OVERVIEW

The Gila River Injury Prevention Program was established in 2008 to address the high rates of injuries caused by motor vehicle collisions and elder falls. The Program is administratively under the oversight of the Tribal Health Department and has two staff members that facilitate the program. Mrs. Jolene Martine is the Injury Prevention Specialist and Ms. Destiny Kessay is the Injury Prevention Technician.

 

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Gila River Injury Prevention Program (GRIPP) is to enhance the health status of the Gila River Indian Community (GRIC) by reducing injuries caused by motor vehicle crashes and prevent falls among older adults.

 

“KEEPING OUR ELDERS AND CHILDREN SAFE”

 

CONTACT INFORMATION

 

Tribal Health Department

433 W. Seed Farm Road, Sacaton, Arizona 85147

Phone:  520.562.5100   

Fax:  520.562.5196