Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, Inc.

10/16/2025

10/16/2025

Check out some photos from our last Diabetes Prevention Program cohort. Now it’s your turn! The next cohort begins January 22, 2026, and we’re looking for participants ready to take steps toward healthier living.

This FREE, 9-month-long program helps prevent or delay type 2 diabetes through:

✔Healthy eating guidance
✔Physical activity support
✔Group sessions with accountability and encouragement
✔Coaching from trained lifestyle coaches

To learn more about the Diabetes Prevention Program: https://gliihc.net/DiabetesPrevention or contact:

Dane at 414-316-5023 or dhagert@gliihc.net
Anni at 414-316-5054 or aliu@gliihc.net

10/15/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who came out and donated during the Milwaukee Out of the Darkness Walk for the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention - Wisconsin Chapter Veteran’s Park. Coming together to honor those we’ve lost and support those impacted by su***de reminds us that hope and healing are possible when we walk together.

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10/15/2025

The next Hunger Task Force, Inc. Tribal Elder Food Boxes distribution will be at 11:00am on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, in our main lobby. There are a limited number of boxes, so they will be given out on a first come, first served basis.

*You must be 55 years or older and provide state ID.
*Tribal IDs are not required but you will be asked for your tribal affiliation.

10/14/2025

In today’s world, diverse traditions often intersect—and sometimes conflict. We’re left wondering: “Which one is right? Which one is authentic? Can they coexist?”

🌿 Join us for the next Family Culture Night on THURSDAY, October 23, for an open and facilitated discussion exploring Indigenous gifts and teachings passed down by our ancestors, and the complexity of blending traditions in a modern, multicultural community.

As the seasons change, let’s come together to reflect, share, and re-center around what connects us.

10/14/2025

🏈 Healthy Warriors – Punt, Pass & Kick!
Join us Friday, October 24th from 3–6 PM in the GLIIHC parking lot for our men’s-only wellness event.

🔥 Punt, Pass & Kick Challenge
🍲 Chili & refreshments
🎁 Prizes + FREE Limited Edition T-shirt
💬 Health talks from GLIIHC'S medical and behavioral health teams
🌿 Experience the sweat tent — a rare chance to reconnect and recharge.

10/13/2025

On this Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor and celebrate the resilience, strength, and beauty of Indigenous peoples and cultures.

As part of Native American Heritage Month this coming November, we are creating a Community Photo Gallery that highlights family traditions, culture, and heritage.

📸 We invite you to share your family and cultural photos with us! These photos will help us honor our community’s stories and celebrate the generations who came before us.

👉 Submit your photos here by October 30: https://gliihc.net/photo-gallery/
or contact the Marketing Team at marketing@gliihc.net

Let’s come together to celebrate heritage, identity, and the gifts our ancestors have passed down

10/08/2025

Last year’s Out of Darkness: Walk to Fight Su***de was an emotional and powerful day of remembrance, support, and hope. Friends and families affected by su***de came together to honor their loved ones and raise awareness for prevention.

We invite you to join us again this year — Saturday, October 11 — for another meaningful day of community, connection, and healing. Together, we walk to remember and to bring light to the path of hope.

Register to join Team GLIIHC: supporting.afsp.org/team/GLIIHC

10/07/2025

Tribal Elder Food Boxes from the Lakes Intertribal Food Coalition will be distributed in the GLIIHC main lobby this Friday, October 7, between 11am - 1pm.

*Must be 55 years of age or older.
*Must be present for pick up with tribal I.D. between the hours of 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. or until boxes are gone. Due to high demand, boxes cannot be reserved or set aside under any circumstances. (Elders with tribal I.D. will be served first. If we still have boxes available after 11:30am, Native patients without tribal I.D. are welcome to pick up a box.)
*Boxes are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Check in with staff as you arrive.

10/07/2025

We have so much appreciation for everyone who joined us at the Grateful Harvest Gathering at the Native Wellness Garden. It was a beautiful day to celebrate another year of growth, connection, and community.

From garden tours and smudging to lunch and shared stories, this gathering reflected the spirit of what makes our Garden thrive - people coming together with care, culture, and gratitude.

Thank you to our volunteers, land steward, staff, and all who continue to nurture the Garden and our community. Together, we are growing wellness from the ground up. 🌿

10/06/2025

The 18th Annual Red Shawl Gala is Saturday, November 15! We're thrilled to introduce the entertainment for the evening:
Mr. Wade Fernandez / Wicīwen Apīs-Mahwaew (Walks With The Black Wolf) is an enrolled member of the Menominee Nation and grew up in the ancient forests of the Menominee Reservation in north eastern Wisconsin. As a child he wandered the forest absorbing the timeless music that existed before humans. At 11 years old he began performing and expanding his listening ears with every genre of music that he could find. He recorded his first CD of original music in the year 2000 and shortly after was opening and performing with Jackson Browne and the Indigo Girls.

Wade has won numerous awards including; NAMA Male Artist Of The Year, Indian
Summer Music Awards for Blues/Pop/Instrumental/Country, MCW President’s Award For Community Engagement, WCW Storyteller Of The Year Award, FPF Community Spirit Award, and the Menominee Tribe Medal Of Honor.

For more information, purchase tickets, donations, or sponsorships: https://us.givergy.com/redshawlgala2025

10/06/2025

We want to extend a huge thanks to Outpost Natural Foods Co-op for supplying the meals served at our Diabetes Prevention Program.

Your support helps us provide healthy, nourishing food for participants as they learn, grow, and build lifelong habits to prevent type 2 diabetes. Together, we are strengthening health and wellness in our community.

To learn more about the Diabetes Prevention Program: https://gliihc.net/DiabetesPrevention
or contact:
Dane Hagert, 414-316-5023, dhagert@gliihc.net
Anni Liu, 414-316-5054, aliu@gliihc.net