Established in 1986, the Great Plains Tribal Leaders' Health Board (GPTLHB) is an organization representing the 18 tribal communities in the four-state region of South Dakota, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Iowa.
Through public health practices and the formation of tribal partnerships, we work to improve the health of the American Indian peoples we serve by providing public health support and health care advocacy.
Serving as a liaison between the Great Plains Tribes and the various Health and Human Services divisions, including the Great Plains Area Indian Health Service, GPTLHB works to reduce public health disparities and improve the health and wellness of the American Indian peoples who are members of the 18 Great Plains tribal nations and communities.
We achieve this by:
Relationships between the relative, family, and provider are fostered and supported
Emphasis on relatives achieving optimal wellness through the embrace of culture and holistic healing practices
Locations of services are determined for the benefit of relatives
Access to services is optimized for relatives.
Together we collaborate with relatives to achieve optimal wellness
Improve the quality and sustainability of services by continuously evaluating outcomes and process measures.
Values of GPTLHB including prayer, respect, generosity, truth, fortitude, compassion, and humility are intentionally designed into all systems and services
Equitable and simple to use services that maximize coordination and minimize duplication
Strength and courage of ancestors and relatives to share lessons that drive the design and delivery of services
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