Medicare is a health insurance program provided by the federal government for qualifying individuals, including people over the age of 65, those with certain disabilities, and individuals with end-stage kidney disease. Some people may confuse Medicaid and Medicare programs — the primary difference between the two is that Medicaid is
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Healthy Tips for Health Education Week
It’s National Health Education Week and we want to highlight the importance of healthy practices. To be a well-rounded healthy person, you need to take care of both your physical and mental health needs. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has changed the ways we’re able to care for our physical health. As we
SNAHC CEO NAMED CALIFORNIA PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATION CHAIR-ELECT
Sacramento, California – October 15, 2020 – The California Primary Care Association (CPCA) announced this week that Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) Chief Executive Office Britta Guerrero (San Carlos Apache) will serve as the 2020/21 Board of Directors Chair-Elect. She is the first Native American elected to serve in
LGBTQ2S Suicide Prevention
Statistics show that the risk of suicide is higher for people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, or Two Spirit (LGBTQ2S). In addition, factors such as homophobia, isolation, and rejection increase the risk of suicide. An individual’s risk can be decreased if they are connected to their culture
Jason Towey joins Sacramento Native American Health Center as new Chief Financial Officer
Sacramento, California – September 9th, 2020 – Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) is pleased to announce Jason Towey as the new Chief Financial Officer. Jason is a seasoned professional with 20 years of experience in non-profit business administration, including 6 years in healthcare finance management. Jason comes to SNAHC
Free Census Events
Haven’t filled out your census yet? Time is running out to get it done. Come join us at one or all three of our series of events throughout Sacramento and get counted. SNAHC will be out and about at three parks over the next few weekends with tablets available for
Abuse Victims Face Increased Risk Amid the Global Pandemic
The global coronavirus pandemic is changing life and society as we know it. Business and school closures, job layoffs, and mandatory lockdowns are just a few of the implications of this viral contagion that leaves individuals who are already vulnerable at an even greater risk of suffering. As the pandemic
Be Kind to Your Mind: 10 Tips to Curb Your Stress
*Author Annaleis Michel, age 17, is a Native Youth Ambassador and member of the Ione Band of Miwok Indians.* Let’s talk about mental health. Mental health is something that affects people of all ages – it doesn’t matter who you are, it could affect you. According to the Child Mind
Introduction To Zoom Appointments
As we navigate this period of social distancing and building closures, SNAHC is still here and prepared to do what it takes to provide you with the care you need. That is why we have started doing telehealth appointments over Zoom. If you’ve never used Zoom before, that’s okay! To
Anthony Taula-Lieras Join SNAHC As The New Community Health Director
Sacramento, California – April 16, 2020 – Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) is proud to announce Anthony Taula-Lieras as the new Director of the Community Health Department, which will house Youth Initiative programs and grants. Anthony comes to SNAHC with a unique blend of experience in Primary and Behavioral Health Care Integration, Mental