Indian Elder Desk
Indian Elder Desk
The Minnesota Board on Aging's American Indian Elder Desk aims to increase awareness of and improve access to services for Indian elders in urban Indian communities and on 11 Indian reservations across Minnesota. The Indian Elder Desk specialist helps Indian and non-Indian community agencies develop culturally sensitive programs and services and works directly with Indian elders promoting aging services and programs. Overall, the program acts as the Minnesota Board on Aging and the Minnesota Department of Human Services' liaison to Indian elder communities.
Wisdom Steps Program
Wisdom Steps is a culturally based preventive health promotion program developed by and for American Indian elders, with support from the Indian Elder Desk. Wisdom Steps fosters community and tribal partnerships and coordinates resources to provide increased advocacy and access to services that will improve the health of American Indian elders.
The program focuses on:
- Health screenings
- Health education
- Healthy living activities
Incentives are offered to encourage participation in preventive health programs.
All American Indian elders are invited to participate in the Wisdom Steps Program.
Contact us
Indian elders and others interested in knowing more about the Indian Elder Desk program may call 800-882-6262. TDD/TTY users please call 800-627-3529.
Resources
Use these resources to find services and guidance for Native elders and families—from wellness programs and advocacy groups to Social Security and health information.
Indian Health Services
This federal agency is responsible for providing federal health services to American Indians and Alaskan Natives. Many local tribes can connect members to Indian Health Services in their area.
Minnesota Board on Aging
Minnesota Board on Aging This state board provides resources and acts as and advocate for Minnesota seniors and their families to receive quality services and supports.Minnesota Chippewa Tribe
Minnesota Chippewa Tribe This website provides information about governance and services for the tribe, which is comprised of Bois Forte, Fund du Lac, Grand Portage, Leech Lake, Mille Lacs and White Earth reservations.National Resource Center on Native American Aging
National Resource Center on Native American Aging This website is designed to educate and increase awareness of Native elder health and social issues.National Indian Council on Aging (NICOA)
National Indian Council on Aging (NICOA) This council is a resource for information on employment, health care and other services for American Indian and Alaskan Native elders.Native Web
Native Web This non-profit organization provides resources to encourage American Indians use of technology and the internet.