Some people may have experience with coming to the brink of an overdose. For them and their families it was most likely a very scary time in their lives when things got out of control. But as we learn more about opioids, we have learned that we can prevent an opioid overdose. The important thing is to be educated and …
School’s out, the kids are home, and families everywhere are preparing to celebrate the upcoming holidays—this is the perfect time for you to spend quality time with your family. Here are some useful tips on being purposeful and maximizing the gift of spending time together. BE PRESENT: We’re all bombarded with distractions—work, chores, phone calls, changing the car oil, and …
Wellness and Prevention assisted in a new event to promote Healthy Living, called the Mind, Body, Soul event. It was a three day event from August 12-14, 2022 that took place in Galena. The Scavenger Hunt (Mind) included a Helmet Safety presentation and one of the tasks to do for the scavenger hunt, was to get head measurements to know what size helmet …
While you are at the range or in the field this moose season, be sure to make safety your main priority by following the five rules of gun safety: Always treat a gun as if it is loaded. Keep your finger off the trigger and out of the trigger guard until ready to shoot. Keep the gun pointed in a …
There are certain factors to watch out for that may put a loved one at a greater risk for addiction. It is important to keep in mind that risk factors do not determine a person’s path, instead, it provides a general gauge as to the likelihood of drug use or susceptibility to addiction. Understanding the risk factors is also very …
Ashley Powe is Unangan and a tribal member of the Agdaagux Tribe of King Cove. Ashley became a part of the Tanana Chiefs Conference team in 2015 working for the Behavioral Health Division. Ashley has built a fulfilling career with Tanana Chiefs Conference by growing within the organization. Ashley has served as a Behavioral Health Administrative Assistant, Outpatient Behavioral Health …
Spring is here! It’s time for parents and youth to start planting some healthy roots this spring. Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) – Partnership for Success (PFS), The Indigenous Wellness Academy (IWA) and the Youth Wellness Warriors (YWW) would like to help families build new healthy traditions. Our programs would like to encourage families to participate in cultural traditions, consistent communication, …
Time to continue traditions, or maybe start a new healthy hobby! Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) – Partnership for Success (PFS), The Indigenous Wellness Academy (IWA) and the Youth Wellness Warriors (YWW) would like to help families build new healthy traditions. Our programs would like to encourage families to participate in cultural traditions, consistent communication, and healthy interacting. SPF PFS program’s …
Navigating life as a parent can be difficult. This past year we have been experiencing a worldwide pandemic that may have increased stressors for parents and their children. During these times supporting one another through parenthood can increase positive outcomes for everyone in the family. Building a team with friends and family will contribute to a child’s healthy development. There …
A part of the Indigenous Wellness Academy – TCC Youth Wellness Warriors Track The Leadership through Arts Training will team up youth with professionally trained Artists from all over the world.Teams will be divided into four clans. Each clan will learn expressions and influence through different art such as Hip-Hop, Professional Dance, multimedia, movement, and Culture.The one month training will …