Building mental health resources in Tribal communities
Official title: Assessing Cultures of Recovery in Tribal Communities - Capacity Building Core
Funded at Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations · NIH-10930040 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving mental health and substance use support for American Indian and Alaska Native communities by creating a special training center that helps local people learn how to conduct important health research and wellness programs that fit their culture.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Spokane Valley, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $361,363 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM146095-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930040 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian and Alaska Native individuals seeking mental health support or substance use disorder treatment.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as American Indian or Alaska Native may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing mental health and substance use disorder resources specifically for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. It aims to establish a permanent Research and Training unit at the Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations, which will provide culturally-appropriate training and research opportunities. Community members and staff will engage in experiential learning to improve their skills in conducting relevant clinical research and supporting health and wellness initiatives. The project will also evaluate the effectiveness of the training programs to ensure they meet community needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve mental health and substance use disorder treatment options for American Indian and Alaska Native populations.
How similar studies have gone: Similar culturally-focused initiatives have shown promise in improving health outcomes in Indigenous populations, indicating a potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations
Spokane Valley, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gray, Heather M — Healing Lodge of the Seven Nations
- Study coordinator: Gray, Heather M
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.