ABOUT US
Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, INC.
HISTORY
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Founded in 1970
in Portland, Oregon, the Native American Rehabilitation Association
of the Northwest, Inc. is an Indian–owned, Indian-operated,
non-profit agency. Originally an outpatient substance abuse
treatment center, NARA NW now operates a residential family
treatment center, an outpatient treatment center, a family resource
program and a primary health care clinic. All services are centered
on the family; it is NARA NW’s philosophy that, “Without the family
circle there will be no future.”
Traditional Indian culture and spirituality have always been an
integral part of NARA NW’s services. In recognition of our service
to American Indian and Alaska Natives, NARA NW has been honored with
a sacred pipe, a totem pole, sacred fire circle, and a drum. The
pipe and drum continue to be used in our sacred ceremonies; the
totem pole stands at the entrance of our residential facility. It is
our philosophy to honor and support the emotional, physical,
spiritual and mental health of our Indian people.
