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1559 Watasheamu Road Gardnerville, NV 89460
775-265-8622
8 am - 5 pm
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Welcome to Community Health

Rooted in tradition and guided by community values, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of our Native community. Through culturally respectful, accessible, and comprehensive health services, we honor the past while caring for the present.

Our dedicated team — including healthcare providers, health educators, case managers, and community leaders — works in unity to support your health journey, where your care is always our top priority.

Explore Our Programs

Gym Access
Fitness Classes
Cooking Workshops
Health & Wellness Classes
Gym Access
Fitness Classes
Tab 3
Tab 4

Our Services

  • Comprehensive eye exams (children and adults)
  • Diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease (infections, glaucoma, cataract, macular degeneration, etc.)
  • Cataract surgery referrals and co-management
  • Eyeglasses, including progressives, transitions, anti-reflective coatings, prescription sunglasses, name-brand styles
  • Contact lenses

Our Specialty Services

  • Same day appointments available for urgent eye conditions (injuries, foreign bodies, infections, sudden vision loss); please call to make arrangements.
  • Glaucoma and Diabetic Exams: advanced diagnostic testing for diagnosis.
  • Grant funding available to help cover the cost of eyeglasses.
  • Special programs to cover the cost of eyeglasses for qualified seniors, children and Washoe Tribal members living in the service delivery area.

Our Principles

  • Prevent, improve, restore, and maintain the oral health of the community that Washoe Tribal Health Center serves.
  • Treat patients professionally, confidentially, and without discrimination based on income, race, insurance status, religion, or gender.
  • Evaluate and treat dental emergencies via dental treatments, prescriptions, consultations, or referrals.
  • Decrease the incidence of caries by applying fluoride treatment when indicated.
  • ·Educate patients and children on appropriate oral care and the importance of a healthy nutritional program.
  • Integrate oral health with overall health.

Our Services

  • Oral diagnostic, preventive, and restorative services, as well as emergency services.
  • Patients needing services not offered at Washoe Dental are referred to other sources of care.
  • Laboratory work for the fabrication of removable and fixed prosthetics will be referred to outside laboratories based on the quality of their services and their ability to meet infection control standards.

Walk-In Clinic (Acute Care)

  • Upper respiratory infection tests, diagnose and treatment
  • Urinary Tract Infection test, diagnose and treatment
  • Sexual Transmitted Disease test, diagnose and treatment
  • Musculoskeletal pain
  • Palpitation or heart disease symptoms
  • Acute pain, discomfort and illness test, treatment, and care
  • Animal/Human Bite
  • Lice treatment
  • Referral and transfer to ER/UC

Primary Care

  • Disease screening and prevention
  • Diagnosis and treatment of many types of illness
  • Education related to disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
  • Injury Care
  • Counseling
  • Referral to specialties
  • Coordination  of care (communication between specialty and primary provider)
  • Follow up on chronic conditions (i.e. Diabetes, hypertension)

Chiropractic

  • Hot and Cold Therapy
  • Electrotherapy
  • Ultrasound Therapy
  • Cold Laser Therapy
  • Traction
  • Spinal Decompression
  • Adjustment
  • Acupuncture
  • Kinesio Taping

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Women's Health

  • Well Women Check
  • Women’s health education
  • Pelvic Exams
  • Testing and treatment for vaginal infection and STIs
  • Diagnose and treatment
  • Family planning and contraception
  • Education and guidance on sexual health, pregnancy, fertility
  • Urinary Tract infection Test, diagnose and treatment
  • After care and follow up on conditions like endometriosis, pelvic pain, and urinary tract issues
  • Pregnancy Confirmation
  • Pregnancy referral and follow ups
Gloved hands holding a patient's foot on a treatment table

Podiatry

  • Diagnose health conditions that affect feet and ankles.
  • Order and analyze lab tests and imaging.
  • Prescribe medication and treatments.
  • Perform in office treatments and procedures.
  • Prescribe orthotics (i.e. shoe inserts, braces, casts)
  • Suggest mobility aid (i.e. canes, walkers)
  • Provide care services:
    • Bunions
    • Hammertoes
    • Foot and ankle injury
    • Deformity care
    • Wart Removal
    • Laceration repair
    • Diabetic foot care
    • Fractures on the feet and ankles
    • Feet and toe ulcers/ wounds
    • Musculoskeletal pain treatment
    • Plantar Fasciitis Tendonitis
    • Skin and Nail Care (i.e. ingrown toenails)
    • Lower Extremity vascular testing and management
Gloved hands holding a patient's foot on a treatment table

Podiatry

  • Diagnose health conditions that affect feet and ankles.
  • Order and analyze lab tests and imaging.
  • Prescribe medication and treatments.
  • Perform in office treatments and procedures.
  • Prescribe orthotics (i.e. shoe inserts, braces, casts)
  • Suggest mobility aid (i.e. canes, walkers)
  • Provide care services:
    • Bunions
    • Hammertoes
    • Foot and ankle injury
    • Deformity care
    • Wart Removal
    • Laceration repair
    • Diabetic foot care
    • Fractures on the feet and ankles
    • Feet and toe ulcers/ wounds
    • Musculoskeletal pain treatment
    • Plantar Fasciitis Tendonitis
    • Skin and Nail Care (i.e. ingrown toenails)
    • Lower Extremity vascular testing and management

Women's Health

  • Well Women Check
  • Women’s health education
  • Pelvic Exams
  • Testing and treatment for vaginal infection and STIs
  • Diagnose and treatment
  • Family planning and contraception
  • Education and guidance on sexual health, pregnancy, fertility
  • Urinary Tract infection Test, diagnose and treatment
  • After care and follow up on conditions like endometriosis, pelvic pain, and urinary tract issues
  • Pregnancy Confirmation
  • Pregnancy referral and follow ups

Mental Health Services

  • Individual, Family, Group, and Couples Therapy (does not include court ordered couples or custody mediation)
  • Child & Adolescent Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Community Crisis Intervention
  • Urgent Grief Counseling
  • Individual Grief Counseling
  • Individual End of Life Counseling for the Individual & Family
  • Mental Health Assessments
  • Psychological Testing & Evaluation: IQ and achievement, Bio-Psycho-Social, and additional Drug and Alcohol
  • Psychiatric Medication Management
  • Case Management
  • Referrals & Social Support Resources
  • Seeking Safety Trauma Group Counseling
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Group
  • Weight Loss Support Group
  • Neuro/Biofeedback Therapeutic Program

Community Outreach & Training

  • Lunch and Learns- monthly behavioral health topics
  • Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
  • SafeTALK
  • ASIST
  • Specific Training - on request
  • Suicide Prevention & Education
  • Substance Abuse Education
  • Naloxone Emergency Medication Training
  • Opioid Epidemic Committee
  • Door to Door Community Engagement
  • Monthly Community Outreach
  • Weekly Friday Outreach Booth
  • Parenting Classes & Support Groups -using Positive Indian Parenting and Parent Intervention Curriculums
  • White Bison Wellbriety Trainings: Fathers of Tradition, Daughters of Tradition

Substance Use Services

  • Substance Abuse Assessment, Evaluation & Treatment
  • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
  • Smoking Cessation Program
  • Referrals to Inpatient Substance Abuse Treatment
  • Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
  • Wellbriety-Based Groups & Treatment Wellbriety 12-Step Medicine Wheel Youth Program
  • Harm Reduction Program
  • Walk-in Hours

Youth Programs

  • Behavior Intervention Services
  • Youth Summer Program
  • Coyote Club
  • Equine Therapy
  • Field Day Fridays
  • ARISE Skill building
  • Positive Action Curriculum
  • Mendez Youth Substance Education Advocacy
  • Coordination with schools, social services, court, truancy, probation

Elder Wellness

  • Mental Wellness Individual Engagement & Activities
  • Elder Group Social Engagement
  • Care Giver Support
  • Addressing Needs & Barriers
  • Transportation
  • Advocacy
  • Case Management
  • Coordination with Washoe Elder Program

Our Services

  • Primary Care: Screenings & Vaccinations
  • Chronic Disease Management: Diabetes, Hypertension, Asthma
  • Mental Health Support: Counseling & Stress Management (Referrals)
  • Maternal & Child Health: Referrals for Prenatal & Postnatal Care, Immunizations
  • Health Education: Nutrition, Smoking Cessation, Wellness Classes (Nutritionist Referral)

Why Choose Us

  • Culturally Sensitive Staff who
  • understands your traditions.
  • Convenient location and flexible hours
  • After hours and weekends Nurse
  • Telephone Triage
  • 24/7 Access Care
  • Free Resources
  • Convenient Care
  • Medication Management
  • Diabetes Management
  • Advanced Care Planning
What We Do
&
What We Don't
Community Health Worker / Representative (CHW / CHR)
  • Connect You with Community Resources
    • Food
    • Housing
    • Utilities
    • Transportation
  • Conduct Outreach, Home Visits, and Wellness Checks
  • Provide Culturally Sensitive Health Education
  • Support Chronic Disease Management and Follow-Up
  • Assist With Making Appointments
  • Take Vital Signs and Assist with Medical Care
DO NOT Provide Medical Care
DO NOT Deliver or Give Medications or Injections
DO NOT Perform Clinical Assessments
DO NOT Give Medical Advice
Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (RN / LPN)
  • Administer Injections, Vaccines, and Medications
  • Perform Wound Care, Screenings, and Nursing Assessments
  • Educate on Medications, Treatment Plans, and Disease Management
  • Assist with Maternal Care (weight/length) and Nutritional Support
DO NOT Manage Housing or Non-Medical Services
DO NOT Coordinate Long-Term Community Resources
DO NOT Provide Case Management
Case Manager
  • Coordinate Services Across Providers, Specialists, and Support Programs
  • Advocate for You During Transitions (Hospital to Home, etc.)
  • Help with Insurance, Referrals, and Navigating the Healthcare System
DO NOT Perform Hands-On Medical Care
DO NOT Provide Home Visits Unless Case-Related
DO NOT Give Medications or Perform Procedures

Get Started

Schedule an appointment with your Primary Care Provider at the Washoe Tribal Health Center.
We're here to support you every step of the way.
Walk-ins are always welcome!

775-265-8622
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Tribute to Julie Wyatt-Barr
We honor the life and legacy of Julie Wyatt-Barr, a respected elder and member of the Washoe Tribe, who served with dedication as an LPN Community Health Case Manager and Community Liaison from September 2013 until her passing in September 2023. A former Community Health Representative with the Washoe Tribal Health Center. Julie was a skilled and compassionate nurse who worked alongside many exceptional healthcare professionals, including Sheryl Osborn. Together they extended care to numerous patients who might not have otherwise had access to routine healthcare services.

With over 30 years of nursing experience, Julie returned to serve her community with deep commitment and humility. Her compassion, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to the health and wellbeing of others will be remembered by all who had the privilege to know and work with her. Her impact with the Washoe Tribal Health Center patients will continue to live on through the memories of those she helped.
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May she Rest In Peace, and may her legacy continue to inspire all of us in the healthcare field.

- In Loving Rememberance by Beez Wyatt
My memory/story of Julie-
I got to know Julie by working with Beez in the referrals department for a few years. She was a very loving mother and was always making sure to take care of Beez. Their mother/daughter relationship was very close and endearing. I remember Julie used to always bring Beez breakfast and make sure she started her day off right and with love. Beez always called her Weegis and i still dont remember the story of why but it was so great to see the love between mother and daughter."
 
"Mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take.

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Ombria R. Cooper -Wašišiw gumta nu leɁi
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