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Lorelei DeCora, R.N., B.S.N.
The answer to everything we are facing lies within our traditions…Before we can start talking about nutrition, we have to renew the spiritual connection our people had with food as a gift from the creator. |
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Community Health Leaders
1993
Area(s) of expertise:
Diabetes
Health promotion
Leader’s Biography 1993:
Administrative Consultant, Porcupine Clinic, Porcupine, SD
DeCora's organizational and negotiating skills helped establish the first community-owned and operated health center on a reservation in the country. It brings needed medical services to a remote area of Pine Ridge Reservation and serves as a symbol of hope for all Native American Indians.
Where this Leader can be reached today:
Consultant Project Director
Seva Foundation, Diabetes Talking Circles Project
P.O. Box 225
Winnebago, NE 68071
Phone: (402) 878-2392
Email: ldecora@seva.org |
