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 and limited appointments, 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 of the group programs. Bring required documents and copies of court orders. For information or to make an appointment contact Sufina at (602) 279-5351 x 3536 or email her.
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 11:00-6:00 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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June NATIVE HEALTH Photos
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NATIVE HEALTH participated in the Diamondbacks Native American Recognition Day event. NATIVE HEALTH staff instructed individuals on making pony bead bracelets and information on the medicine wheel. Over 500 bracelets were completed!
Children enjoying meals at NATIVE HEALTH in the Summer Food Services Program through St. Mary's Food Bank. NATIVE HEALTH has four locations that are providing meals through this program. Check the article block at right for more information.
NATIVE HEALTH is partnering with the City of Phoenix to provide Kindergarten Boot Camp classes. 17 families are participating in this wonderful program.
NATIVE HEALTH's Home Visiting Program heard a presentation from City of Phoenix Police Officer Wright. She presented information on stranger danger, home safety, water safety and more. Thank you Officer Wright for your knowledge, education and kindness.
NATIVE HEALTH's June Read It and Eat class was another success. Many families attended the event and made their own cantaloupe salsa.  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 eggplants, mangoes, avocados, cantaloupes, zucchini, and more.
 NATIVE HEALTH participated in many events this month providing fluoride varnish and dental screenings. Many children were screened and received fluoride varnish in June. 
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 held its Annual Meeting in June. Two new Board Members , Shawn Sellers, and Yvonne Fortier, were added to the NATIVE HEALTH Board of Directors. Welcome Mr. Sellers and Ms. Fortier.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Community Garden
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Have you ever wondered while hiking, camping, hunting or simply passing by what the use might be in a particular plant? They grow here in the Sonoran Desert for a reason, so why not learn to utilize them? Some plants that you may think is a weed can actually be filled with nutritional values and medicinal uses. An outstanding aspect about these Sonoran desert plants they need little or no water at all. So even incorporating in your desert landscape can have great benefits.
Amaranth (Amaranthus spp.) other common names: Pigweed, Quelites, Carelessweed Amaranth can be found in moist soils. This plant needs no change of water. It is commonly used as a grain like rice and has similar nutritional values to quinoa. Edible uses: The leaves are like spinach. The seeds are high in protein and make nutritious flour. Chia (Salvia columbariae) is commonly found in sloppy areas, rocky hillside, or wash slides. Edible uses: Chia seeds are high in protein and quality oils, the seeds can be grounded and used for flour. Lemonade berry (Rhus trilobata)other common names: Squaw bush, Skunk bush. Edible uses: It can be used as a refreshing tea made from the fruit. The fruit can be eaten or used as a jam or jelly. Mallow (Porophyllum gracile) other common names: Common mallow, Cheeseweed mallow, High mallow. Edible uses: Collect the wild leaves while young, they can be eaten raw. It can be added to salads, soups, or cooked. Mesquite (Prosopis spp.) other common names: Velvet Mesquite, Honey Mesquite, Screwbean Mesquite. Edible uses: Once dry they can be grounded to flour. Mesquite wheat flour can create cupcakes, bread, etc. A tea of boiled pods can create sweet syrup. To read more about edible uses in the Sonoran desert, please check out the book "Sonoran Desert Food Plants" by Charles W. Kane.
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 |
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NATIVE HEALTH's New
Positive Indian Parenting Program
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Community Legal Services at NATIVE HEALTH
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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.
Our Living Well Traditionally Diabetes Youth Prevention Camps were an overwhelming success. Each of our two camps was filled with excitement, adventure, and fun. A few shots were posted on our NATIVE HEALTH Facebook page. Look out for opportunities to receive camp pictures in the near future. We'd like to thank the University of Arizona Medical School Phoenix students who volunteered their time as counselors for both camps.
NATIVE HEALTH will be hosting a Basketball Fundamentals event on July 29th, beginning from 6:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. Wellness Warriors and their families will be able to learn the basics of basketball as well as participate in small tourneys. The event is free and open to all Wellness Warriors families. Our participants will also be eligible to receive a free basketball for attending. To RSVP or for more information, please call Amanda at (602) 279-5262 x 3457 or email Amanda.
With the summer well underway, it is important to continue thinking of health and physical activity opportunities during the break. It is important to continue healthy eating habits throughout the summer. It can be daunting to figure out what to eat as a family every day during the summer. Here are a few more ways that you as a parent can keep a healthy mentality for the whole family this summer.
Continue eating three meals a day!
Eating three meals daily is a very important part of proper child growth and development. Make sure they are not skipping meals
Make sure your children have at least one hour of physical activity daily!
The more active the better your health. Make sure your children get enough play time while on summer break!
Healthy foods begin at home!
Cooking at home is a healthier and more beneficial way for children to get the nutrients they need, which is often absent in fast food and prepackaged foods.
Fruits and Vegetables are your friend!
Make an effort to make vegetables part of every meal, and eat at least two portions of fresh fruit daily.
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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NATIVE HEALTH's Living Well Traditionally Diabetes Prevention Youth Camp - Update!
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NATIVE HEALTH's Annual Living Well Traditionally Youth Diabetes Prevention Camps were held again at Camp Colley, north of Payson. Over 60 Native American youth, ages 9-13, participated in the two Camps and learned about many important aspects of diabetes, healthy eating, and physical activity through educational sessions. Everyone had multiple fun interactions with horses, archery games, catching crawfish in the creek, and participating in wilderness hikes. Children were also able to participate in dutch oven cooking and participate in the cooking process. There was also an evening spider hunt!
Diabetes education included "Why should I be active?", comparing amounts of sugar and salt in drinks, healthy self-esteem topics, setting healthy goals, basic diabetes education, label reading, heart functions, making good choices and more.
The campers completed pre and post-tests at Camp and it was determined that almost everyone learned about preventing diabetes.
A special thank you to all who made this event possible. To the many donors who donated funds to provide scholarships for children to attend camp at no cost.
 We would also like to thank University of Arizona College of Medicine students who donated their time and energy and were amazing counselors!
NATIVE HEALTH volunteer extraordinaire, Daniel Napolliello, R.N., donated his time and expertise and assisted many campers with their medical needs.
In addition, not forgotten are those who planned and made the preparations for the Camp to take place as well as Camp Colley staff.
For more information on next year's Camp please contact Katie. |
July 5-9 - $4 for Fourth at Pueblo Grande Museum. For more information on programs check the website.July 6 - Association for Supportive Child Care Networking Meeting. Breakfast and updates. Tempe. For information contact Sarah via email.
July 7 - Arizona State Health Improvement Plan (AzHIP) Access to Care Workgroup. 10:00 a.m.-noon at Arizona Department of Health Services, Phoenix. Attend in person or remotely. To register or for more information click here. July 8 - MOLAR (Maricopa Oral Leaders and Resources) Meeting. Arizona Community Dental Clinic, 1150 E. Washington, Phoenix. 9:00 a.m.-noon. Melanie Mitros, Ph.D., Community Paramedicine: Avoiding Emergency Calls with Case Management. All are welcome. For information email MOLAR.July 9 - Valley of the Sun Cherokees Gathering. Held at NATIVE HEALTH. For more information contact Linda. July 9 - School Fair - meet charter school representatives. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 4735 N. 19th Avenue, Phoenix. Free backpacks and school supplies to first 20 families. Free pizza, water slide, door prizes, etc. Call (602) 265-5133 for information. July 9 - UnitedHealthCare Community Plan's Back to School Event at Isaac School District. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 3402 W. McDowell. July 12 - Notice of Public Hearing for Child Care Development Fund Public Hearing. Early Childhood Education Center, Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. 4:30 p.m. For information contact Tallerita at (480) 362-2200. July 12 - Cultural Competency and Native Americans training. Held at Arizona Alliance of Community Health Centers. Free. For information or to register click here. July 13 - Restoration of Civil Rights. Free workshop for ex-offenders, adults and youth, who want to have their civil rights restored and have cases set aside. Maricopa County Downtown Justice Court, 620 W. Jackson, 2nd Floor (Gold Room), Phoenix. For information or to preregister (and items needed) call (602) 372-6803. Seating very limited. Preregistration recommended and walk-ins welcome. Call for required documents. July 13 - Native American Recognition Days (NARD) Meeting. Meeting held at Phoenix Indian Center, 4520 N. Central Avenue, 2nd Floor, Phoenix. 5:00 p.m. For information call (602) 264-6768. July 14 - Maricopa County Department of Public Health's Preventive Health Collaborative Quarterly Partner Meeting. 10:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. at Halle Heart Museum in Tempe. For information on how to become a member or attend the meeting contact Jeffrey.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 15-16 - 2016 Native American Grant School Conference. Albuquerque, New Mexico. For information contact Veronica. 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 23 - Ninos Seguros Back to School & Safety Fair. 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Grand Canyon University, 3300 W. Camelback, Phoenix. Free. Family Festival.
July 21 - University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health for an Online Information Session. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Information on MPH, MS, Ph.D., DrPH, MD/MPH, JD/MPH, MBA/MPH, PharmD/MPH, MPH/MA Latin American Studies, and MPH/MS Mexican American Studies. For more information contact Kim Barnes at (602) 827-2070 or email her.
July 25-28 - Gila River Youth Day Camp. For ages 10-14 for Gila River Community Members. Sacaton Middle School Gym. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Lunch, snacks, tie-dye camp shirts, cinch bag and school supplies. First 60 youth to register with all paperwork submitted are guaranteed a spot. Register by July 15. Call (520) 562-1200 x 7341. July 26-27 - 11th Annual National Urban Indian Health Conference. This year's theme is "Strengthening the I/T/U Continuum of Care." Seattle, Washington. For more information click here. July 26-27 - 43rd Annual Arizona Rural Health Conference. High County Conference Center, Flagstaff. For information click here. July 28 - Change Agent Network (CAN) by Vitalyst. "Leadership Sustainability and Succession Planning for Our Future" for nonprofit professionals. Limited seating. 8:30 a.m.-noon. For more information or to RSVP click here. July 30 - Family Connection Fun Day - Back to School event. Kroc Center, 1375 E. Broadway, Phoenix. 8:00 a.m.-noon. August 1 - Arizona Cardinals Training Camp. University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale. 2:00 p.m. Free. For information check the website. 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 8-10 - AAIP/University of Minnesota Pre-Admission Workshop. Oakland, CA. 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 9 - Association of American Indian Physicians - 2016 American Indians Accessing Health Professions Workshop. University of California Berkeley. For information click here. August 9-11 - National AI/AN Behavioral Health Conference: "Creating Trauma Informed Systems in AI/AN Communities." Portland, OR. Capacity limited to 550. For information check the website.
August 11-13 - Association of American Indian Physicians 45th Annual Meeting. Oakland, CA. For information click here. August 15-17 - NACR-Native Patient Navigator's Basic Training. Native American Cancer Research Corporation's Patient Navigation is a patient centric healthcare model. 20 hour "Basic" Native Patient Navigator Training. Application deadline August 1. Denver, Colorado. For information click here. August 19 - 3rd Annual Conference - National Association of Hispanic Nurses-Phoenix Chapter. Talking Stick Resort, Scottsdale. For information call (602) 730-NAHN (6246). August 22-23 - First Things First Early Childhood Summit. Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix. August 22-24 - San Diego American Indian Health Center and South Dakota Urban Indian Health centers will be hosting a White Bison training entitled "Medicine Wheel & 12 Steps for Men and Women" training. Video based curriculum. For information or to register click here. 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. October 1 - NATIVE HEALTH Children's Pageant. MetroCenter Mall. October 6-7 - Infant Toddler Mental Health Coalition's 16th Institute: From Risk to Resilience at Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix. For professionals working with young children, birth-5. For more information click here. October 8 - NATIVE HEALTH Open House. NATIVE HEALTH, 4041 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix. Immediately following NARD Parade.
Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
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What a busy, hot month it has been! Although it seems like summer break has just begun; it is already time to begin preparing for the next school year. NATIVE HEALTH has back-to-school physical and immunization events beginning in July. These services are available in our medical clinics. Please look for announcements about special back-to-school days and events including free school supplies.
We just finished two fun-filled, educational, Living Well Traditionally Youth Diabetes Prevention Camps at Camp Colley, north of Payson. Over 60 youth attended the two camps. Please take a minute and view the photos and article below.
NATIVE HEALTH has just received great news. We have been awarded three large grants. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid grant will provide AHCCCS, SNAP and TANF enrollment for urban Native Americans and members of the Hispanic community. The CMS grant will expand outreach and enrollment best practices from the current Connecting Kids to Coverage Outreach and Enrollment grant, which focuses on Urban Native American youth to also include Latino children and families in Maricopa County. To view the announcement click here.
NATIVE HEALTH also received word of the Administration for Children and Families grant for the continuation of the NATIVE HEALTH Home Visiting program. This program works with Native American families with children under age five and prepares children and families for kindergarten. We also received a grant from Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to expand our dental programs.
NATIVE HEALTH held its Annual Meeting in June and elected two new Board Members. They are: Yvonne Fortier and Shawn Sellers. Many community members attended the Annual Board Meeting and dinner. Accomplishments of the past year were highlighted, the Annual Report for 2015 was issued, and introductions of current and new board members were done.
 NATIVE HEALTH was proud to again host some distinguished visitors. Senator Hale and Representatives Lela Alston and Ken Clark toured NATIVE HEALTH (photo left). Representative Regina Cobb and Kevin Earle (photo  right) also toured NATIVE HEALTH. They were able to see firsthand the clinic and all of the many and unique services provided to the community. NATIVE HEALTH is honored to host so many dignitaries.
NATIVE HEALTH will be kicking off National Health Center Week in August. In honor of National Health Center Week NATIVE HEALTH will be kicking off its "Why I Like my NATIVE HEALTH/NHW Community Health Center Provider" contest. One winner from each site will receive a new bike and helmet. See the article block below for more information.
Summer is going by quickly and NATIVE HEALTH has some exciting events planned for the fall. We have our Annual Laughter is the Best Medicine Fundraising event on Saturday, September 17, our Native American Children's Pageant on Saturday, October 1, and the Open House after the NARD Parade on Saturday, October 8. Save the date for these fun events!
There are always many events sponsored by NATIVE HEALTH and the local American Indian community. Please take a minute and read the newsletter to see what might benefit or interest you or your family.
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.
We look forward to seeing you.
Sincerely,
Walter Murillo,
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NHW Community Health Center
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July's health topic is sun safety. Summer heat can be deadly! Please read below for tips on being sun/heat safe. Here are some tips:
- use sunscreen every day
 - wear a hat and lip balm
- wear sunglasses
- cover up with loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing
- limit time in the mid-day sun, especially when it is the hottest part of the day and avoid direct sunlight
- seek shade
- check the daily UV index
- avoid sun lamps and tanning booths
- drink a lot of water- stay hydrated! Drink more than usual and don't wait until you're thirsty to drink.
- Drink two to four cups of water every hour while you're working or exercising outside.
- Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
- Make sure your family, friends, and neighbors are drinking enough water. (Tips taken from Arizona Department of Health Services.)
Did you know you can check the intensity of the sun's rays every day? The ultraviolet or UV index is a way of measuring the sun's radiation level. The scale is from 1 to 10. The higher the UV, the more careful you should be. A day with a UV rating of 10 requires more protection than a day with a rating of 1. You can check your cell phone's weather and it should give you a UV index reading.
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 to experience his first Comicon. Wow- it was really different. He saw a lot of people in costumes and experienced some different things. It was really fun!
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Wellbearto went to Jamaica. Wow this was really fun. He hadn't been to Jamaica before and it was beautiful. He always wanted to sit in the sand and get his paws wet.
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Wellbearto stayed at a really cool hotel. He took his first jacuzzi and relaxed by the pool. He made sure to use plenty of sunscreen.
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Wellbearto checked out the beach and enjoyed relaxing in the sun. It wasn't too hot and he enjoyed dipping his paws into the sand.
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Wellbearto saw his first fresh coconut and tasted his first drink of coconut milk. It was really yummy and full of nutrients.
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Wellbearto was relaxing on this beautiful beach in Jamaica when he saw this awesome sundown! It was incredible!
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After Wellbearto's trip to Jamaica he had to go to Washington D.C. for the Home Visiting conference. It was a great trip but he thinks the beach is a great place to relax. The weather was cooler and less hectic!
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After all of his travels, Wellberto returned to Phoenix and went to the Diamondbacks Native American Recognition Days game and had a great time. He helped with the bracelet crafts.
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Wellberto had a really busy month. After all of these trips he went to Camp Colley for NATIVE HEALTH's Living Well Traditionally Youth Diabetes Prevention Camp. It was warm this year but he had fun. He especially liked the outdoor cooking at the campfire. He also loved the spider hunts!
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Wellbearto met really nice ladies from the group, Hooks and Needles, from Fountain Hills. They made really pretty blankets, hats, dolls, and knitted animals. It was evident they spent a lot of time on these wonderful items. Wellbearto looked through the bag and found a new friend. Thank you to Hooks and Needles for their hard work and generosity.
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NATIVE HEALTH Hosts DES TANF Summit
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NATIVE HEALTH's New Partnership with
Arizona Department of
Economic Security (DES)
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NATIVE HEALTH's
Summer Food and Nutrition Sites
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Read it and Eat Program
Early Literacy and Cooking Classes
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Prenatal and Pediatric
Meet and Greet
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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, July 20, from 11:00 a.m.-noon. All are welcome. For more information please contact Amanda. |
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NATIVE HEALTH Hosts
Social Security
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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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NATIVE HEALTH's Back to School Physicals
and Immunization Clinics
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 For more information or to make an appointment please contact Jessica via email.Please bring Tribal Identification and immunization records at the time of the visit. The first 30 youth per day will receive back to school supplies.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Domestic Violence Program and Services
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Children Witnessing Domestic Violence
Jay grew up witnessing domestic violence in her home on a daily basis. She often protected her younger siblings from seeing the abuse or becoming the victim of abuse.
"I grew up witnessing domestic abuse. My mum would get beaten by my father. When she wasn't there he would turn to me and my brothers. I used to sit in my room and hear them fighting then I'd hear my mum scream and I'd know he'd have hit her." - Jay
According to the article "The Effects on Children Witnessing Domestic Violence" by Hidden Hurt, 2015, children who witness violence may experience challenges in the following areas and potentially display the following behaviors:
Emotional - anxiety and sadness, confusion, crying, anger, depression, nightmares, suicidal behavior, post-traumatic stress disorder, fears and phobias. Among younger children and babies eating and sleeping disorders are common.
Behavioral - displaying troublesome behaviors at home or school, isolating themselves, baby-talking, wanting bottles and having challenges in school.
Physical - headaches, stomach aches, nausea or vomiting, eating disorders, not sleeping well and nervous ticks.
In the article "The Facts on Violence Against American Indian/ Alaskan Native Women", by Dolores Bigfoot and Susan Schmidt, 2010, American Indian and Alaska Native children are more likely to receive needed mental health care services than any other ethnic population.
"I'm now 13 years old and decided to find more about domestic abuse because it has not been long since I started to realize the horror I faced when I was young. Has it affected me? In ways yes. Last year I began self-harming to get rid of the emotional pain I was going through. I felt I had no one to talk to. With help from my friends I am getting better but its a long road." - Jay
Many studies have indicated children who are raised in abusive homes learn violence is an effective strategy to solve conflicts and problems. Boys who witness their mother's abuse are more likely to become future perpetrators as adults. For girls, the belief that violence and threats become the norm in relationships. Children who come from violent homes have a greater risk of developing alcohol/drug abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder and juvenile delinquency.
In order to break the cycle of violence NATIVE HEALTH offers domestic violence support services for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Support services include: victim case management, counseling, prevention education and women's empowerment group. By protecting children from abuse we are creating safe and bright futures.
If you would like read more of Jay's story please click here.
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.
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NATIVE HEALTH's Laughter is the Best Medicine
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NATIVE HEALTH's Annual Children's Pageant
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The 2016 Annual Native American Children's Pageant will be Saturday, October 1, 2016, at MetroCenter Mall, lower level, Dillards Court. There are three age categories, birth-3 years of age, 4-6 years of age, and 7-10 years of age. Birth-3 years of age are non-competitive and is limited to 25 participants. The 4-6 and 7-10 year old age group is limited to 8 boys and 8 girls in each division and is competitive. There is no fee. Registration forms will be accepted until we reach the limit or Friday, September 16, 2016, whichever comes first.
For more information or to download the registration forms click here. You may also contact Sabrina for additional questions. |
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Native Talk Arizona - NATIVE HEALTH's Weekly Radio Show
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Native Talk Arizona (NTA) airs Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. Native Talk Arizona on www.radiophoenix.org is supported by NATIVE
HEALTH and produced and hosted by agency staff. The show airs on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. MST.
A regular feature includes "Spotlight on the Nations" which highlights the history, culture and music of a tribal community in the US and Canada. It is always preceded by a quiz question related to the Spotlight segment. Tune in each week and see if you can guess the answer. Short music interludes are supported by CD's of American Indian artists donated to Radio Phoenix from Canyon Records.
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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July 5-July 29 - Gila River Department of Community Housing Urban Rental Assistance Program. Up to $300 per month rental subsidy for qualified applicants. Limited to first 100 completed and approved applications. For more information or to view the flyer click here.
July 15 Deadline - Arizona Partnership for Healthy Communities - Healthy Communities Institute on September 9. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at Arizona Community Foundation. Series of three, one-day trainings to help participants develop skills in building collaborative project teams. For information or to register check the website at http://arizonahealthycommunities.org/healthy-community-training-institute/
July 18 Deadline - Community Health Worker Internship Program 2016. Maricopa County Department of Public Health. 12 month internships. Free online coursework through Central Arizona College, participants will work alongside MCDPH Health Educators and receive training in health literacy, diabetes and hypertension. Tuition assistance, textbook assistance, Community Health Worker certificate and more. For information contact Mark.
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.
September 30 Deadline - 13th Annual American Indian Disability Summit Presentation Deadline. Conference - March 23, 2017 at Desert Willow. For more information email Betty.
November 15 Deadline - Center for Native American Youth. For first Generation Indigenous (Gen-I) Online Roundtable. For information and survey check the website at http://cnay.org/Champions_for_Change.html
American Indian Graduate Center Scholarships - Click here for more information.
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.
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 in the 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 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.
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. Update on 5th Annual Andy Harvey Native American Broadcast Workshop. The Workshop was held June 19-25 and had 24 participants. Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff. For more information contact Paul.
Community Events and Resources are provided to the community as a resource and are NOT endorsed by NATIVE HEALTH.
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