play an important role in every tribal health
program. As the “first line of defense,” CHRs can both
spot critical problems before they become serious, and as trained
professional, can help patients as first responders in emergency
situations. As a group of dedicated individuals, they work to fulfill
specific tribal needs and work as liaisons between the Indian Health
Service (IHS) and the community. They refer patients, help the health
clinics gain community support and, most importantly, increase the
quality of life for those they care for.
Tobacco Prevention Specialist:
Increase Community Capacity for Tobacco Control;
Prevent Initiation of Tobacco Use;
Promoting Quitting of Tobacco Use; and
Eliminate Exposure of Secondhand Smoke
Teresa Brown, CMA/CLC
WIC Certifier
509 634 2960 Nespelem
509 634 7331 Keller
Cell: 509 322 7961
Schedule: 4th Wednesday of the Month
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Women, Infant & Children:
The mission of the WIC program is to improve the lifelong health
and nutrition of women, infants, and young children in Washington
State. WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new
mothers, and young children eat well, learn about nutrition and
stay healthy. Nutrition education and counseling, nutritious foods,
and assistance with access to health care are provided to low-income
women, infants, and children.
Teresa is also a certifier Lactation Specialist and she can assist
with questions on breastfeeding.
Hope Achenbach
Public Health Nurse (PHN)
509 634 7325
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Thursday
Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Public Health Nurse:
Provide skilled nursing services to individuals and families through
referrals from Indian Health Services and other Tribal programs.
Nursing services include assessment, counseling, teaching and follow-up
by way of home visits, individual and group conferences. Provide
direct health education and activities for individuals and groups.
Goal is to improve quality of life and increase the health life
span of Tribal members. PHN is a Certifier CPR, First Aid and HIV/Aids
Trainer.
All staff of Tribal Health does:
• Maternal Support Services: Public Health Nurses and CHRs provide
casement management and maternity support services to assist Medicaid
eligible pregnant women to access medical care and provide preventative
health services to promote a healthy birth outcome.
• Breastfeeding Mentoring: The breastfeeding mentors can help
with common breastfeeding issues such as nursing positions, questions
about pumping and storing, and provide support moms and dads need to
make breastfeeding a success. Mentors are available to nursing mothers,
as well as partners, families, prospective parents, health professionals,
and institutions seeking to better educate new mothers about the benefits
of breastfeeding.
