Cherokees of Orange County offers a program designed to provide assistance to Cherokee individuals, families, and groups in need, that are located in Southern California, called “Taking Care of Our Own”.
All funds raised through meeting and special event fundraisers, along with member and corporate donations, will be available to assist those in need in various areas, such as medical, educational, and special needs assistance.

The Cherokees of Orange County council and its membership manage the program.

To read full program regulations and about the application process to see if you qualify for Taking Care of Our Own assistance, please click here

For a Taking Care of Our application click here

Los Angeles American Indian Health Program
1125 W 6th Street Suite 103
Los Angeles CA 90017-1811
213-202-3970 phone
213-202-3977 fax

Open weekdays 8:00am to 5:00pm
Open some scheduled Saturdays and evenings
for more info: United American Indian Involvement, Inc. (Los Angeles)

There is no Orange County location at this time. Be prepared to present your tribal
blue card at the facilities.

Southern California Health Programs
American Indian Health & Services Corporation (Santa Barbara)
American Indian Health Project of Bakersfield
Cabazon Band of Mission Indians (Indio)
Indian Health Council, Inc. (Valley Center)
Orange County Health Information
Riverside/San Bernardino County Indian Health (Banning)
San Diego American Indian Health Center
Santa Ynez Tribal Health Program
Southern Indian Health Council, Inc. (Alpine)
Sycuan Band of Mission Indians (El Cajon)
United American Indian Involvement, Inc. (Los Angeles)

Please click on the above links for more information about each location.
It is recommended that you verify eligibility for services prior to your visit.