BUILDING WELLNESS NHBP HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT IMPLEMENTS COVID-19 VACCINATIONS The NHBP Health and Human Services Department has now administered more than 1,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by Moderna and Pfizer. NHBP opted to receive the...
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Native American Heritage Fund Now Accepting 2021 Applications
FUNDS AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT PROJECTS THAT PROMOTE POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH MICHIGAN'S INDIAN TRIBES Stereotypes. Negative narratives. Historical inaccuracy. Invisibility. These are a constant in the lives of Michigan’s Native American population – but The Native...
Honoring a Legacy: Shirley English
Love, respect, bravery, truth, honesty, humility and wisdom. As a true leader in the Bodéwadmi (Potawatomi) culture, Tribal Elder Shirley English embodied these values throughout her entire career with NHBP. Her ability to demonstrate the Seven Grandfather Teachings...
Tribal Member Highlight: Kristal Heibel
HOW A 45-DAY BREAK FROM BOOZE TRANSFORMED INTO ONE YEAR (AND COUNTING) ALCOHOL-FREE Written by Kristal Heibel | Photos provided by Kristal Heibel It was New Year’s Eve and the countdown to 2021 began. A few of us shouted “5, 4, 3, 2, 1”! before the clock struck...
A Taste of NHBP: Baked Salmon Bites and Collagen
Baked Salmon Bites 2 cans salmon ((6-ounces))½ avocado2 tbsp all-purpose flour1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tbsp Dijon mustard¼ tsp black pepperNon-stick spray Mix all ingredients together in a mixing bowl. Once combined, form golf ball or smaller size...
April: Alcohol Awareness Month
In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month, NHBP Behavioral Health shines a spotlight on alcohol/drug dependency and recovery and how Tribal Members struggling with substance abuse can begin their recovery with Behavioral Health services at an NHBP Health Facility. The...
NHBP Announces New Gaming Commission Chair to the Community
The Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi is pleased to welcome Chris Rogers as the newly-appointed Chair of the NHBP Gaming Commission. As a longtime leader in the community, Rogers’ new role comes as no surprise following the retirement of former Chair Shirley...
A Taste of NHBP: Lentil Soup and National Nutrition Month
Lentils of the Southwest ½ cup lentils1 tsp olive oil2 tbsp white onion (diced)1 tsp garlic (minced)1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp red pepper flakes½ tsp chili powder½ cup canned diced tomatoes2 tbsp fresh cilantro In a sauce pot combine lentils and 1 ¼ cup water. Bring to a...
A Taste of NHBP: Mediterranean Bean Salad and Meatless Mondays
Mediterranean Bean Salad 2 tbsp olive oil2 tbsp lemon juice3 cloves garlic (minced)2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans (rinsed and drained)½ cup fresh parsley1 pint grape tomatoes¼ cup feta cheeseBlack pepper to taste In a small bowl mix together olive oil, lemon juice,...
A Taste of NHBP: Broccoli Salad and Food For Thought
Sweet & Tangy Broccoli Salad Dressing½ cup olive oil mayonnaise2 tbsp Dijon mustard3 tbsp honey1 tsp apple cider vinegar¼ tsp garlic powder¼ tsp paprikaBlack pepper to tasteSalad1 large broccoli crown (or about 5 cups raw broccoli)¼ red onion (finely diced)½ cup...