Native Health Newsletter Archives
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Upcoming NATIVE HEALTH Events:
H1N1 Flu Shot Clinics - February 12th, 19th and 26th - 1:00-4:00 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH - 4520 North Central Avenue, 3rd Floor- NATIVE HEALTH is hosting four H1N1 Flu Shot Clinics. The H1N1 is free for Native Americans with tribal ID and only $10.00 for the general public. For more information call (602) 279-5262 x 3405 or or email kbegay@nachci.com for more information.
Licensed DUI Program - New Session beginning March 2nd- State licensed Level I DUI Education and Treatment which consists of 16 hours of DUI education and at least 20 hours of substance abuse treatment. Level II DUI education consists of 16 hours of education. Each person must complete an initial intake and screening and attend weekly scheduled DUI group sessions. Both Level I and II group sessions will complete their respective DUI programs within eight weeks of the first class. Each DUI group session is 2.5 hours in length and are held from 6:00-8:30 p.m. on respective scheduled days. Fees for both Level I and II DUI programs are $120.00 and a screening fee of $75.00 is required. Money orders made out to NATIVE HEALTH will only be accepted. For more information or to enroll contact Elmer Myron at (602) 279-5262 x 3204 or email emyron@nachci.com This program is licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Behavioral Health.
Infant Toddler Brain Development Classes - February 10th and 24th - 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH- NATIVE HEALTH and the New Directions Institute for Brain Development are proud to present the "Wired For Success" a two part program for families on February 10th and 24th from 11:00-1:00. This workshop will teach parents, grandparents and childcare providers with a special emphasis on birth-three years of age. Participants will learn how to provide experiences for a child that can actually affect how the child's brain grows. Light lunch will be provided as well as gifts for registered participants. This is a free event. Class size limited to 30. RSVP required. For more information or to RSVP call Justina (602) 279-5262 x 3413 or email jyoung@nachci.com.
Women's Empowerment Group- NATIVE HEALTH is continuing its Women's Empowerment Group on Wednesdays at NATIVE HEALTH Central at 4520 N. Central. Call (602) 279-5262 x 3301 for more information or email awalton@nachci.com.
Area Agency on Aging - March Brown Bag Lunch - March 2nd - Noon-1:00 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH- The March Brown Bag lunch will be presented by the Area Agency on Aging, Region One. This program will discuss taking care of an elder, resources, ALTCS and much more. If you are taking care of a loved one and need assistance, resources, etc. this program will be able to answer your questions. Bring your lunch and dessert will be provided by NATIVE HEALTH. For more information call Susan (602) 279-5262 x 3302 or email slevy@nachci.com.
A Special Presentation for Parents and Grandparents: Parents Speak Up: Share Your Vision Workshop presented by Inter Tribal Council of Arizona - March 24th - 5:30-7:30 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH- "Parents Speak Up: Share Your Vision Workshop" is a program that provides parents, grandparents, and guardians an opportunity and resources to help families talk about teen pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, media, getting the conversation started and breaking down the barriers. Parents, guardians and grandparents with youth ages 12-17 should attend. There is no registration fee to attend. Please bring a brown bag dinner. NATIVE HEALTH will provide dessert. Childcare is not provided. The program is limited to the first 20 participants. For more information call Glenda at (602) 307-1530. Classes held in the 6th Floor Conference Room at the Native American Community Service Center, 4520 North Central Avenue.
Social Security Benefits - Indian Country - April Brown Bag Lunch - April 13th - Noon-1:00 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH- The April Brown Bag lunch will be presented by the Social Security Benefits and Programs. Information on how to file for benefits online, SSA webinar, Part D extra help and Medicare will be covered. Bring your lunch and dessert will be provided by NATIVE HEALTH. For more information call Susan (602) 279-5262 x 3302 or email slevy@nachci.com.
Native GLBT Community Info/Health Fair - April 16th 1:00-5:00 p.m. NATIVE HEALTH is hosting the Native GLBT Community Information/Health Fair that will feature various vendors within the Phoenix metro area (as well as outside the area). Program information will be shared about services offered to the Native GLBT community. The Health Fair will include health screenings and free HIV testing. The event will take place at NATIVE HEALTH, 4520 North Central Avenue, 3rd Floor Conference Rooms. This event is open to the public. This will coincide with the Phoenix Pride activities. For more information call Trudie at (602) 279-5262 x3207 or or email tjackson@nachci.com for more information.
Domestic Abuse Intervention Program (DAIP) - Open Entry - This program is for Native American men only. The length is 26 weeks on Monday evenings from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The cost is $15.00/session for a total of $390.00. Call to schedule an intake appointment with Roy Johnston (602) 279-5262 x3202 or email rjohnston@nachci.com
WIC Breastfeeding Classes - WIC Breastfeeding Classes are offered the third week of each month at each clinic. Contact Rani Patel at (602) 279-5262 x 3404 or email rpatel@nachci.com
Talking Circles - Talking Circles are offered on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. with Roy Johnston, Traditional Coordinator. Talking Circles are held in the 3rd Floor Conference Room. Families and children are welcome. Meet Roy at the lobby door at 10:30. For more information contact Roy Johnston at (602) 279-5262 x3202 or email rjohnston@nachci.com
