Sacramento, California – June 21, 2024– Gender-affirming care is a gamut of care that includes “social, psychological, behavioral, and medical interventions designed to support and affirm an individual’s gender identity” (World Health Organization). There are four distinct types of affirming care, which include social affirmation, puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and gender-affirming
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2024 Community Needs Assessment
The Sacramento Native American Health Center, Inc. (SNAHC) is excited to share its 2024 Community Needs Assessment (CNA), which can be accessed using the links below. CNAs are a way to get a sense of the health priorities of the community, and SNAHC conducts them every 3 years to
Missing & Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Month (MMIP)
Sacramento, California – May 17, 2024– Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Day, or MMIP Day is honored on May 5th. A day when we recognize the intentional and significant suffering so many Native Americans and Indigenous people have endured. This year, thanks to the joint efforts of many Tribes across California,
SNAHC RECEIVES $1 MILLION OF FEDERAL FUNDING SECURED BY CONGRESSWOMAN DORIS MATSUI
Sacramento, California – January 24, 2024– The Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) received $1,000,000 in federal funding for our Florin Road site thanks to Congresswoman Doris Matsui (CA-07). “Now more than ever, it is important for patients to know they have somewhere to go for primary care, mental health
Embracing Wellness Amidst The Winter Solstice: A Guide To Managing Holiday Stress
Sacramento, California – December 19, 2023— As the holiday season approaches, the imagery of joy, celebration, and togetherness comes to mind. However, the reality for many individuals is that holidays can bring stress and anxiety. The pressures of gift-giving to the hectic nature of holiday preparations, it’s easy to feel
Rock Your Mocs: Empowering Native/Indigenous Identity & Heritage
Sacramento, California – November 15, 2023— Rock Your Mocs (RYM) is a week-long worldwide social media event designed to share Native and Indigenous pride. Originally set for just one day, November 15th, it has now been extended to a week giving schools and other organizations an opportunity to participate. This
Every Child Matters: National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
Sacramento, California – September 30, 2023— Content warning! The stories in this blog may be triggering for some people. National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, is recognized on September 30th commemorating the over 150,000 Native American children who attended Indian Residential Schools and the
Latinx Insights: A Journey To Understanding
Sacramento, California – September 15, 2023— Latinx Heritage Month begins on September 15th. Originally just a week-long celebration declared by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968, was later extended to a full month in 1988 by President Ronald Regan. Honduras, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and El Salvador all share the
SNAHC Responds To Medi-Cal Eligibility & Renewal Process
Sacramento, California – July 31, 2023— Historically, our communities were built on a foundation of interdependence and generosity. Our communities lived in balance with our environment and were guided by each of the four seasons to achieve sustainability (health) and feed (nurture) our people. Each changing season brought about new
Care, Community, Culture Hits South Sacramento
Sacramento, California – July 12, 2023— The Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) has officially opened a full-service health center at 3800 Florin Road in South Sacramento. This is the third SNAHC location including another full-service clinic on J Street in Midtown and a School-based Health Center at Grant Union