Native Americans for Community Action, Inc. (NACA) originated in the late 1960s, as a place for Native American individuals to eat, rest, visit and receive various health services. In 1969, the newly established “Indian Center Organization” (now known as NACA) began fundraising and building support … [Read more...] about NACA Evolved from ‘Resting Place’ to Healthy Community
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NACA Assists Future Community Leaders, Promotes Education on Indigenous Issues
The Indian Citizenship Act of 1924 granted citizenship to all Native Americans born within the territorial limits of the United States. Individual Native Americans needed to belong to their tribe to have a right to land and communal property. Previously, Native Americans would be given citizenship … [Read more...] about NACA Assists Future Community Leaders, Promotes Education on Indigenous Issues
NACA Providing Guidance to a Healthy Lifestyle
The Native Americans for Community Action, Inc. (NACA) Health Promotion programs and Wellness Center are designed to enhance services provided through NACA’s Family Health Center and from surrounding healthcare facilities. Patients are referred by their medical provider and encouraged to take … [Read more...] about NACA Providing Guidance to a Healthy Lifestyle
Guiding Native American Youth Through Pathways
The Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) Pathways Youth Program is a substance use prevention program tailored to Native American youth and their families in the Flagstaff community who can benefit from a supportive and nurturing environment. Pathways provides information and education on … [Read more...] about Guiding Native American Youth Through Pathways
Oak Creek Overlook Artisan Market Adds to Cultural Exchange
In 1988, NACA was awarded a grant from the Administration for Native Americans (ANA) to develop a Native American arts and crafts vendor project. This vendor project is known as the Oak Creek Overlook Artisan Market. Prior to establishing the vendor project, Native Americans attempted to sell … [Read more...] about Oak Creek Overlook Artisan Market Adds to Cultural Exchange
Promoting Programs that Prevent Suicide
Native Americans for Community Action’s Reach Ur Life is a youth suicide prevention program that has been creating a suicide-safer community in Flagstaff for more than a decade. The program provides suicide prevention resources and trainings for various organizations and communities, specifically … [Read more...] about Promoting Programs that Prevent Suicide
Striving to Attain Balance, Harmony, Growth, Resilience
NACA’s Community Development Department believes in the philosophy that all people are connected. They utilize holistic approaches to help guests and patients attain balance, harmony, growth and resilience. The Community Development team recognizes the strength of the community and uses those voices … [Read more...] about Striving to Attain Balance, Harmony, Growth, Resilience
NACA Delivers Healthcare Services to Native and Non-Native People
Located at the Cedar Plaza in Flagstaff, Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community healthcare organization dedicated to preventive care and whole-body wellness. The NACA Family Health Center provides quality health care to all who seek it: Native and non-Native … [Read more...] about NACA Delivers Healthcare Services to Native and Non-Native People
Caring for Body and Mind
There is no denying the connection between the mind and body. A large number of doctor visits in the United States are related to behavioral health needs, as well as physical needs. Many individuals receiving care for physical health conditions may also require care for behavioral health conditions … [Read more...] about Caring for Body and Mind
Suicide Prevention Conference Designed to Change Statistics
Suicide continues to be one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Suicide crosses all cultures, ethnic groups and races, social circles and financial statuses. It is estimated that one in every six individuals contemplates suicide some time in their life. This number is significantly … [Read more...] about Suicide Prevention Conference Designed to Change Statistics
