Urban Indian Health Institute

The Urban American Indian/Alaska Native Maternal, Infant and Child Health Capacity Needs Assessment was created to better understand the maternal, infant and child health services available to urban American Indians and Alaska Natives. The Urban Indian Health Institute conducted a maternal, infant and child health Capacity Needs Assessment. We surveyed the 34 urban Indian health organizations nationwide. The survey included questions about the populations served and the services provided to women, infant, child and youth groups. Descriptive analyses were used to summarize information about site accessibility, quality and affordability of services in aggregate. Potential barriers to care for women, infant, child and youth clients were also assessed. The findings of the assessment may be used to identify specific areas where greater attention is needed to enhance services for women, infants, children and youth.

Contact: Shira Rutman, phone 415-374-7868