Mental Health
Historical trauma and current day-to-day issues have significantly impacted our tribal communities,leading to a loss of traditional values and core beliefs. Although prevention and treatment services areavailable, they are geared towards the general population; therefore, lack culturally appropriate servicesavailable to ourpeople.AICA’s mental health programs help American Indian and Alaska Native communities identify andaddress the behavioral health needs of Tribal members by focusing on preventionto reduce suicidalbehaviors, mental illness, substance misuse and trauma, and helping our youth transition intoadulthood.
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For Program Participants:
Case management and referrals related to mental health
Financial assistance for mental health services
Community-based and cultural events and activities
Eligibility Requirements:
Uninsured or underinsured
Tribal ID, Certificated Degree of Indian Blood (CDIB), or Tribal Enrollment Letter from a federally recognized Tribe
Provide mental health support by facilitating a collaboration amongst Culturally Appropriate service providers
For the Community At - Large
Training mental health professionals in the crisis continuum on cultural competency and holisticapproaches to wellness to improve service delivery for Tribal members seeking care
Partnering with stakeholders to spread awareness on suicide and mental health disparities in theAI/AN community.
Foster sense of belonging and community for Tribal members in Arkansas
Health and Wellness Steering Committee
A committee of American Indian and Alaska Native individualsand community partners andallies who are dedicated to improving the health and wellness of Tribal members in the state ofArkansas
Quarterly meetings
If interested in participating, please email
jcunningham@aicago.org
SUICIDE PREVENTION RESOURCES
The following resources provide trained counselors and information about suicide prevention:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 800-273-8255. The Lifeline Provides 24/7, free confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Chat: The Lifeline Chat connects individuals with counselors for emotional support and other services via web chat, 24/7 across the United States. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org
Native Crisis Text Line: text NATIVE to 741741, the Native Crisis Text Line is a free messaging resource offering 24/7 support to anyone in crisis.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357). SAMHSA’s helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7 365-days-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental health or substance use disorders.
