Mental Health Tips: Ending the Year with Intention 

Article by Martin Melgoza, Psy.D.
Lead Behavioral Health Clinician
December 19, 2024

 

 

As the end of the year approaches, so do the holidays and celebrations. For some, it is a time of reflection on the struggles and success in the last year.

Spice Up the Holidays With This Low-Sugar Gingerbread Loaf

It’s the holiday season and what’s more festive than a tasty loaf of gingerbread? Now you may be thinking, “Isn’t gingerbread a cookie?” Let us tell you, this bread version from the Diabetes Food Hub brings all the flavor of the cookie all while being a great low-sugar option for a holiday treat.

$2,500 Scholarship Now Available Through the April Moore Memorial Scholarship Program

Do you know an American Indian student attending or planning to attend college? Or maybe they are participating in a vocation or career training program? They won’t want to miss this news! Chapa-De is currently accepting applications for the April Moore Memorial Scholarship and new this year, students interested in healthcare careers can receive up to $2,500!

A Recipe “Rooted” in Flavor: Roasted Root Vegetables With Mustard Seed Vinaigrette

It’s November which means it’s Native American Heritage Month and Thanksgiving is just around the corner.  In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, we are sharing this tasty, savory side dish from the award-winning cookbook, The Mitsitam Café Cookbook. In partnership with the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of the American Indian,

The Medicine of Mother Drum Ishka

An Excerpt from Chapa-De News: November 2024

Article by Aimee Sagan
Communications Manager
Contributer to Chapa-De News

 

The strong rhythmic beat of mother drum Ishka and the song of the intertribal women who sit around her brings forth one of the best medicines,

Are Vaccines Safe?

Article verified for accuracy by Dr. Alinea Stevens, MD
Physician/Medical Director
October 31, 2024

 

Article verified for accuracy by Julie Davis, RN
Maternal Child Health Program Director
October 31, 2024

 

Local Holiday Meal & Gift Resources 

An Excerpt from Chapa-De News: November 2024

The winter season can bring added expenses. These trusted resources can be helpful if you are on a tight budget:  

Native stocking stuffers under $25

Placer County Meal &

Please Join Us In Welcoming Our New Family Medicine Providers

Now accepting new patients for medical care! Please join us in welcoming our new family medicine providers.

Chapa-De is excited to welcome, Dr. Marisa Pinto, Dr. Paula Rincon, and Dr. Jacqulyne Sylvia to our Medical team. With their support, we are proud to be accepting new medical patients to our Auburn and Grass Valley health centers.

What is the point of flossing?

Article verified for accuracy by Christina Cox, RDH
Lead Registered Dental Hygienist
September 25, 2024

 

Are you half of all Americans who don’t floss? If you are, there are some good reasons to start. Your oral health, meaning your teeth,

Celebrating Recovery: September is National Recovery Month

Article verified for accuracy by Shellie Rogers, BSN, RN
Nurse Case Manager for Substance Use Disorders
September 18, 2024

 

September is National Recovery Month! It is also a time to look back and see how far you have come. No matter if you have just received your 10-year chip or are even just starting on your recovery journey,

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