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2609, 2020

Reflections on Native American Day, COVID, Fires

RM Ambrose/ September 26, 2020/ Uncategorized/ 0 comments

Yesterday was Native American Day (recognized here in Calif. and also in South Dakota), honoring their legacy and contributions. This year’s theme is “Healing Nations – Protecting Elders, Women, and Children.” Native Americans foster vibrant communities, but many also face serious challenges. Today I am thinking of the double impact of COVID and fires, on top of the existing obstacles

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0712, 2019

New Tribal Health Program for Inland Empire

RM Ambrose/ December 7, 2019/ Uncategorized

US Rep. Pete Aguilar recently shared that the non-profit Riverside-San Bernardino County Indian Health, Inc. (RSBCIHI) will receive $720,000 from the Department of Justice to establish a services program for victims of crime. “Too often, our tribal communities aren’t granted the resources they need to access high-quality medical care, including mental health care. The establishment of a victims’ services program

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