Native Health of Phoenix

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (MHAT) 05-08-26
2026-05-08 10:00 - 15:45 (America/Phoenix) | Zoom
Sign up for Youth Mental Health First Aid Training VIRTUALLY via Zoom. This live instructor-led session will be on Friday, May 8, 10am – 3:45pm Phoenix time. (Phoenix does not observe daylight savings time).
Through NATIVE HEALTH’s free Youth Mental Health First Aid training, adults (18+) learn how to notice, listen, and respond when a young person needs support.
What You’ll Learn in Youth Mental Health First Aid
This interactive training helps you recognize and respond to signs of mental health or substance use challenges in youth ages 12–18.
During the training, you’ll learn how to:
• Notice early warning signs when a young person may be struggling.
• Understand how life stress, trauma, and other factors can affect youth mental health.
• Reach out with empathy and start supportive conversations.
• Respond with confidence in both everyday and crisis situations using a simple 5-step action plan.
• Connect youth to professional help and community resources.
• Encourage ongoing wellness, resilience, and hope.
What Participants Can Expect:
When you sign up through NATIVE HEALTH, you’ll follow a step-by-step process designed to guide you through the full training experience.
1. Register for the training through NATIVE HEALTH.
2. Create a learner account in MHFA Connect (the national MHFA learning platform).
3. Gain access to course materials once enrolled in the course.
4. Complete the required 2-hour self-paced online pre-work prior to attending the live session.
5. Attend the live virtual instructor-led session with two certified MHFA instructors.
6. Complete the required post-work.
7. Receive your official Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate of Completion.
This course empowers caring adults—family members, friends, mentors, professionals, and community members—to make a difference in a young person’s life.
If registration is full or closed, please feel free to contact Sheena at sfowler@nachci.com to be added to the waitlist.
Register below.

Recovery Talking Circle
2026-05-08 13:30 - 13:45, 2026-05-15 13:30 - 13:45, 2026-05-22 13:30 - 13:45 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
NATIVE HEALTH’S Recovery Talking Circles are held every Friday, 1:30 pm at NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave, Building C, 2nd floor conference room – Phoenix ! Facilitated by Dwight Francisco and Gary Honani.
For Native Americans in recovery ages 18 and older.
Recovery Talking Circle will NOT be meeting July 3, July 10, or July 17.
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Native SCOPE-2026
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
Join us for Native SCOPE, a preparatory program with Skills, Careers, Opportunities, Pathways, and Experience (SCOPE) at NATIVE HEALTH Central in collaboration with American Indian Health – Area Health Education Center (AIH-AHEC). Native SCOPE is open to students in eighth grade, high school, or college who are eager to explore the diverse opportunities within the medical field.
Starts Saturday, January 10, 2026. Club will meet every 2nd Saturday starting January 10 through June 13 from 10:00 a.m. to Noon at NATIVE HEALTH Central. (Site visit days will vary).
Brunch is provided. Parents are welcome to come. Students will receive a different medical item each session (stethoscope, reflex hammer, etc.)
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to kickstart your journey towards a fulfilling career in medicine!
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Native SCOPE 05-09-2026
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
Join us for Native SCOPE, a FREE preparatory program with Skills, Careers, Opportunities, Pathways, and Experience (SCOPE), in collaboration with American Indian Health – Area Health Education Center (AIH-AHEC), oin Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 North Central Avenue, Building C, 2nd Floor Conference Room in Phoenix. We will be hearing from Damom Dixon, MD – Pediatric Cardiologist and Niomi Tsingine, medical student.
Native SCOPE is open to students in eighth grade, high school, or college who are eager to explore the diverse opportunities within the medical field. Brunch is provided! Parents are welcome to come. Students will receive a pulse oximeter..
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to kickstart your journey towards a fulfilling career in medicine.
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Read It and Eat - May 2026
2026-05-12 10:00 - 10:15, 2026-05-14 10:00 - 10:15
Join Read It and Eat, NATIVE HEALTH’s monthly early literacy and cooking program, at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 5 at NHW Community Health Center, Tuesday, May 12 at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa, , or on Thursday, May 14 at NATIVE HEALTH Central. This interactive program teaches fine motor skills for your little ones while combing stories, crafts, and basic cooking skills. This month, we’ll be making kids’ tacos!
Each family takes home a free produce bag. Open to All.
Registration is required. For questions, email Gabby at ghernandez@nachci.com.

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Home Visiting: Children's Virtual Storytelling 05-2026
2026-05-12 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-26 10:00 - 10:30 | Zoom
Join NATIVE HEALTH Tribal Home Visiting for Children’s Virtual Storytelling Time every Tuesday throughout the month of May. This month’s series celebrates maternal love in all its forms and the beauty of girlhood, identity and belonging, inspired by Women’s Health Month. Each session features a live read-aloud, simple wellness learning moments, and opportunities for families to build routines that support early literacy, healthy habits, and strong parent-child connections.
May Books:

May 5, 12 pm – “How to Catch a Mamasaurus: A Mother’s Day Adventure for kids” by Alice Walstead
May 12, 10 am – “Fierce Aunties!” by Lauren Goodluck
May 19, 10 am – “Just Like Grandma” by Kim Rogers
May 26, 10 am – “Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before” by Linsey Davis

Virtual Zoom Link will be provided once registered. Open to all families with children ages birth to 5.
For any questions, email dnieto@nachci.com or call (602) 279-5262, ext. 13003.
We will be raffling 3 of the featured books each session!
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Home Visiting May Group Connection-05-12-26
2026-05-12 15:00 - 17:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
Join Home Visiting for our May Group Connection — “Mom, You’re Tea-riffic!”
Celebrate the beauty of motherhood, care, and connection in a cozy, joy-filled tea party designed just for you and your little ones. This special gathering invites families to slow down, share space, and honor the many ways love is nurtured across generations.
Together, we’ll explore the cultural significance of Navajo Tea while holding space for reflection and conversation around self-care, balance, and women’s wellness in honor of Women’s Health Month.
A Special Cultural Teaching
We’re honored to share a gentle teaching on Moon Time Teas led by our own Maternal Child Health Coordinator, Danielle—a Curandera (Traditional Healer) who carries knowledge of women’s health and wellbeing through ancestral practices. This offering is rooted in respect, care, and the importance of reconnecting with our bodies and traditions.
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Activities for the Whole Family
• Blooming Together Planting Activity — nurture something you can take home and grow
• Decorating blue corn cupcakes to enjoy alongside warm Navajo tea
• Relaxing coloring and connection time
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Storytime
On Mother’s Lap by Ann Herbert Scott — a tender story celebrating comfort, closeness, and the feeling of being deeply loved.
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Tea Party Attire Welcome!
Feel free to come dressed in your tea party best—flowy dresses, ribbon skirts, hats, florals, or whatever makes you feel special (completely optional).
This is a space to be poured into, to connect with other families, and to celebrate all that you are.
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We can’t wait to share this afternoon with you.

Wednesday, May 12, 2026
3:00–5:00 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH Central, Building C — 2nd Floor Conference Room
Registration required. For families with children ages birth to 5.
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What Can I Eat? (WCIE) Healthy Choices for American Indians and Alaska Natives
2026-05-12 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-19 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-05-26 17:30 - 19:00 | NHW Community Health Center, 8800 N 22nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85021, United States
NATIVE HEALTH’s Indigenous Wellness Program is hosting What Can I Eat? (WCIE), a nutrition education program for adults, at NHW Community Health Center. This program will teach people how to eat in a way to keep their blood sugar healthy and is led by Gabrielle Begay and Sharmayne Hardy. We will cover topics such as learning to eat healthy, making balanced food choices to support nutrition and blood sugar management, and engage in hands-on activities with light physical movement.
Open to Native American adults and families 16+. Participants will receive a gift each session.
📅 Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19, 26, and June 10. (5:30 – 7:00 p.m.)
📍NHW Community Health Center (8800 N 22nd Avenue – Phoenix)
For more information please email: gbegay@nachci.com.
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Connect with the Court (CwC) - May 2026
2026-05-13 09:00 - 11:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
The Law Library Resource Center is coming to NATIVE HEALTH Central, Building C, every second Wednesday of the month, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. To meet with staff and receive help with court forms on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, register below. We can help you with court forms, court navigation, protective orders, and more regarding divorce, custody, paternity, probate, guardianship, and more!
Full List of Services:

Assisting with locating and printing correct online forms for court filings including divorce, child support, name change, civil complaint, guardianship, conservatorship, power of attorney and more.
Case Lookup for some cases to determine next hearings
Information on court process and next steps
Orders of Protection process
Injunction Against Harassment process
Resources and information related to court and community needs (we will bring printed materials and more info about LLRC and connecting with experts at the court).

Appointment is required. After submitting a form, we will call you afterwards to set up an appointment. Appointments are 20 minutes each and may extend longer if no one is scheduled after you. Walk-ins are welcome if time is available. ENGLISH AND SPANISH available.
Submit an appointment request form below.

Relatives in Recovery
2026-05-13 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-05-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-05-21 17:30 - 18:30 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
NATIVE HEALTH’S recovery support group “Relatives in Recovery” is held every Wednesday, from 5:30 – 6:30 pm at NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave, Building C, 2nd floor conference room – Phoenix.
All are welcome.
No registration required.

Summer Cool Down Series - Wellness Warriors 05-2026
2026-05-15 17:30 - 19:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
NATIVE HEALTH’s Wellness Warriors Program presents: Summer Cool Down Series on Thursday, May 7, and Friday, May 15, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH Central! Come make refreshing drinks such as homemade Gatorade, watermelon smoothies and snacks like frozen blueberries and honey dew with tajin. We will learn about the importance of staying hydrated, signs and symptoms of dehydration, and more.
Attend both workshops and take home a FREE infusion water bottle! We will also have 3 raffle prizes each workshop.
For Native American families with children ages 7-14. (Siblings welcome!)
Registration required. For more information please email: shardy@nachci.com.
Register below.

Food as Medicine: Avocado Chicken Salad Demo - Youth Resiliency - 05-15-26
2026-05-15 17:30 - 19:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Mesa, 777 W Southern Ave building B suite 301, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA, Mesa, Arizona, 85210, United States
NATIVE HEALTH’s Youth Resiliency Program is hosting Food as Medicine: Avocado Chicken Salad Demo, on Friday, May 15, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa (777 W Southern Avenue, Building B – Mesa)! Join us in celebrating Women’s Health Month by learning how to practice mindfulness in the kitchen and nutritional benefits of the salad. There will also be a photo booth and raffle prizes including medicine bundles and art supply set.
FREE Workshop. Open to Indigenous Youth and their families, ages 11 to 24. A parent/guardian will need to be present if attendee is under 18.
For questions, please contact Nathan at nramon@nachci.com.
Register below.

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (MHAT) 05-19-26
2026-05-19 09:00 - 14:45 | Zoom
Sign up for Youth Mental Health First Aid Training VIRTUALLY via Zoom. This live instructor-led session will be on Tuesday, May 8, 9am – 2:45pm Phoenix time. (Phoenix does not observe daylight savings time).
Through NATIVE HEALTH’s free Youth Mental Health First Aid training, adults (18+) learn how to notice, listen, and respond when a young person needs support.
What You’ll Learn in Youth Mental Health First Aid
This interactive training helps you recognize and respond to signs of mental health or substance use challenges in youth ages 12–18.
During the training, you’ll learn how to:
• Notice early warning signs when a young person may be struggling.
• Understand how life stress, trauma, and other factors can affect youth mental health.
• Reach out with empathy and start supportive conversations.
• Respond with confidence in both everyday and crisis situations using a simple 5-step action plan.
• Connect youth to professional help and community resources.
• Encourage ongoing wellness, resilience, and hope.
What Participants Can Expect:
When you sign up through NATIVE HEALTH, you’ll follow a step-by-step process designed to guide you through the full training experience.
1. Register for the training through NATIVE HEALTH.
2. Create a learner account in MHFA Connect (the national MHFA learning platform).
3. Gain access to course materials once enrolled in the course.
4. Complete the required 2-hour self-paced online pre-work prior to attending the live session.
5. Attend the live virtual instructor-led session with two certified MHFA instructors.
6. Complete the required post-work.
7. Receive your official Youth Mental Health First Aid Certificate of Completion.
This course empowers caring adults—family members, friends, mentors, professionals, and community members—to make a difference in a young person’s life.
If registration is full or closed, please feel free to contact Sheena at sfowler@nachci.com to be added to the waitlist.
Register below.

NATIVE HEALTH locations will close at 12 noon 05/20/2026
2026-05-20 - 2026-05-21
NATIVE HEALTH Central, NHW Community Health Center, NATIVE HEALTH Mesa and NATIVE HEALTH at Walupe Health Center will close at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, May 25, 2026.
Regular business hours will resume Thursday, May 26, 2026.

Roots to Recipes: Bison Tacos - Traditional Garden 05-21-26
2026-05-21 17:30 - 19:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
Join NATIVE HEALTH’s Traditional Garden Program for Roots to Recipes: Bison Tacos Workshop on Thursday, May 21, 5:30-7pm at NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Avenue – Phoenix!
Roots to Recipes is our garden-based cooking series where we explore the connections between the ways foods grow with how we cook them. In this workshop, we will learn about the growing processes and cultural relevance of the ingredients in bison tacos, and make and eat the food with other community members.
Cookbook raffle and complimentary seeds.
Open to Everyone. Registration is required.
For questions, email kperry@nachci.com.
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Free HIV Testing at Charlie's
2026-05-21 21:00 - 2026-05-22 00:00 | Charlie’s Phoenix, 727 W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85013, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85013, United States
NATIVE HEALTH is offering FREE rapid HIV testing, at-home HIV test kits, and condoms + lube at Charlie’s Phoenix every third Thursday! Healthier communities start with accessible care. #KnowYourStatus
This initiative is part of NATIVE HEALTH’s Integrated Health and Outreach Program.
NO registration required.
For more info, call (602) 279-5262 x 14003 or email nhiho@nachci.com.

Ribbon Skirt Workshop at Central
2026-05-23 09:00 - 15:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
NATIVE HEALTH is hosting a Ribbon Skirt Workshop on Saturday, May 23, 2026, 9 am – 3 pm at NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Avenue, Building C – Phoenix ! Come spend the day with the community relaxing and sewing beautiful ribbon skirts. Taught by Diane Cumiford.
This event is hosted by NATIVE HEALTH’s Recovery Services Behavioral Health Department.
Lunch provided. Please bring your own sewing machine. All other supplies provided. We have a limited amount of sewing machines available if you do not have one.
For Native Americans ages 18 and older.
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NATIVE HEALTH locations will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026
2026-05-25 - 2026-05-26
NATIVE HEALTH Central, NHW Community Health Center, NATIVE HEALTH Mesa and NATIVE HEALTH at Walupe Health Center will be closed, Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.
Regular business hours will resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

05-26-2025 ARIZONA@WORK Background-Friendly Hiring and Resources Event
2026-05-26 10:00 - 13:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States

Gardening 101 - Traditional Garden 05-26-26
2026-05-26 17:30 - 19:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Ave Bldg C, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA, Phoenix, Arizona, 85012, United States
Join NATIVE HEALTH’s Traditional Garden Program for Gardening 101 on Tuesday, May 26, 5:30-7pm at NATIVE HEALTH Central, 4041 N Central Avenue – Phoenix!
In this workshop, we will explore aspects of gardening that can support us in our journey of being gardeners and cultivators. We will look into soil, seed starting, planting seasons, companion planting, container gardening and much more!
The first five individuals to register and attend this event will receive a copy of “Southwest Fruit and Vegetable Gardening” by Jacqueline Soule.
Open to Everyone. Registration is required.
For questions, email kperry@nachci.com.
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Slice of Sex-Education: Pizza and Trivia - Youth Resiliency & IHOP
2026-05-27 17:30 - 19:00 | NATIVE HEALTH Mesa, 777 W Southern Ave building B suite 301, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA, Mesa, Arizona, 85210, United States
NATIVE HEALTH’s Youth Resiliency and Integrated Health and Outreach Program are hosting Slice of Sex-Ed: Pizza and Trivia on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7 p.m. at NATIVE HEALTH Mesa, 777 W Southern Avenue, Building B – Mesa. Enjoy FREE pizza, raffle prizes, and a fun trivia-style game night! Have fun, eat pizza, and learn something new!
FREE PIZZA and first-place prize. Open to Indigenous Families with Youth Ages 13-24. Registration is required. Minors 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
For questions. email nramon@nachci.com or joyoung@nachci.com.
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