Our Toolkit is evolving. It will be a collection of resources, including contact numbers and forms, to help families navigate healthcare and community care.
Last revised on Sept 16, 2026
Healthcare on the Navajo Nation
Healthcare within the Navajo Nation is a complex, highly fragmented network of public health systems, laws, and healthcare crises specific to the reservation. The below information is a starting point for families and providers navigating the healthcare landscape to help you understand the territory, anticipate challenges, and find your way.
Community Stories for Governance Planning
In April, 2026, we began collecting stories of mostly young parents on the Navajo Nation expressing challenges and wishes for families and communities on our ancestral homeland. The storytellers hope their stories will enable Naatʼáanii to plan local services and systems that communities really need. The story boxes automatically update as stories come in. Thank you for reading and contributing to all our stories.

Listen and Bridge the Gap
Shiprock Chapter My name is Talibah Begay. I am a Native American performer, singer, and cultural consultant. For many years, I have been involved in

Extra Love and Care for Elders
Chinle Chapter My name is Angela Lewis, and I am a care coordinator for Ahéhee’ Shí Diné Home Care, LLC. My job is to go

Carrying the Teachings Forward
Rough Rock Chapter Shí éí Emmalena Hott yinishyé, Oosei Ashihii nishłį́, To’aheedlini bashishchiin, Tsi’naajinii dashicheii, Hashk’aan Hadzohi dashinalí, Tsiizizii déé’ naashá. I am a Navajo
Resource Stories by Staff
Our program staff share stories about the resources and trainings we attend so that families can know what to expect, and choose the resources and trainings that best fits them.

Four Corners Special Education Day, Navajo Nation Museum
Tara Lynn Tsosie
Four Corners Special Education Day brought together families, parents, educators, disability advocates, and organizations providing special education and disability-related services throughout the Four Corners region

Parents Reaching Out Conference in Albuquerque
Tara Lynn Tsosie
When I first prepared for the PRO conference on May 1, 2026, I felt very nervous and scared. It was my first time speaking publicly about patient and provider care

Chinle Kids Day Community Resource Event
Tara Lynn Tsosie
This event brought children, parents, families, and community organizations together for a day of activities, connection, and support, where children could enjoy themselves.
