activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 9
- Administer patient registration and eligibility determination Medical Records Request ProcessingManages patient onboarding by requiring new patients to complete registration and submit documentation, which is reviewed within two to three business days to determine eligibility, with expedited processing available for medical emergencies.
- Conduct community health education and outreach programs Community Health Education & Wellness PromotionEngages the community through prevention education, elder services, injury prevention programs, in-market nutrition education sessions, and annual events such as Caring for Kidney Day to promote wellness and disease prevention.
- Deliver Tribal family support and child welfare collaboration Foster Care Support for Tribal and Special Needs YouthProvides culturally responsive family services including assistance with dependency court attendance, transportation, Indian expert testimony, case plan development, and coordination with Child Welfare Services for Tribal families.
- Deliver comprehensive medical and dental care to Native American communities Mobile and Fixed Community Medical ClinicsProvides family medicine, pediatrics, same-day care, specialty clinics, general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, and orthodontics services to 9 consortium tribes in San Diego's North County Region through fixed and mobile facilities. Has delivered these services since 1970, operating state-of-the-art health centers including a 51,000 sq ft facility on the Rincon Reservation and a 6,100 sq ft center in Santa Ysabel.
- Host community wellness and empowerment events Adaptive Social and Recreational ProgramsOrganizes regular community-building events such as weekly Women's Empowerment Circle, 'Ain't No Hood Like Motherhood' sessions, Crafternoon events, and workshops on career development topics like the film industry to foster connection, creativity, and personal growth.
- Host special community events and clinics Veteran Commemoration and Memorial EventsOrganizes annual and one-time events such as the Veterans Christmas Breakfast and free drive-thru flu vaccine clinics to serve specific community needs and honor Tribal members.
- Operate pharmacy services with public health components Community Pharmacy ServicesRuns an on-site pharmacy offering prescription dispensing, pharmacist consultations, naloxone distribution, and prescription disposal services to support patient safety and opioid harm reduction.
- Provide behavioral health and substance use recovery services Substance Use Disorder TreatmentOffers outpatient behavioral health services including individual and group therapy, medication management, and psychological assessments, along with Recovery Life Skills Classes to support mental health and recovery from substance use.
- Provide community resource navigation Financial Assistance for Therapy AccessOffers a community resource guide that connects youth, seniors, families, and individuals to programs addressing mental health, substance abuse, and general wellness.
research · 1
- Conduct health and wellness research in partnership with universities Community Needs Assessment & ResearchCarries out research projects on health and wellness topics in collaboration with local universities to inform practice and improve community health outcomes.
strategies · 12
how they think
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- Community Bonding Through Creative Activities community_bonding_through_creative_activitiesFosters community connection and self-empowerment among women through regular creative crafts and gatherings, leveraging cultural expression as a wellness tool.
- Community-Academic Partnership community_academic_partnershipAdvances tribal health knowledge and research capacity through collaborative partnerships with universities, integrating community priorities with academic rigor.
- Culturally-Integrated Care culturally-integrated careCombines modern medical practices with traditional cultural healing methods to deliver health programs that are respectful of and responsive to Native cultural values and beliefs.
- Healthy Relationships Education healthy_relationships_educationSupports youth wellness by teaching mutual respect, consent, and healthy communication skills as foundational elements of relationship development and emotional health.
- Injury Prevention Through Safety Training injury prevention through safety trainingReduces preventable injuries among ATV riders through targeted safety education, addressing a specific public health risk in the community.
- Integrated Care Model integrated_care_modelUnifies medical, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services within a culturally and spiritually respectful framework, emphasizing patient-centered care, community engagement, and system integration to improve health outcomes.
- Native Workforce Development Native workforce developmentTrains and supports Native individuals in healthcare careers and research pathways to strengthen tribal health systems and promote self-determination in health service delivery.
- Patient-Centered Medical and Dental Home patient-centered medical homeDelivers accessible, comprehensive, team-based primary care that centers the patient, improving continuity and quality of care across medical and dental disciplines.
- Personalized Wellness and Self-Care personalized_wellnessPromotes behavioral health and wellness through education that emphasizes individualized self-care strategies and personal responsibility in healing and prevention.
- Recovery Life Skills recovery life skillsSupports recovery and long-term well-being by teaching practical life skills that promote independence, resilience, and personal growth.
- Resource Centralization resource_centralizationEnhances access to essential services by compiling and organizing community resources into a centralized, comprehensive guide for ease of use and navigation.
- Tribal Eligibility Verification tribal_eligibility_verificationEnsures services are accessible to enrolled members of Federally Recognized or California State Recognized Tribes by verifying tribal linkage, supporting sovereignty and targeted care delivery.
named programs · 15
what they call their work
Behavioral Health
Delivers outpatient care including individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and psychological assessments
Behavioral Health Department
Provides Outpatient Care including individual therapy, group therapy, medication management, and psychological assessments.
Community Resource & Event Guide
Provides links to programs and resources for youth, seniors, families, mental health, substance abuse, and general wellness.
Dental Department
Offers General Dentistry, Pediatric Dentistry, Endodontics, and Orthodontics.
Dental Services
Offers general dentistry, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, and orthodontics
Health Promotion Department
Conducts community education and outreach including prevention education, elder services, and injury prevention programs
Medical Department
Provides Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Same Day Care, and Specialty Clinics.
Medical Services
Provides family medicine, pediatrics, same-day care, and specialty clinics at Rincon and Santa Ysabel Health Centers
Mobile Medical Unit (MMU)
Travels monthly to consortium tribal reservations to provide basic medical services
Peace Between Partners
Offers resources and support related to teen dating violence awareness and sexual assault awareness, including women's empowerment circles.
Pharmacy
Provides pharmacist consultations, naloxone dispensing, prescription disposal, and medication management
Pharmacy Department
Offers Pharmacist consultations, Naloxone Dispensary, and Prescription Disposal Drop Box services.
Research and Student Development
Conducts health research in partnership with universities and promotes Native student development in healthcare fields
Research and Student Development (RSD)
Conducts health research projects and offers student development programs, including the CA-NARCH initiative.
Tribal Family Services
Supports families in dependency court, provides transportation, expert testimony, case planning, and collaboration with Child Welfare Services
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care Government — Accredits IHC and renewed Patient-Centered Home status for Medical and Dental Departments in 2021.
- Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care Government — Accredits IHC as a Patient-Centered Home for Medical and Dental Departments
- Indian Health Service Funder — Funds IHC as a California Native American Research Center for Health (CA-NARCH).
- Indian Health Service Funder — Funds IHC as part of the California Native American Research Center for Health (CA-NARCH)
- Indian Health Service Government — Licensed and supported as a California Native Research Center for Health.
- Indian Health Service Government — Recognized IHC as “Most Outstanding Rural Indian Health Program in California” in 1992.
- National Institutes for Health Funder — Funds IHC as part of the California Native American Research Center for Health (CA-NARCH)
- National Institutes of Health Funder — Cofunds IHC as a California Native American Research Center for Health (CA-NARCH) alongside Indian Health Service.
- National Institutes of Health Government — Co-licensing and supporting the organization as a California Native Research Center for Health.
- Rincon Market Partner — Collaborates with Rincon Market to deliver nutrition education in community settings.
- SDPI Partner — Collaborates with SDPI on kidney health initiatives such as Caring for Kidney Day.
- local universities Partner — Collaborates with IHC’s Research and Student Development Department on health and wellness research projects.