Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, Inc.

03/04/2026

Who is excited for the upcoming garden season!? We are! And it's time to get our seeds ready. Join us on Tuesday, March 10, in the Community Room on the 2nd floor of GLIIHC, for a lesson on when and how to start growing your own plants starting from seed. You can help plant seeds that will be transferred to the Native Wellness Garden or bring your own seeds to start. Seed swapping is encouraged for anyone interested in participating.

If you have any questions, contact: Diana at 414-316-5018 or dosberg@gliihc.net

03/04/2026

Colorectal cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer among Indigenous people and the second leading cause of cancer death. GLIIHC supports American Indian Cancer Foundation's Blue Beads campaign in March during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!

Wear blue and join us on Tuesday, March 19, for Blue Beads Day! Our Health Promotion Disease Prevention team will be in the main lobby with healthy food tastings, trivia & prizes, and information about colorectal cancer screenings.

03/02/2026

We’re already on Class 4 of Movement is Tradition: Jingle Dress Dance, and the energy keeps building each time we gather. This Wednesday, March 4, we’ll continue strengthening our steps, our stamina, and our connection to the healing power of the Jingle Dress Dance.

Each class brings more confidence, more rhythm, and more community. Whether you’ve been with us since day one or are jumping in now, there’s still space for you in the circle.

Wear your moccasins if you have them, bring your good energy, and get ready to move.

Participants under 18 should be accompanied by an adult.

Let’s keep the jingles moving. ✨

02/26/2026

We are incredibly grateful to be recipients of the TMJ4 News and WaterStone Bank Community Baby Shower.

A heartfelt thank you to TMJ4, WaterStone Bank, and every community member who donated. This annual event supports so many families with babies across Milwaukee, and it truly means so much to see our community come together in this way.

It warms our hearts to know how deeply Milwaukee cares for and uplifts families during such an important season of life. We’re honored to help pass that generosity along to the families we serve.

02/25/2026

Cultural Cooking Conversations! We're making Cranberry Apple Pear Chutney and Cedar Tea

02/23/2026

REMINDER: Podcast & Paint is coming up! Wednesday, Febraury 25

February Women's Gathering (18+) is a chance to slow down, tap into your creativity, and share space with others in a relaxed, supportive environment.

Come unwind, paint at your own pace, and reflect together as we listen to a thoughtfully selected podcast. No art experience is needed, just bring yourself and an open heart.

Taking time for creativity and connection is a powerful way to care for your mental and emotional well-being. We’d love to see you there.

For questions or more information, contact:
Katy Bermke
Care Coordinator/Victim Advocate
Kbermke@gliihc.net
414-316-5043

02/20/2026

Strong Roots, Nurturing Families – Parenting Workshop Series

Parenting isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Join us for a meaningful workshop series focused on parenting and mental health, hosted by our Child and Adolescent Therapists.

📅 Mondays, March 2 – March 23
⏰ 5:30–6:30 PM
📍 Community Room at GLIIHC

Together, we’ll explore common mental health challenges in children and teens, practical parenting skills, and effective ways to support your child’s emotional wellness. Understanding your child’s mental health — even when it feels challenging — can help your family feel more connected and supported.

Workshop Topics Include:
• March 2 – Caring for the Caregiver
• March 9 – Growing Through Anxiety
• March 16 – Parenting Kids with ADHD
• March 23 – Supporting Children & Teens with Depression

Families are welcome to attend any session that interests them. All attendees will receive movie tickets for their family to enjoy together.

To register or learn more, contact:
Alaina Hanks, LPC, NCC
414-316-5049
ahanks@gliihc.net

Let’s grow strong roots together.

02/20/2026

Join us on Facebook Live for a vibrant 5-class series celebrating culture, tradition, and nourishing meals. Each session features a recipe inspired by cultural traditions while exploring the stories, customs, and health benefits behind the ingredients and cooking methods.

Come cook, learn, and connect as we celebrate culture through meaningful conversation and shared food.

📅 Upcoming Classes:
• February 25 (2–3 PM): Cranberry Apple Pear Chutney & Balsam Fir Needle Tea
• March 18 (4–5 PM): Wild Rice Cranberry Birch Bread
• April 15 (4–5 PM): Quinoa & Wild Rice Porridge
• May 20 (4–5 PM): Strawberry Rhubarb Jelly & Elderflower Tea
• June 17 (4–5 PM): 3 Sisters Stew & Strawberry Leaf Tea

Join us live on the GLIIHC page on the dates and times listed above.

TO REGISTER, CONTACT:
Winona Grieger
414-316-5088
wgrieger@gmail.com

Let’s honor tradition, strengthen community, and nourish ourselves together.

02/18/2026

Join us this Sunday, February 22nd for a Market Tour w/a Dietitian at Riverwest Farmers Market! "Farmers markets are more than just a place to get local seasonal produce. They are also a place where you can meet the farmers that grow your food and be part of a community event."

Support local food growers while learning about seasonal foods available, how to store what you purchase, and how to cook the foods you buy.

Date: Sunday, February 22nd
10:30 AM - Meeting at Kuumba Juice & Coffee
11:00 AM - Travel to Riverwest Farmers Market (SNAP/EBT Accepted)
12:00 PM - Ending at Riverwest Farmers Market
Locations: Kuumba Juice & Coffee, 274 E Keefe Ave Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212 and Amorphic Beer (Farmers Market Location) 3700 N Fratney St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

RSVP Required - Raffle Prize Giveaway!

Contact Diana with any questions and to RSVP: 414-316-5018 or dosberg@gliihc.net

02/18/2026

Tribal Elder Food Boxes from Hunger Task Force, Inc. will be ready for distribution this Thursday, February 19, at 11am, in the lobby of GLIIHC. There are a limited number of boxes, so they will be given out on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis. We encourage elders to arrive early, as numbers will be handed out beginning at 10:30am.

*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.

02/16/2026

This February marks 100 years since Carter G. Woodson established Negro History Week in 1926, the foundation of today's Black History Month. For a century, Black healthcare pioneers like Dr. Charles Drew, who revolutionized blood banking, and Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett, whose research helped develop COVID-19 vaccines, have transformed medicine while fighting systemic racism. Despite extraordinary contributions—from Rebecca Lee Crumpler becoming the first Black woman physician in 1864 to Dr. Patricia Bath inventing sight-saving cataract technology—Black Americans still face severe health disparities due to systemic inequities. The legacy of medical discrimination and traumas like the Tuskegee Study reminds us that celebrating Black history in healthcare requires both honoring achievements and addressing ongoing injustice. From 1926 to 2026, the journey continues: we celebrate Black excellence while committing to health equity for all communities.

The healthcare contributions from African American physicians and researchers go back centuries. These pioneering men and women have developed innovative tre...

02/12/2026

We're excited to announce that our next Honoring the Heartbeat Mental Health & Wellness Powwow will be on Saturday, May 9, at the Wisconsin State Fair Park!

More details are coming soon!