Program Information

The CWOY Support Navigator program is designed to provide support for American Indian youth, adults, and their families in the He Sapa area who struggle with suicidal thoughts or behaviors. CWOY Support Navigators act as mentors, advocates, and resource guides for American Indian youth, adults, and families needing support for their healing and personal growth. Services offered include:

• One-on-one mentorship
• Advocacy
• Individualized care planning
• Outings, activities and workshops
• Transportation to appointments
• Collaboration with behavioral health resources
• Coordination for success in academic programs
• Communication with family members
• Connecting participants to peer and community programs in support of healing goals
• Skill-building
• Mental health counseling
• Therapuetic circles

Eligibility

American Indian youth and adults of all ages living in the He Sapa area (Pennington County) who have at least one of the following are invited to participate: at risk for suicide, experience with ongoing suicidal thoughts, self-harming behavior, severe substance misuse, isolationist behavior, or recent experience with high-level trauma. Families are welcome to enroll.

Disabilities access

Accessible parking, route, entrance, and restroom.

Required Documents

None

Application Process

Call to set up an appointment (605) 721-0334.