summer meals at NATIVE HEALTH facilities. NATIVE HEALTH has been identified as a pioneer in our commitment to address food security issues for families in the communities we serve.  NATIVE HEALTH will be featured in the HRSA Webinar that will highlight innovative ways community health centers can provide programs such as ours. To view the webinar click here.  

Prenatal services  at NATIVE HEALTH began in May and has been a huge success.  Our patients are thrilled with our partner Phoenix Perinatal Associates.   We will host another Prenatal and Pediatric Meet and Greet this month. Please stop by, meet our providers, tour NATIVE HEALTH and learn about all of the programs that work with pregnant women and their families.  Breakfast is included as well as gifts! Visit our website for updates on this program.

Believe it or not, it's also time to start thinking about back to school, even though summer vacation just started!  NATIVE HEALTH continues to strive to provide the highest level of care and is growing to respond to the needs of the community.  It's never too early to make your back to school immunization and physical appointments.  There are several Back to School clinics planned in July. The first 50 youth at each site completing Back to School Physicals will receive a large bag of school supplies. Watch for next month's newsletter with dates and times. 

Speaking of back to school physicals, it is always time to make sure you and your children have been immunized. There have been a number of reports of measles outbreaks in Arizona. This number has been growing in the past few days.  Please check your family's immunization status and if you need to be brought up to date please call your medical provider.  Please watch the news regarding updates on this important topic.

Another virus has also been in the news. The Zika virus is also beginning to show up in Arizona. You can help "fight the bite" by getting rid of standing water around your home and eliminating places where mosquitos can breed.  Maricopa County Department of Public Health says that the "Zika virus transmission has not been identified within the continental U.S.; currently all cases have occurred among travelers who have visited areas where the virus is circulating.  Check out affected areas and current CDC travel alerts. Because of the risk during pregnancy, pregnant women are recommended to consider postponing travel to areas where the virus is circulating. Preventing mosquito bites, both at home and when traveling, is key to preventing disease spread.  You can also make sure there is no standing water around your home where mosquitos can breed, such as in buckets, toys, or plant holders." Learn more at azdhs.gov/zika.

I would like to invite all of you to attend the NATIVE HEALTH Annual Meeting which will be held on Tuesday, June 21.  THE MEETING IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Refreshments will be served. Please come meet the Board Members and Staff of NATIVE HEALTH.  The Annual Meeting will be held at 6:00 p.m. Election of the new Board Members is the main business of the Board that night.  We hope that you will take some time out of your busy day and stop in.  
 
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. 

Happy Father's Day to all of our fathers.   

We look forward to seeing you.

Sincerely,
Walter Murillo,
Chief Executive Officer  
NHW Community  Health Center
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June is Men's Health Month.  The purpose of Men's Health Month is to heighten the awareness of men's preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment among men and boys.

There are many easy things men can do every day to improve their health and stay healthy. Some easy ways to get and stay healthy include: *take bike ride; *toss a ball; *eat less salt; *try more veggies; *get good sleep; *toss out the tobacco; *move more, adults need at least 2 1/2 hours of moderate-intensity aerobic  activity (such as brisk walking) every week, and muscle strengthening activities that work all major muscle groups, on two or more days per week.  You don't have to do it all at once. Spread your activity out during the week, and break it into smaller chunks of time during the day; *eat healthy; *tame stress; *stay on top of your game and see your medical provider for regular checkups.

Certain diseases and conditions may not have symptoms, so checkups help diagnose issues early or before they can become a problem.  Pay attention to signs and symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, excessive thirst, and problems with urination. If you have these symptoms of any kind, be sure to see your medical provider right away.  Don't wait!  Keep track of your numbers for blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, body mass index (BMI), or any others you  may have. If you numbers are high or low, your medical provider can explain what they mean and suggest how you can get them to a healthier range. Be sure to ask your provider what tests you need and how often you need them. Get vaccinated.  Vaccine recommendations are based on a variety of factors, including age, overall health, and your medical history.

All men who have an appointment at NHW Community Health Center and NATIVE HEALTH will receive a Men's Health Week gift 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.

Wellbearto's Travels
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.

Wellbearto went to pick up the generous donation from Southwest Human Development of Little Free Libraries (LFL).  These four LFL's will be placed at each NATIVE HEALTH WIC Clinic.  There will be free books for children at each of these sites.  Thank you Southwest Human Development and Little Free Libraries.

           

          


Wellbearto wanted to take a visit to the Grand Canyon.  He had never been there and was excited about the road trip.   

 
 
    
 
 
Wellbearto saw  Smokey Bear on the way to the Grand Canyon.  He had never met Smokey.  He learned all about fire prevention and fire danger. Smokey was really big!  
 
              
 
         
 


Wellbearto was so excited when he saw this sign. He had to jump out of his seat belt and car and get a photo!  He couldn't wait to see the Canyon.   
 
 


After a long car ride, Wellbearto finally saw the Grand Canyon. He was in awe!  He thought it was majestic, peaceful, astounding, and really, really big.  It was almost like a fake picture, it was so pretty.   
 
   
   
 
 

Wellbearto wanted to go on the Grand Canyon Railroad. Unfortunately, he didn't buy a ticket, but he still liked looking at the train.  His family said he can go next time he visits the Canyon. 








Wellbearto was so excited to meet Congressman Ruben Gallego when he visited NATIVE HEALTH.  This is the first time he met a Congressman and was really impressed.  
 


      
       



Wellberto went to Payson and stopped at the Green Valley Park. He learned about the reclaimed water lake and recreational fishing there. Next time he'll bring his fishing pole. 




 
 
 
 

Wellberto spent the afternoon at the Tonto National Forest and visited the Tonto Natural Bridge, the world's largest travertine natural bridge.  It was really pretty and a wonderful hike.  Wellbearto tries to get in at least 10,000 steps per day. He walked at least 12,000 steps that day! 

             
 



Wellbearto is now on Pinterest.  Check out where he's been and what he's been doing! Click here to follow Wellbearto on Pinterest!
NATIVE HEALTH's New Partnership with
Arizona Department of
Economic Security (DES)

NATIVE HEALTH's
Summer Food and Nutrition Sites
 

Read it and Eat Program
Early Literacy and Cooking Classes
     
Prenatal and Pediatric
Meet and Greet

 
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, June 22, from 10:00 a.m.-noon.  All are welcome.  For more information please contact Amanda.   
NATIVE HEALTH Hosts
Kindergarten Boot Camp 
at NATIVE HEALTH Central and 
NHW Community Health Center 

NATIVE HEALTH's Prenatal Services


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.
NATIVE HEALTH's inHarmony's 
Valley Partners Community Advisory Board 



NATIVE HEALTH's Laughter is the Best Medicine
 
NATIVE HEALTH's Annual Children's Pageant
  

Community Resources
June 17 Deadline - We R Native Youth Ambassador Application Open.  For AI/AN youth ages 15-24. For information click here.

June 17 Deadline - Native American Fish & Wildlife Society Southwest Region 2016 Scholarship.  For information and qualifications please contact Darren at (928) 734-3606 or email him.

August 11 Deadline - Navajo School Clothing Program.  Children must be enrolled members of the Navajo Nation and between the ages of 3-13 years at the time of order. Child must be enrolled in an approved and participating educational institution. For more information and application contact Phoenix Indian Center at (602) 264-6768. 

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.

American Indian Graduate Center Scholarships - Click here for more information.

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:  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.   

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.

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.

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.
 
City of Phoenix Birth to Five Program Recruiting Children -The City of Phoenix Head Start Birth to Five Program is now recruiting childrenCity of Phoenix Head Start Logo
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.

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.

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 support 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 contacting the Volunteer Office at (602) 263-1576.

Discounted Internet Service - As of March 31, 2016 the FCC (Federal Communications Commission) has approved rules to modify the current Lifeline program, which previously provided discounted telephone services, to also include discounted internet services for people who meet the qualifications. This modernization update from the FCC will help provide 21st century access for any low-income individual, helping to reduce the barriers that prevent access to educational and career opportunities.   For more information about the updates to the Lifeline program, please visit the FCC webpage.

Public Allies - Program of AmeriCorps and ASU Lodestar Center for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Innovation.  Public Allies places dedicated, service-minded individuals in a 10-month paid apprenticeships throughout local nonprofit partner agencies.  For 18-24 year olds, and those without a two or four year degree and would be able to qualify for public assistance.  Only need a high school diploma or GED and must be 18 or older. For information contact Jeffrey at (602) 496-0191 or email him.

Native American Recognition Days Application - Applications are now due for Fall 2016 Native American Recognition Days. To view the application click here.

Maricopa County Community Health Survey - To participate in the survey click http://bit.ly/1Z91Ifw. This survey is open to Maricopa County residents age 12 or older. Professionals are also invited to participate. The survey takes only five minutes to complete.  The Preventive Health Collaborative (PHC) is a coalition made up of over 70 organizations working together to improve health services and overall well-being for children birth to five and their families in Maricopa County. The PHC is working closely with community stakeholders to develop PHC's Preventive Health Plan for 2017-2020. This plan will provide our members with various health indicators, baselines and targets for 2020 so that we as a community can gauge our progress and address areas of concern. The PHC's evaluation team we will be holding virtual collaboration sessions during the month of June to ask for your input. Each of the virtual meetings will be focused around one of the targeted health areas and we ask Partners who are involved with that health area to attend that session. In these meetings we will complete two tasks:  *We will finalize the health concerns language within each targeted health area;
*We will ask you to brainstorm evidence-based, evidence-informed, and promising practices that you use or are aware of to address the health concern
Please see below for details:  
 
Prenatal and Newborn Health - Thursday June 9th @ 3:00 PM 
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/955084485
A headset is recommended for this virtual session or you may also call in using your telephone. 
Dial +1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 955-084-485
Audio PIN: Shown after joining the meeting
Meeting ID: 955-084-485
 
Oral Health - Friday June 10th @ 3:00 PM
A headset is recommended for this virtual session or you may also call in using your telephone.
Dial +1 (224) 501-3212
Access Code: 225-734-485
Meeting ID: 225-734-485
 
Development and Mental Health - Thursday June 16th @ 3:00 PM
Dial +1 (646) 749-3122
A headset is recommended for this virtual session or you may also call in using your telephone.
Access Code: 264-281-829
Meeting ID: 264-281-829
Access to Care - Friday June 17th @ 3:00 PM
A headset is recommended for this virtual session or you may also call in using your telephone.
Dial +1 (646) 749-3131
Access Code: 539-468-933
Meeting ID: 539-468-933

Injury Prevention - Thursday June 23rd @ 3:00 PM
A headset is recommended for this virtual session or you may also call in using your telephone.
Dial +1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 824-313-669
Meeting ID: 824-313-669
Nutrition & Physical Activity - Friday June 24th @ 3:00 PM
A headset is recommended for this virtual session or you may also call in using your telephone.
Dial +1 (872) 240-3311
Access Code: 184-823-141
Meeting ID: 184-823-141
 
The PHC team will be sending out more information for these sessions. We kindly ask that you RSVP by June 3rd to hold your space. Please contact evaluation team lead Michele Schmidt at michele@lecroymilligan.com for more information on the virtual collaboration sessions.  

Forward Promise: Future Inspired Native American Leaders, A College and Career Readiness Program. Applications are being accepted to join this fun and dynamic year-round program designed for youth in high school. Let Phoenix Indian Center help prepare them for success in academics, the world of work and in personal lives. Here is a quick snapshot of the year round program: *The program begins with the two-week Career Exploration Summer Academy. Let Phoenix Indian Center
help create a pathway for your future. *Program participants continue throughout the year with monthly Saturday Academies and other monthly events to include more visits to local employers, college tours, guest speakers, leadership training, personal development, health and wellness information and access to tutoring and other academic support, cultural activities and more! Students also receive mentoring and support from staff at the Phoenix Indian Center. JULY 11 - 22, 2016 Career Exploration Summer Academy.  The summer two-week Career Exploration Summer Academy is July 11 through July 22, 2016. During the two weeks, youth will earn college credit, complete community service activities, tour local employers for career exploration and visit Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Teen Center, touring the recording studio and learning about careers in the music industry, and earn a stipend!. Enroll now by filling in an application to mail, fax or email to the Phoenix Indian Center today!  www.phxindcenter.org

Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.