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OCTOBER 1, 2021
3.25.21
"We don't have to do it
all alone. We were
never meant to."
-Brene Brown
Elder Voices Supporting the Covid Vaccine
“Here at Makah, my aunt tested positive for
COVID, she is the eldest in our tribe. Also, our
only Doctor at our clinic tested positive for
COVID, and he has been battling it for well over
a month. With that in mind, my choice was easy,
to vaccinate in order to make our little village
[be] that much more safe.” -Nate Tyler, Makah
Tribal Council.
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Mental Health Texts
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“We need to help protect Our
People from dying. So, if they do
become exposed [to COVID-19],
with a vaccine, we do not have to
lose them.” -Delegate from the Upper
Skagit Indian Tribe, THD, Marilyn Scott.
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“I was not hesitant [to get the vaccine] at all. I was more
fearful of NOT getting the vaccine. We got the vaccine at
Chemawa and they were so helpful, friendly, and efficient.
They made you feel good. They answered questions before
you asked.”
On Fridays you will receive a message
Did you have any side effects? “I was lucky, I was
good. I’m 81 years old, so I don’t know why. Only a little
arm soreness.” -Marie Sagaberd, Lummi & Quinault Elder.
about mental health, a social
“For me, I knew it was a decision
between life as I know it now, or the
possibility of being on a respirator and
possibly dying alone and struggling for
that final breath. As a 69-year-old, my
side effects were extremely mild. I
was a little bit sleepy the next day, but
that was gone by the afternoon.”
“I have been a nurse for 40 years. I am very
pro-vaccine, for myself and others. And, I do it
for my Tribe, the Makah. I was not concerned
at all. I know the vaccine had been through
trials for safety and efficacy.”
“Overall, I considered this a good
experience. It brought back hope for
the future. I wish everyone would
choose life and science by getting this
vaccine.” -Harriette Cheeka, Makah
Elder.
What would you tell others? “I would
[tell them] of my positive experience, I would
assure them it is safe. And, I remind them of
the possible effect of getting COVID – severe
illness or even death.” -Terri Markishtum,
Makah Elder and nurse.
emotional tip or a simple quote or
message of encouragement.
Text JOIN to
(971) 318-3459
Neuroplasticity
the science behind growth mindset
We think 60,000-80,000
thoughts every day
COVID-19 Relief Community
Health Representatives
80% 95%
NEGATIVE
Our brains are composed of
86 MILLION
neurons CONSTANTLY firing
CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF GRAND RONDE COMMUNITY HEALTH
REPETITIVE
Every time you have the
STUCK IN A same
thought, you increase
NEGATIVE the chances of having it
again!
PATTERN?
Community Health is pleased to announce the creation of a
new program provided to the community. The COVID-19 Relief
Community Health Representatives provide service to all Tribal
members who have needs or questions regarding COVID-19.
The services provided include:
• Provides education on COVID-19 and preventive measures.
• Contact your primary care physician regarding questions about testing or exposure.
• Provides client services that promote holistic health and wellness practices.
BU T TH E R E 'S
WE CAN REWIRE
OUR BRAINS
Good News!
the pathways
are like grooves
• Health screening.
• COVID-19 safety items.
Other services provided:
just like exercise
• Help Assess Home
Safety Improvement
• Connect America Safety
Pendant Information
and installation
Habitual thoughts form
NEURAL PATHWAYS
continue doing
this to deepen
the new grooves
Choosing positive thoughts
can create new pathways
• Conducts home visits.
• Fall Risk Prevention
• Recording vitals
It takes practice and daily
commitment
• Medication Delivery
To inquire on how to get these services, please call
Stephanie King at 503-879-2016 or Sam Thornsberry at 503-879-1693
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