Hamiinatam Tribal Citizens,
We are proud to announce an exciting new chapter in the Tribe’s ongoing commitment to community health and wellness with the establishment of Fernandeño Community Health.
This milestone represents the continuation of a vision that began with the leadership of Rudy Sr. and the 1978 Tribal Council, who worked to create greater access to healthcare for Native people and the broader community through the Los Angeles Urban Indian Health Center. Nearly five decades later, we are building upon that legacy by creating a healthcare organization that reflects our values, serves our people, and strengthens Tribal self-determination.
Earlier this year, the Tribe successfully secured grant funding to support the expansion of healthcare services. As a result, we are moving forward with the development of Fernandeño Community Health, which will focus on providing primary care and behavioral health services designed to improve health outcomes, expand access to care, and support the overall well-being of our community.
Fernandeño Community Health is more than a healthcare organization. It is an investment in our future, a commitment to culturally responsive care, and a reflection of our responsibility to future generations. Through this effort, we will continue honoring the vision of our ancestors while creating new opportunities to meet the evolving healthcare needs of our citizens and community members.
Get Involved
As we begin building Fernandeño Community Health, we invite Tribal citizens to help shape its future by serving on Tribal boards and committees. Community participation is essential to ensuring that our healthcare services are guided by Tribal values, community priorities, and a shared vision for wellness.
If you are interested in serving, please visit:
Together, we can create a lasting healthcare legacy that promotes healing, strengthens our community, and advances the vision first established by the 1978 Tribal Council.
We look forward to sharing additional updates as Fernandeño Community Health grows and begins serving our community.