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AIHSC Receives Cook County Grant for Domestic Violence

October is  Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are proud to announce that American Indian Health Service of Chicago has received a grant from Cook County. Under the Cook County Domestic Violence Intervention & Support Services Initiative, we will be able to...

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Back To School Clinic

Back To School Clinic

BACK TO SCHOOL CLINIC ALL MONTH OF AUGUST  • 9:00 AM - 3:30 PMAmerican Indian Health Service of Chicago • 4326 W. Montrose Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 No Cost/Low Cost School Physicals and Immunizations It's Back To School Time! And that means children are due for...

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GONA Resiliency Empowerment Summit

GONA Resiliency Empowerment Summit

GONA Resiliency Empowerment Summit 3 Days of Ceremony, Community & Connections • June 28th, 29th & 30thMathew Bieszcsat Volunteer Resource Center • 6100 N. Central Ave Chicago, IL 60646 About GONA We offer presentations, workshops & ceremonies that provide a forum and...

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Summer Meals Program

Summer Meals Program

A Summer Meals Program For Children Free healthy and nutritious summer meals are available for children (18 and under) when school is out. The Rise & Shine Illinois campaign is a partnership between Share Our Strength, the nation’s leading child anti-hunger...

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Diabetes Prevention Program

Diabetes Prevention Program

Join A FREE Diabetes Prevention Class! Visit aihschgo.org, to learn more or to enroll. Classes starting June 16, 2023. The FREE Diabetes Prevention Program offers you: • A year-long coach to guide and encourage you • Skills and information to lose weight, be more...

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Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month When it comes to mental health, small actions equal big impact. If you are worried about your mental health or are worried about someone you know, there are resources and people out there who are willing to help, no matter what...

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Dial 988 For Mental Health Emergency

Dial 988 For Mental Health Emergency

Coming to Indian Country: 988 and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Why do we need 988?Suicide is the second leading cause of death for Native youth ages 10-24. Native communities experience the highest rates of suicide amongst all racial and ethnic groups in...

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Special Education Rights Webinar

Special Education Rights Webinar

Join Us For A Special Education Rights Webinar March 16th, 2pm (CST) The webinar is entitled "Navigating the IEP and 504 Process - Special Education Rights Webinar". The meeting is open to the community and the event is FREE! Space is limited. Family Resource Center...

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Four Direction Fitness

Four Direction Fitness

We've Got A New Look! How About You? 4D Fitness Is Closed This Week, Returning on Wednesdays 5:30pm-8:30pm and Sundays from 10am-3pm beginning April 23rd. Sarina DiMaso leads workout training sessions. She has received certification as a personal fitness trainer with...

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In Memoriam – Father Peter J. Powell

In Memoriam – Father Peter J. Powell

Fr. Peter J. Powell • July 2, 1928 - December 15, 2022 Beloved Father Peter J. Powell, who devoted his life to the service of Native American people, died peacefully in his home in Chicago on December 15, surrounded by his family. He was 94 years old. A Beloved...

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