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Health Dept

The San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe

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San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe

Health Department

A tribal-government department dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of San Juan Southern Paiute tribal members and the surrounding community across Tuba City, Navajo Mountain, Cowsprings, and Hidden Springs.

Our Mission

To provide accessible, high-quality health programs and promote wellness through prevention, education, and community engagement.

Our Vision

To achieve the highest standard of health and well-being for the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe through comprehensive, culturally sensitive health services.

Strategic Plan

Four goals guiding our work

The Health Department’s strategic plan organizes our priorities into four interlocking goals, each with concrete objectives we are working toward on behalf of the community.

1

Improve Access to Healthcare Services

  • 1.1 Expand fitness hours to accommodate more tribal members and general community members.
  • 1.2 Increase the number of healthcare providers, including mental health therapist and alcohol and substance abuse program specialist.
  • 1.3 Implement telehealth services, in particular psychiatric care to reach remote areas.
2

Enhance Preventative Health Programs

  • 2.1 Develop and implement community health education programs on nutrition, exercise, and disease prevention.
  • 2.2 Increase vaccination rates through outreach and education.
  • 2.3 Conduct regular health screenings and wellness checks through coordination of the Community Health Representative program.
3

Strengthen Community Engagement

  • 3.1 Establish a tribal health advisory board with community members to provide input and feedback.
  • 3.2 Organize community health fairs and events to promote health awareness.
  • 3.3 Foster partnerships with local schools, businesses, and organizations to support tribal health initiatives.
4

Improve Health Outcomes

  • 4.1 Implement chronic disease management programs for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
  • 4.2 Monitor and evaluate health data to identify and address health disparities.
  • 4.3 Provide behavioral health services and support for substance abuse prevention and treatment.

Programs & Services

What we offer

A growing set of clinical, preventative, and community programs designed around the needs of tribal members and the broader community we serve.

Community Health Representatives

Routine home visits and field outreach connecting tribal members to clinical and preventative care.

Fitness Center

Open to tribal members and the broader Tuba City community. Strength, cardio, and group movement.

Health Education

Workshops and materials on nutrition, exercise, disease prevention, and vaccination outreach.

Telehealth Services

Remote clinical visits including psychiatric care, designed to reach members in remote service areas.

Expanding

Behavioral Health Support

Counseling and crisis support, with growing access to licensed mental-health therapists.

Expanding

Chronic Disease Management

Care coordination for diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and related conditions.

Coming

Implementation

Path forward

A multi-year plan to strengthen access, expand programs, and improve outcomes for our community.

Short-Term

Year 1

Expand Fitness Center hours, launch telehealth services, and begin community health education programs.

Medium-Term

Years 2–3

Increase vaccination rates, establish a tribal health advisory board, and implement chronic disease management programs.

Long-Term

Years 4–5

Achieve measurable improvements in health outcomes and sustain community engagement efforts.

Visit Us

Hours, location, and service area

Operating Hours

Health Department
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Fitness Center
Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Service Area

  • Tuba City
  • Navajo Mountain
  • Cowsprings
  • Hidden Springs

Location

San Juan Southern Paiute Health Department 67 NW Maple St.
Tuba City, AZ 86045