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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

GANADO, Ariz. – Sage Memorial Hospital Community Health Department is excited to announce a series of upcoming cooking classes focused on the nourishing benefits of Native and Diné foods. The classes, themed “Delicious Diné Cooking Class: Power Up with Protein,” will take place throughout July 2024 at various Chapter Houses.

Participants will engage in hands-on cooking sessions where they will learn to create two nutritious and delicious Diné meals: Rainbow Chili and a balanced protein smoothie using Native ingredients. These classes are designed for individuals of all ages, from children to grandparents, providing a fun and educational experience that emphasizes the importance of protein in our diets.

Event Details:

Locations and Dates:

• Klagetoh Chapter House, July 16, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MDT
• Kinlichee Chapter House, July 17, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MDT
• Greasewood Chapter House, July 24, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MDT
• Wide Ruins Chapter House, July 29, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM MDT

Highlights of the Classes:

• Interactive and engaging sessions suitable for all ages
• Opportunities to experiment with Native ingredients
• Hands-on cooking experience
• Valuable nutrition tips for preparing healthy family meals
• A family-friendly environment welcoming kids, parents, and grandparents

How to Register:

Interested attendees can sign up through the following link: Registration Form. Due to limited space, early registration is highly recommended.

For more information, please contact the Sage Memorial Hospital Community Health Department at (928) 755-4835.

Don’t miss out on this unique culinary adventure! Join us to learn, cook, and celebrate the rich heritage and nourishing benefits of Diné foods.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

GANADO, Ariz. – Sage Memorial Hospital is excited to announce the grand opening of our new facilities in August 2024. This project, years in the making, is entirely self-funded at the total cost of $177 million and will bring advanced healthcare to the surrounding communities.

The new 140,213 square-foot facility includes a hospital, medical office, employee apartments, and a human resource building. These state-of-the-art facilities will offer expanded services such as emergency care, in-patient services, obstetrics, rehabilitation, dental, optometry, and more.

“We are thrilled to introduce this new phase of Sage Memorial Hospital to the community,” said Christian Bigwater, Director of Public Relations and Marketing. “The hospital’s mission has always been to provide quality healthcare for the Dine people with respect, unity, beauty, and harmony, honoring K‘é and the sacredness of life. This new facility embodies that mission.”

The grand opening on August 23, 2024, will feature activities and ceremonies, including a ribbon-cutting, cultural performances, and presentations.

“We invite everyone to join us as we celebrate this significant achievement,” said Bigwater. “It is an exciting time for Sage Memorial Hospital and the community.”

The grand opening event is open to the public. For more information, visit sagememorial.com/grandopening.

ABOUT SAGE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Navajo Health Foundation – Sage Memorial Hospital, Inc. is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation. It is the first Native-managed private comprehensive health care system in the country, and has been managed since 1978 by an independent, entirely Navajo Board of Directors.

Sage Memorial Hospital is the only Native American hospital licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services and accredited by The Joint Commission. Located on private land owned by the Presbyterian Church within the Navajo Nation Reservation, it serves a community of about 11,000. The hospital delivers quality health care for residents of the Ganado, Kinlichee, Klagetoh, Wide Ruins, Lower Greasewood Springs, Cornfields, Nazlini, and Steamboat chapters of the Navajo Nation.