Nashville Area Indian Health Service 2011 Annual Report

MICMAC SERVICE UNIT
The Micmac Service Unit has realized significant changes this year. Contract
Health Services (CHS) were expanded for Medical, Dental, and Optometry, and
the Prescription Assistance Program saved over $40,000 to CHS. Clinic staff
were active participants in the Improving Patient Care-3 Program where they
recruited community members to be involved in the decision making process.
The Micmac Service Unit re-established the relationship with the Little Feathers
Head Start (LFHS) Program where they provided head lice education, awareness,
and prevention as well as screening. The Field Health Technician read to LFHS
children every week. Also, the Dental Hygienist and Dental Assistant conducted
dental screenings at LFHS.
The Micmac Service Unit was recognized nationally on multiple occasions as
recipients of the GPRA Exemplary Team Performance for Dental Services and
invited presenters at multiple National IPC Action Period calls where they shared
their experiences with Self-Management, Empanelment, and the Use of Huddles.
Community Health
The Public Health Program re-established an Elder’s program through Public
Health Nursing Award funding which allows Micmac Service Unit to provide
exercise programs twice per week, menu reviews, and program oversight. The Field
Health Technician (FHT) met with Aroostook Band of Micmac (ABM) housing
to plan a re-assessment of all Tribal homes to identify safety and environmental
concerns. Influenza vaccinations were made available through the clinic, home
visits, and walk in. In an effort to increase immunization rates in young people,
the clinic gave L.L. Bean backpacks to youth receiving immunizations.
With a focus on family safety, the Micmac Service Unit distributed eight child
safety seats, and conducted home visits with new mothers and new families in the
community to review home child safety. In terms of family health, they distributed
Mission: To unite with Tribal Members to elevate the health status of the Micmac Tribe to the highest
level possible. This will be accomplished by educating and providing services that encourage and
promote responsibility for personal, family, and Tribal wellness.
Vision: To work together in unity with the Community nurturing, and preserving the mind, body, and spirit.
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