Skip to navigation Site map (414) 383-9526 930 West Historic Mitchell St. Milwaukee, WI 53204 English Spanish Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Supporting the community to prevent and manage chronic disease through education and awareness while strengthening and restoring traditional practices of healthy living. NUTRITION | WOLFE | NATIVE WELLNESS GARDEN | HEALTHY LIVING W/ DIABETES | HEART HEALTH CHW PROGRAM | HEALTHY NATIVES MKE | BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT TEAM | HEALTH COACHING | CANCER PREVENTION For more information about Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, please contact the Program Coordinator, Loren Rendino at lrendino@gliihc.net, or call (414) 316-5005. NUTRITION Our nutrition education and counseling services are provided by a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) and are available to clients of our agency. Services include individual, family, and group education through in person or telehealth appointments. Nutrition at the Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, Inc. is culturally-based and celebrates traditional foods as a source of wellness. It is our belief that individualized lifestyle changes can lead to healthy nutrition habits that can last a lifetime. Nutrition education/counseling topics include: Prenatal Infant Feeding Education and Support General Child & Family Wellness Chronic Disease Prevention (diabetes, heart disease) Diabetes Prevention/ Pre-Diabetes/ Type 1 and 2 Diabetes Management / Gestational Diabetes Cardiovascular Disease/ Hypertension/ Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol, high blood pressure) Weight Loss and Maintenance Gastrointestinal (GERD, IBS, Constipation) Vegetarian/Vegan Fostering a Healthy Relationship with Food/Eating Mindfulness Food Allergies/ Intolerances (lactose, gluten) Honoring Traditional Foods (health benefits, cooking tips) Mino Ayaa-Being Well Cookbook (PDF) My Native Plate Download our Recipes WORK OUT LOW FAT ELDERS (W.O.L.F.E.) PROGRAM The Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center’s (GLIIHC) elder program is one of a kind, says registered dietitian, Loren Rendino. “Where else can our treasured elders socialize, get weekly health screenings, participate in cultural activities, take a yoga or self-defense class, learn about nutrition, have access to our Native Wellness Garden, and participate in cooking presentations?” Rendino asked. This W.O.L.F.E. program is a collaboration between GLIIHC and the Indian Council of the Elderly, she said. The weekly program for Native American elders 45 and older and their friends, focuses on health promotion and chronic disease management. “As part of the award-winning program, elders spend an hour with a physical fitness trainer doing cardiovascular exercises, strength-training and increasing their range of motion,” Rendino said. “Then they move to the kitchen where we teach them a new nutritional topic each week, ranging from moving back to traditional foods, to eating for better bone health. “All of the elders work together to make a hot, healthy lunch, using as many traditional foods as possible. And then get to enjoy a healthy, great tasting meal,” she said. “I have great relationships with so many of them,” Rendino said. “It has helped me in other ways in my job. If you have elders on your team, you are good to go.” To join W.O.L.F.E., which meets every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at GLIIHC, please contact Rendino at (414) 316-5005 or the Indian Council of the Elderly (414) 933-1401. Why We Take Care of Our Elders, Our “Wisdom Keepers” NATIVE WELLNESS GARDEN The Native Wellness Garden (NWG) began in 2014 as a result of a partnership between the Gerald L Ignace Indian Health Center (GLIIHC) and UW- Extension. In 2020, the NWG produced and distributed to community members nearly 800 pounds of organic produce. To maintain the integrity of Native American organic agricultural practices, the NWG prohibits the use of chemical pesticides and fertilizers. Come Check Out Our: Donation and Community Gardener Beds Three Sisters Garden Medicine Wheel Garden Pollinator Garden Ceremony Circle Victory Garden Fruity Nutty Orchard The Native Wellness Garden Offers: Free Raised Beds (interested? Contact us in the spring) Spring Event: Bloom in June Fall Event: Grateful Harvest Gathering Cooking Demonstrations Gardening and Composting Glasses Workouts/Yoga in the Garden Garden Club hours: Tuesdays 3:30-6:30pm, Saturdays 10-12pm Events/Teachings in the Ceremony Circle The Native Wellness Garden’s mission is to restore traditional practice of food as medicine by serving as a space for the urban Native American community to gather and learn together. To learn more about the garden or to become involved please: Contact Loren Rendino at lrendino@gliihc.net, or call (414) 316-5005. Visit the Native Wellness Garden Facebook Page HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES This is a FREE 6 week self-management program taught by GLIIHC’s health promotion team. This class is great for anyone managing diabetes, looking to learn how to prevent diabetes or is a care taker for someone with diabetes. Each week the group learns about topics related to diabetes management and together participants set individualized goals to work on week to week with support from the group. Behavior change is easiest with support! Topics covered: What is diabetes? Monitoring blood sugar Sharing/problem-solving Setting short-term goals Tips for exercising Foot care Planning for sick days Managing difficult emotions Healthy eating: meal planning & reading labels Preventing high & low blood sugars Stress management & relaxation techniques Preventing/delaying complications Planning for the future Communicating more effectively with family, friends, & medical team WI Institute for Healthy Aging HEART HEALTH COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER PROGRAM GLIIHC received funding from the CDC in partnership with UniteMKE and Department of Health Services to provide Community Health Worker (CHW) support to clients at high risk for developing heart disease. GLIIHC’s CHW, Jessica Martinez, has created a program to connect clients to resources that may be getting in the way of managing heart health while supporting clients through education and behavior change. Contact Cardiac Community Health Worker for more information – Jessica Martinez 414-316-5023 jmartinez@gliihc.net Heart Healthy Living DHS Wisconsin Unite MKE HEALTHY NATIVES MKE GLIIHC received funding from the CDC through the Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country (GHWIC) Grant to increase awareness about disease prevention for the urban Native American community. The Health Promotion team is working to raise awareness about pre-diabetes and high blood cholesterol, to support breastfeeding, and to decrease rates of cigarette smoking. Stay tuned for more programming from our GHWIC team such as chronic disease self-management programs, a diabetes prevention program, a smoking cessation program, and support implementing nutrition standards. Check out what the team has already done on our YouTube page or tune in live for our virtual tabling sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am on Facebook. 1234 Reach out to healthpromotion@gliihc.net for more information. BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT TEAM The Gerald L. Ignace (GLIIHC) Breastfeeding Support Team provides education and support to women and families during pregnancy and after childbirth. Every breastfeeding experience is unique and our team of Certified Lactation Counselors is here to support each journey. GLIIHC’s team honors breastfeeding as a traditional practice among Native communities. Breastmilk provides the best nutrition for baby as the first food that nourishes mind, body, and spirit. Breastfed babies are less likely to have ear infections, diarrhea, colds and flu. For mothers, breastfeeding means less risk for breast and ovarian cancers. To schedule a consultation contact our Breastfeeding Support Team: 414-316-5097 breastfeeding@gliihc.net Local Breastfeeding Advocacy Groups: Native Breastfeeding Coalition of Wisconsin African American Breastfeeding Network Milwaukee County Breastfeeding Coalition Breastfeeding Resources: La Leche League International Center for Disease and Control World Health Organization Learn more about breastfeeding and the breastfeeding journeys of GLIIHC’s staff: HEALTH COACHING Incorporating new healthy behaviors can be great for all aspects of our wellbeing. But incorporating these new behaviors can be a difficult task, especially if you’re unsure of where or how to start. However, a health coach can provide you with the support you need to make your health goals a reality! A health coach believes you are the expert in your life and you know what’s best for your wellbeing. A health coach will work with you to develop an action plan that’s best for you and you feel comfortable with. Once you have your action plan in place, you can meet with a health coach at whatever frequency is best for you to go over your progress, make any necessary changes, and provide ongoing support for your health journey. Below are some of the services offered when working with a health coach: Help you set SMART goals at a pace you’re comfortable with Help you explore different health behaviors that may be right for you based on your goals Provide education and resources on various health-related topics Provide ongoing support Make referrals to necessary specialists within GLIIHC For more information or to schedule an appointment with a Health Coach contact: Nico Alamo at 414-316-5011 or healthpromotion@gliihc.net If interested, you download this form and email to healthpromotion@gliihc.net Reach out to healthpromotion@gliihc.net for more information. Subscribe to our YouTube page or tune in live for our virtual tabling sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am on Facebook. CANCER PREVENTION Cancer screening saves lives. GLIIHC’s HPDP team is here to provide prevention education and support you through the screening process. GLIIHC hosts the Ascension Mammogram Coach bus three times a year to make breast cancer screening more accessible. Give us a call to learn more about your age appropriate cancer screenings, upcoming events, and other cancer screening assistance programs. American Cancer Society American Indian Cancer Foundation Cancer Screening Recommedations Contact us with questions or to learn more about how HPDP can help support you in preventing cancer. Loren Rendino, 414-316-5005 healthpromotion@gliihc.net Special Programs Calendar EVENTS IN SEARCH NEAR VIEW AS Month « October December » SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 31 1 2 Native Wellness Garden – Garden Club [2021-11-02] 3 WOLFE – Work Out Low Fat Elders [2021-11-03] 4 5 Honoring the Heartbeat: Mental Health & Wellness Powwow [2021-11-05] 6 Native Wellness Garden – Garden Club [2021-11-06] Survivors of Suicide Talking Circle [2021-11-06] 7 8 Living Well [2021-11-08] 9 10 WOLFE – Work Out Low Fat Elders [2021-11-10] 11 12 13 14 15 Living Well [2021-11-15] 16 17 WOLFE – Work Out Low Fat Elders [2021-11-17] November Women’s Gathering [2021-11-17] 18 19 20 21 22 Living Well [2021-11-22] 23 2021 Community Harvest Feast Drive-Thru [2021-11-23] 24 WOLFE – Work Out Low Fat Elders [2021-11-24] 25 26 27 28 29 Living Well [2021-11-29] 30 1 WOLFE – Work Out Low Fat Elders [2021-12-01] 2 Healing Arts Studio [2021-12-02] Native Strong Town Hall [2021-12-02] 3 4 « October December » + EXPORT EVENTS Please call (414) 383-9526 to schedule an appointment today. Hours Monday & Wednesday: 8am – 5pm* Tuesday & Thursday: 8am – 7pm* Friday: 8am – Noon Saturday & Sunday: Closed *Closed from noon-1pm daily After Hours For general after-hours calls, an answering service will take your call and route your message to the provider on call. Emergency If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 911. Careers View open job postings. Contact 930 West Historic Mitchell St. Milwaukee, WI 53204 Phone: (414) 383-9526 Fax: (414) 649-2711 © 2019-2021 Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Website by KAT Marketing. Privacy Policy Click here to opt-out of Google Analytics.