Northwest Narrative Medicine Collaborative

The Northwest Portland Area Indian Health Board (NPAIHB) is an organization that works to improve the health and well-being of Native American tribes in the states of Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. They provide a range of services and programs, including clinical services, data and epidemiology services, health promotion initiatives, research support, and maternal and child health initiatives. With active membership from all 43 Northwest Indian tribes, the NPAIHB is uniquely qualified to address the specific health needs of Native communities and promote tribal self-governance and sovereignty. The NPAIHB collaborates with premier academic health research institutes, such as the Oregon Health Science University and Portland State University, to offer research training opportunities for Native American researchers. They also support tribal Maternal and Child Health initiatives through community-based research projects, data analysis, technical assistance, and resource coordination. Additionally, the NPAIHB strives to increase vaccine confidence and childhood immunization rates in Tribal communities through their Native Boost program. Overall, the NPAIHB plays a crucial role in advocating for the health and well-being of Native American tribes in the Northwest region.Generated from the website

Founded in 1970 in Portland, Oregon, the Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, INC is an Indian- owned, Indian-operated, non-profit agency. Originally an outpatient substance abuse treatment center, NARA NW now operates a residential family treatment center, an outpatient treatment center, a family resource program, transitional housing for Native women and children, a primary health care clinic and the soon to open Totem Lodge which will serve as the mental health resource location. All services are centered on the family as it is NARA NW's philosophy that, without the family circle there will be no future. Traditional Indian culture and spirituality have always been an integral part of NARA NW's services. In recognition of our service to American Indian and Alaska Natives, NARA NW has been honored with a sacred pipe, a totem pole, sacred fire circle, and a drum. The pipe and drum continue to be used in our sacred ceremonies; the totem pole stands at the entrance of our residential facility. It is our philosophy to honor and support the emotional, physical, spiritual and mental health of our Indian people.