The GHWIC program provides culturally relevant Type 2 diabetes prevention education to the Pojoaque, New Mexico community. Through engaging, community-centered activities, the program supports healthy lifestyles and long-term wellness.
Chronic Disease Prevention: Our program provides the community with education and activities to prevent and manage chronic disease, especially, through healthy eating, physical activity, and mental wellness.
Diabetes Prevention and Management: Our program shares information on diabetes screening with local healthcare providers and hosting diabetes management classes through Lifestyle Coach classes. We collect data on community risk for diabetes and community members’ efforts to improve their health.
Physical Well-being: We host a weekly walking group and other physical activities, in collaboration with our partners, that can prevent and help manage chronic disease.
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Walking Group: Join us for our walking group at the Pueblo of Pojoaque Wellness Center track every Thursday at 1:00 PM.
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Exercise Classes: Participate in exercise classes at the Pueblo of Pojoaque Wellness Center.
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Healthy Food Demonstrations: Join us for upcoming healthy food demonstrations with indigenous recipes ingredients. Keep an eye out for more information!
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Community Connections: Connect to other community resources, such as, Indian Health Services, Pueblo of Pojoaque Behavioral Health, and other agencies/programs within the community and surrounding areas that support physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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Get Involved Today: For more information about the Good Health and Wellness in Indian Country Program or to receive services, please contact Sam Johnsen at (505) 379-6733 or email sjohnsen@pojoaque.org.
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Sam Johnsen, CPSW
GHWIC Program Manager