Works to end premature birth and other problems that threaten babies. Focus includes policy and advocacy for maternal and infant health policies and research in the areas of genetics, hormones and metabolism, and social detrimental of health.

A private, non-profit organization, paid by Medicare, to work with healthcare providers, communities, and Medicare consumers and families in the state and region to improve healthcare. Offers technical assistance, tailored education, best practices, tools and resources to aid in healthcare improvement. Information about the quality of care provided in local nursing homes and home health agencies is available by logging onto Medicare's website and clicking on Nursing Home Compare or Home Health Compare. Or call (800) MEDICARE (800) 633-4227 for a written report.

Enhances tribal research infrastructure by continuing to build the research review capacity, educating through community engagement, and exercising tribal sovereignty through research data management. The office keeps a list of current research projects, hosts a research review board meeting, and processes permits for approved research/information gathering projects. The office also answers questions related to volunteering for research projects.