College of the Muscogee Nation Health and Wellness services offer resources and information to promote mental health, prevention, and awareness to CMN students and the community. CMN values the health and well-being of our students and recognizes the prevalence of mental health struggles in college students. CMN Health and Wellness Services aspire to eliminate the stigma connected to mental health by promoting a positive atmosphere that encourages students to understand the importance of seeking help, if needed.
No results.
College of the Muscogee Nation Health and Wellness Health Shelf was created to help reduce stress for students by offering hygiene items at no cost to students! The Health Shelf is supplied by donations from generous individuals.
OSUIT (Okmulgee campus) Pete’s Pantry is available to CMN students. This is a food, hygiene, and clothing pantry and is free to current CMN students. Pete’s Pantry does not supply bags for items, if you need a reusable tote/bag, please stop by CMN Health and Wellness offices located in the CMN administrative building. CMN students must present their CMN student ID to utilize Pete’s Pantry.
CMN Health and Wellness Services focuses on providing case management to facilitate students with counseling services on behavioral and mental health issues. CMN is dedicated to empowering and improving the students’ knowledge and accessibility to these services. CMN Health and Wellness Services’ goal is to eliminate the stigma associated with behavioral and mental health issues so that individuals are comfortable seeking and following through with services. Staff members are knowledgeable of Native American viewpoints of health services and can provide a sensitive approach to making students feel comfortable with seeking help. The cultural context of CMN is incorporated into every aspect of the institution and every student will be afforded respect and confidentiality in line with policy and cultural norms.
The Oretv (Achieve) program is to assist currently enrolled College of the Muscogee Nation students experiencing unforeseen financial emergencies, which may prevent academic completion.
Case management is a service that assists students with accessing resources and/or services, assesses students’ needs to develop a service plan that consists of objectives that the student is required to complete, and coordinates treatment between the student and behavioral health services.
The case manager will assess the student’s issues in order to identify any specific needs and goals. Coordinated services and resources may include, but are not limited to behavioral health care, substance abuse, mental health care, and social services. The case management service promotes self-efficacy, community integration, and resource acquisition.
The Health and Wellness Service provides programs and events designed to create a positive learning environment through Native American cultural teachings, customs, and traditions. Each program and event will incorporate life-long learning that facilitates communication, wellness, and fulfillment.
An advisory board was created to provide oversight and direction of the service goals. The advisory board consists of CMN administration, Health and Wellness Case Managers, Grant Coordinator, and a program evaluator. The advisory board meets once per month to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate the needs and activities of the program. The specific duties of the board are to prepare a written report to the CMN President on a quarterly basis and to the SAMHSA administration on an annual basis. The board members bring valuable experience in their respected professions along with a cultural understanding of Native American values of respect and humility. These values are incorporated into the planning of the Health and Wellness Service programs.
CMN Health and Wellness Services aims to increase the awareness within the Native American population of behavioral health, substance abuse, and mental wellness. CMN Health and Wellness Services provide support and outreach within the local community. CMN Health and Wellness Services meet with MCN chartered communities, clinics, and area schools to promote the program and gather information.
