Our 2021 Annual Report tells the story of Seattle Indian Health Board’s impact over the course of the year as well as our big plans for the future. Inside, you will find messages from our leadership, announcements of milestones and policy wins, reflections on our core values, and the strategies with which we’ll achieve our … Continue reading 2021 Annual Report
Relative to Relative: Dr. Socia Love-Thurman (Cherokee/Delaware/Yuchi)
When Dr. Socia Love-Thurman (Cherokee/Delaware/Yuchi) first set foot in Seattle Indian Health Board as a prospective resident, she had no idea she’d still be here eight years later, let alone as the organization’s Chief Health Officer.
Clarifying Masking Guidance
Recently, federal and state governments have been fully or partially lifting mask mandates. In Washington state, masks are still required in healthcare facilities, on public transportation, and in rideshare vehicles. However, they are no longer required in other indoor or outdoor public spaces You will still need to wear a mask when you visit our … Continue reading Clarifying Masking Guidance
Recent COVID-19 Testing Changes
We have made some changes to the way we are handling COVID-19 testing in our clinic! These changes will help streamline the appointment-making process as well as keep you and our staff safer from the spread of COVID-19. COVID-19 testing appointments We have created a dedicated phone line for making an appointment to get a … Continue reading Recent COVID-19 Testing Changes
Please welcome our new Chief Culture Officer, Shelley Means (Ojibwe/Lakota)!
Please welcome the newest member of our Executive Leadership Team: Shelley Means (Ojibwe/Lakota), Chief Culture Officer! Shelley joins us after years of service to our community health center as a member of the Board of Directors and is stepping down from the Board to join our staff. As Chief Culture Officer , Shelley will lead … Continue reading Please welcome our new Chief Culture Officer, Shelley Means (Ojibwe/Lakota)!
Clinic software upgrade – expect delays and come prepared
Starting Dec. 7, 2021, Seattle Indian Health Board will be using a new electronic health record system to complete essential tasks like check-ins, charting, scheduling, billing, etc. This software upgrade will make it easier to communicate with your providers and for your providers to communicate with each other. It will also enable us to more effectively gather every piece of your health puzzle in … Continue reading Clinic software upgrade – expect delays and come prepared
Gathering of Native Americans: A Free Youth Wellness Retreat from July 27–29
Seattle Indian Health Board’s Youth Gathering of Native AmericansVirtual Indigenous wellness retreat for Native youth (ages 14–19) focusing on values of belonging, mastery, interdependence, and generosity. July 27–29 | 12:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m. Youth GONA provides Native youth (ages 14–19) a framework to examine historical trauma and its impact. The curriculum incorporates the four values of … Continue reading Gathering of Native Americans: A Free Youth Wellness Retreat from July 27–29
Join us on April 24 for a special Pfizer vaccination event!
Update on April 23, 2021: This event is now open to all people, ages 16 and older. On Saturday, April 24, we are holding a special Pfizer vaccination event at our Pediatric Clinic and Family Health Fair to serve Native youth ages 16 to 19 with a limited supply of Pfizer vaccines. Reserve Your Spot … Continue reading Join us on April 24 for a special Pfizer vaccination event!
Expanding vaccine eligibility at SIHB
As of Monday, February 1, Seattle Indian Health Board has entered a new phase of our vaccine distribution plan. All relatives, ages 50 and older, are eligible for the vaccine—regardless of race, ethnicity, tribal affiliation, or health status. Please note that we cannot make exceptions for relatives who are not yet eligible to receive the … Continue reading Expanding vaccine eligibility at SIHB
COVID-19 Vaccine at Seattle Indian Health Board
Last week, we received our first shipment of the Moderna Vaccine for COVID-19. We encourage relatives to safeguard their health and safety by being vaccinated, and are excited to offer the vaccine at our clinic. The vaccine will be distributed in multiple phases. Frontline workers will be among first to receive the vaccine. This includes our staff … Continue reading COVID-19 Vaccine at Seattle Indian Health Board