Native America Calling

Three tribes are taking over the failing Sioux San hospital in Rapid City South Dakota from Indian Health Service . The hospital had closed its emergency room and was placed on the “immediate jeopardy” list by CMS. After enduring years of substandard care, the tribes believe the best way forward is through a 638 contract under the Indian Self Determination Act. The Great Plains Tribal Chairman’s Health Board will head up the move with support from the Cheyenne River, Oglala and Rosebud Sioux tribes. But the process of moving from an IHS facility to a Tribal Health Provider (638) is complex and sometimes costly.

Three tribes are taking over the failing Sioux San hospital in Rapid City South Dakota from Indian Health Service . The hospital had closed its emergency room and was placed on the “immediate jeopardy” list by CMS. After enduring years of substandard care, the tribes believe the best way forward is through a 638 contract under the Indian Self Determination Act. The Great Plains Tribal Chairman’s Health Board will head up the move with support from the Cheyenne River, Oglala and Rosebud Sioux tribes. But the process of moving from an IHS facility to a Tribal Health Provider (638) is complex and sometimes costly.

The Navajo Nation primary is Tuesday. Voters will narrow down the 18 candidates for president to two. The Rosebud Sioux Tribal general election is underway and remains open through Friday. Those are two of the notable tribal elections taking place. In each case, tribal elections provide an opportunity to bring in new voices, or to stay with old favorites. They can also be contentious—even to the point of calling in outside observers to ensure a fair and credible. We look at some key tribal elections and talk with a former candidate about what goes into a campaign.

The Navajo Nation primary is Tuesday. Voters will narrow down the 18 candidates for president to two. The Rosebud Sioux Tribal general election is underway and remains open through Friday. Those are two of the notable tribal elections taking place. In each case, tribal elections provide an opportunity to bring in new voices, or to stay with old favorites. They can also be contentious—even to the point of calling in outside observers to ensure a fair and credible. We look at some key tribal elections and talk with a former candidate about what goes into a campaign.

The Navajo Nation primary is Tuesday. Voters will narrow down the 18 candidates for president to two. The Rosebud Sioux Tribal general election is underway and remains open through Friday. Those are two of the notable tribal elections taking place. In each case, tribal elections provide an opportunity to bring in new voices, or to stay with old favorites. They can also be contentious—even to the point of calling in outside observers to ensure a fair and credible. We look at some key tribal elections and talk with a former candidate about what goes into a campaign.

Thomas X turned to composing hip-hop songs to cope with the aftermath of the Red Lake school shooting. Hip-hop helped Tall Paul connect to his language and restore his identity. Those are two of the stories of resilience through song portrayed in the Indigefi audio documentary “Definition of Resilience”. We’ll talk to the producers and hear from those who found healing through music.

Thomas X turned to composing hip-hop songs to cope with the aftermath of the Red Lake school shooting. Hip-hop helped Tall Paul connect to his language and restore his identity. Those are two of the stories of resilience through song portrayed in the Indigefi audio documentary “Definition of Resilience”. We’ll talk to the producers and hear from those who found healing through music.

Thomas X turned to composing hip-hop songs to cope with the aftermath of the Red Lake school shooting. Hip-hop helped Tall Paul connect to his language and restore his identity. Those are two of the stories of resilience through song portrayed in the Indigefi audio documentary “Definition of Resilience”. We’ll talk to the producers and hear from those who found healing through music.

For decades, various studies have confirmed that volunteering is good for you. It has measurable health benefits like lowering stress and increasing a sense of purpose. It’s also good for Native communities. Many tribal organizations call on volunteers to fulfill their missions and help people—from feeding elders to increasing literacy. The Cherokee Nation has a volunteer program to help elders around the house. Many reservations have volunteer programs to collect and distribute donated food.

For decades, various studies have confirmed that volunteering is good for you. It has measurable health benefits like lowering stress and increasing a sense of purpose. It’s also good for Native communities. Many tribal organizations call on volunteers to fulfill their missions and help people—from feeding elders to increasing literacy. The Cherokee Nation has a volunteer program to help elders around the house. Many reservations have volunteer programs to collect and distribute donated food.