Keshhi! Welcome to the Official Site of the Zuni Tribe
Pueblo of Zuni | PO Box 339 | 1203B State HWY. 53 | Zuni, NM 87327 | Phone: 505-782-7000 | Fax: 505-782-7002
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Phone: (505) 782-2862 Services Available:
Location: North side of Tribal Building by Tribal Court offices. Who is eligible: Clients are court-ordered offenders who may be adults, juveniles, and incarcerated inmates of the tribal jail. All referrals are received from Zuni Tribal Courts. Brief Description: Community Corrections provides an alternative to incarceration for offenders of the Zuni Criminal Justice System. We place offenders on community service work with numerous sponsors in the community. Adults provide general labor, skilled labor, custodial, carpentry work and other services. We try to match a person’s skills to a particular work site. Juvenile offenders work weekends during the school year and primarily work outdoors, doing weed and litter work. Inmates from tribal jail are also used extensively with sponsors and under direct supervision of program staff. We provide daily transportation and constant monitoring services for clients. Work schedules are coupled with substance abuse counseling and other court ordered remedies. Community work is normally carried out seven days per week. Annual Events: We coordinate annual Earth Day event. Everything from the cleaning assignments, providing trash bags, picking up of bags, and providing a luncheon for all participants. Funding: Tribal General Fund |
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Visit the Pueblo of Zuni Fish and Wildlife Dept. for more information.
Phone: (505) 782-5851 Service Available: Hunting, fishing, camping, boating, and hiking. Location: Bldg #2, Highway 301 North, Located just off Hwy 53 next to the Zuni Fairgrounds. Who is eligible for Services: Most big game hunting licenses are for Zuni Tribal members only, but all fishing and a limited number of big game permits can be purchased by the general public. Department Activities: The Zuni Fish and Wildlife Department has managed and protected Zuni Tribal lands since 1968. In the past 5 years, we have established a reputation as one of the most innovative and productive tribal wildlife management agencies in the country. We have become national leaders on issues such as tribal management of endangered species and migratory birds, riparian restroration, wetlands protection (we have been nominated for a national wetlands management award by the U.S. EPA), and tribal use of eagles. Some of the projects which we have completed over the last 5 years include:
Hunting and Fishing: The department offers a variety of hunting and fishing opportunities. Hunting permits for the general public are available for dove, waterfowl, small game, coyotes, and predator calling. Big game: Tags are available on a limited basis, but the hunting opportunities are outstanding. Bow, muzzleloader, and rifle hunters will enjoy the challenge of hunting in this spectacular setting. Several 400+ elk have been taken on the reservation in recent years and our elk population is expanding. Please call the department for details and current prices of permits. Fishing: 4 lakes are stocked with cutthroat and rainbow trout, channel catfish, largemouth bass, and northern pike. We offer some of the best fishing opportunities in northwest New Mexico. Special Annual Events: Free fishing day at some lakes is often on Father's Day or Mother's Day (check the annual proclamation for details). Funding: Primary funding sources include Tribal and BIA funds. Additionally, we operate several programs on grants from the U.S. EPA, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, several private foundations, and revenue generated from hunting and fishing licenses. |
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Phone:(505) 782-2484 The Mission of the Zuni Environmental Protection Agency is to provide an integrated approach to environmental protection for the Zuni community through education, regulation, and sound project development; as well as to speak on behalf of the Zuni People on Environmental Protection issues that affect our people, our land, our water, and our air. |
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Phone:(505) 782-4463/4464 Services Available: The program provides food packages consisting of canned and frozen meats, canned and fresh vegatables & fruits, juices, bread & dairy products. Location: 103 7th Street, Black Rock (three miles east of Zuni Pueblo) Eligibility: Low income households not participating on the Food Stamps. Brief Description: We serve eligible households whose applications are tested based on USDA Criteria, prepare and issue food items of their choice, provide nutrition & health information and coordinate cooking sessions with ENMU Cooperative Extension. Funding: USDA |
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Phone: (505) 782-5544 Zuni Home Health Care Agency is owned and operated by the Pueblo of Zuni. It originated to serve the Zuni people in 1980 and expanded to serve the neighboring communities of Ramah, Pinehill, Fencelake, and Vanderwagon in 1982. It is located on the Zuni Indian reservation, approximately 40 miles south of Gallup, New Mexico. Our staff is dedicated to holistic health. The client's physical, mental, and spiritual well being are of prime importance to the staff. The care is individualized and consistent. The nurse and home health aide visits each client as frequently as their illness requires. This may be as often as daily or as infrequent as one visit per month.
Services: Currently, the Agency provides skilled nursing and home health aide services. Skilled nursing care include, injections, catheter care, wound care, home IV therapy, high risk pregnancy care, pediatrics, rehabilitative care, nutrition therapy, ventilator care, home safety checks, and client/family teaching. TARGET POPULATION: Services are available to any home bound individual in need of nursing care services regardless of race, gender, religious affiliation, age or the ability to pay.
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Phone: (505) 782-5719 Location: 31 Pincion, Zuni, NM Services Available: Outpatient primary medical care, behavioral health counseling, Medicaid on-site assistance, academic guidance, health education and referral services are available at the Center. Eligibility: Youth enrolled in secondary classes or in transition to continuing education. Description of Activities:
Special Events: As a member of the Diabetes Prevention Team, Center and Indian Health Service staff will conduct a special sports physical clinic during the Youth Conference on August 5.
Funding:Indian Health Service 638 Contract |
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Visit the Zuni Education and Career Development Center Website for more information. |
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Phone: (505) 782-2434
Zuni Medical Supply Enterprise is owned by the Pueblo of Zuni. It originated in October of 1992, and is a division of Zuni Home Health Care, located approximately 40 miles south of Gallup, New Mexico on the Zuni Indian reservation.
SERVICE: Medical equipment/supply sales or rental:
TARGET POPULATION: Anyone in need of such equipment/supplies. FUNDING: Purchase/rental billed to health care coverage i.e., Medicare, Medicaid, CHAMPUS, Contract Health, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, cash sales. |
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Phone:(505) 782-4717
Services available: Outpatient counseling for substance abuse, including individual, group, and family counseling. Initial screening and assessment, referral to appropriate treatment services that may include, Driving While Impaired (DWI) School, long-term rehabilitation, and aftercare services. Location: 99 D Avenue Black Rock (Four miles east of Zuni Pueblo) Eligibility: Native Americans experiencing substance abuse problems. Activities: Community outreach, counseling services available for adolescents and adults, Intensive Outpatient group counseling sessions (IOP), recreational activities, cultural counseling, and BABES (Beginning Alcoholism and Addictions Basic Education Series). Special Events: Annual Youth Conference, Red Ribbon Week, Project Graduation, school prevention programs, weekend DWI classes, school mentoring program (Natural Helpers), and other substance prevention/awareness activities. Funding: Indian Health Service under Public Law 93-638, county and tribal funds |
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Visit the Safe Start Website for more information. |
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Phone: (505) 782-5541 or (505) 782-5542 Services Available: The Senior Center provides the following services to the elderly: Nutrition, Home Delivered Meals, Congregate Meals, Transportation, Outreach, Information & Assistance, Home Maker Chores, Companionship, Disease Prevention/ Health Promotion Activities, Education, Social and Recreation, Culture and Traditional Values, Intergenerational Activities, Escort, Social Security Information, Veteran’s Benefits and many more. The Zuni Senior Center administers six programs: Title VI Nutrition for the Elderly; Zuni Senior Companion Volunteer Program, Zuni Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program, CSBG; Title V Older Worker Program; and the State Title VI Program. The Zuni Senior Center is defined as a place where older persons can meet together, receive services and participate in activities that will enhance their dignity, support their independence and encourage their involvement in and with the community. The Zuni Senior Center is part of the community’s planning and service delivery structure; as such, it works with other local agencies for the coordination of a comprehensive set of services that meet the needs of older persons and offers information and learning opportunities about aging to interested person. The services that are provided are developed into activity programs designed to enhance the quality of life with activities that are meaningful to all participants. The ultimate goal is to provide adequate recreational services which teach skills for leisure use: offers insurance against loneliness; give opportunity to maintain or renew self-respect: gives opportunities to learn ways of improving one’s health and teaches the older adults that they will have a significant voice in the affairs of the community. Also, the Center must nurture, foster, encourage independence and self-direction. Location: The Zuni Senior Center is located just as you are entering Zuni Pueblo, beneath the Zuni Corn Mountain. It is a new facility, which opened in January of 1999. The Zuni Senior Center is part of the Zuni Tribal Organization and is under the Department of Health and Human Services. The goals and objectives of the program is to provide services to our Zuni elderly in maintaining a quality life with as much independence and dignity as possible. Funding & Who is eligible for Services: The Pueblo of Zuni Senior Center Elderly Services will continue to provide services to Zuni Indian Elderly age 60 years old and over, in the following categories:
Special Annual events: The Senior Center has an Elderly Awareness Day annually in the month of May. |
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Phone:(505) 782-2665 The Zuni Diabetes Project-Wellness Center provides a comprehensive program of fitness services, health promotion and diabetes prevention activities for youth and adults. The program serves over 1000 participants a month and is staffed by 7 full-time certified fitness instructors. One of the Center’s goal is to offer safe and appropriate exercise programs. Community-based exercise programs, cardiovascular cross training, weight lifting circuits, aerobic dance classes and individualized and group education are key activities. The Zuni Wellness Center is a Public Law 93-638 contracted program and managed by the Zuni Tribe under the Health Department. The Zuni Wellness Center services are provided for healthy adults, individuals at high risks and for individuals with known disease. A screening process includes the completion of a health questionnaire, optional fitness assessments and measurements of blood glucose and blood pressure. Another goal of the Wellness Center is to guide and motivate people with diabetes in controlling their condition with lifestyle modifications as an adjunct to pharmacologic management of their disease. Recruitment for individuals with diabetes occurs at the scheduled diabetes clinic on Thursday at the Zuni/Ramah Service Unit . Transportation is provided to individuals referred to the Wellness Center from the hospital or from other agencies. The Wellness Center staff coordinate with other tribal community-based programs and schools to share resources and expertise in disease prevention activity. The Zuni Wellness Center has produced outstanding results demonstrated by high attendance numbers and lifestyle changes. Participation in a community-based exercise program has shown to produce significant weight loss, improvement in glycemic control and reduction in risk of developing diabetes. Various program components of the Wellness Center has been replicated in other tribal communities. Special health promotion events like the “100 Mile Club”, “The Human Race, Zuni Fitness Challenge”, and weight reduction programs like “The Holiday Eating Learning Program” have been exported to other Native communities. The Wellness Center has proven that a well designed, community-based, tribally controlled program, staffed by highly trained and motivated staff can have an impact on diabetes and related diseases. The Zuni Wellness Center has earned national and international recognition as a successful program promoting wellness and health in Zuni and among other native people in the United States and Canada. |
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Phone:(505) 782-5750 The Tribal Head Start program serves over 150 Zuni preschool students. The district provides special education staff for 3-5 year olds with disabilities in the mainstreamed program. Head Start has many parent training programs, volunteer activities and programs open to the community. |
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Phone:(505) 782-3091
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Phone:(505) 782-2299
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Phone:(505) 782-4200 / 4832 / 4833
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Phone:(505) 782-4550 / 4564
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Phone:(505) 782-4600
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Phone:(505) 782-3054
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Phone:(505) 782-4575 / 4554 Visit the Public Library Website for more information.
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Phone:(505) 782-4144
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Phone:(505) 782-4986
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Phone:(505) 782-4131
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Phone:(505) 782-5654
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Phone:(505) 782-7201 / 2929
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Phone:(505) 782-4852 / 5838
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Phone:(505) 782-2214
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