The Native American Rehabilitation Center of the NW's purpose is to achieve the highest level of physical, mental and spiritual well being for American Indians and Alaska Natives and other vulnerable populations.

Founded in 1970 in Portland, Oregon, the Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. is an Indian-owned, Indian operated, non-profit agency. Originally an outpatient substance abuse treatment center, NARA, NW now operates a residential family treatment center, a family resource program, transitional housing for Native women and children, a primary heath care clinic and the soon-to-open Totem Lodge which will serve as the mental health resource location. All services are centered on the family as it is NARA NW's philosophy that, without the family circle there will be no future.

Traditional Indian culture and spirituality have always been an integral part of NARA NW's services. In recognition of our service to American Indian and Alaska Natives, NARA, NW has been honored with a sacred pipe, a totem pole, a sacred fire circle and a drum. The pipe and drum continue to be used in our sacred ceremonies; the totem pole stands at the entrance of our residential facility. It is our philosophy to honor and support the emotional, physical, spiritual and mental health of our Indian People.

For further information, please visit: www.naranorthwest.org/

For more information on Healthy Native Kids, please contact:

Toni Matt, Healthy Native Kids Advocate

(w) 503.224.1044, Ext.264

(f) 503.274.4251

(m) 503.593.1635

(e) tmatt@naranorthwest.org

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Alane Golden, Healthy Native Kids Outreach Specialist, AmeriCorps OSSC Member

(w) 503.224.1044, Ext. 264

(f) 503.274.4251

(m) 503.250.0374

(e) agolden@naranorthwest.org

Oyate Family Services

1776 SW Madison St.

Portland, OR 97205

(p) 503.224.1044

(f) 503.231.1654