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The California Rural Indian Health Board was formed to provide a central focal point in the Indian health field in California for planning, advocacy, funding, training, technical assistance, coordination, fund-raising, education, development and for the purpose of promoting unity and formulating common policy on Indian health care issues.

  • AAIR
  • California Dental Support Center
  • California EpiCenter

AAIR is a statewide substance abuse treatment and recovery support program administered by the California Rural Indian Health Board, Inc. (CRIHB).  We work to empower American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) people in California to break the cycle of drug and alcohol addiction and achieve long-term recovery. Learn More

California Dental Support Center is funded through an Indian Health Service grant to serve 26 health programs (105 Tribes), which operate 40 dental clinics, in the state of California. Learn More

 

California Tribal Epidemiology Center (EpiCenter). To improve American Indian health in California to the highest level by engaging American Indian communities in collecting and interpreting health information to establish health priorities, monitor health status, and develop effective public health services that respect cultural values and traditions of the communities. Learn More

  • Breaking News+


    US settles royalty dispute with Indian tribes
    By MATTHEW DALY

    Associated Press Writer

    The Obama administration says it will spend more than $3 billion to settle a long-running and contentious lawsuit over royalties owed to American Indians.  President Barack Obama hailed the settlement of the case, known as Cobell v. Salazar, as an important step to reconcile Indian tribes and the federal government. Read More.....



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  • Call To Action+

    Want to get involved? Be sure to check out our "Call To Action" section and keep up to date on the important health issues affecting you and your family. You'll find important information on upcoming and ongoing legislative action, advocacy campaigns, and important Indian healthcare policy alerts. Read Federal Issues Updates or States Issues Updates.

  • 40th History Books +

    The CRIHB 40th History Books are now available for sale
    Full Members: $15 per book
    Associate Members: $20 per book

    Non Members: $30 per book
    If you would like to order a copy, please send an email to antone.anderson@crihb.net