Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake

Many American Indians and Alaska Natives live along the Wasatch Front, including tribes that are native to Utah such as the Ute, Paiute, Goshute, Shoshone and Navajo (Dine'). Some are young adults coming to attend college either at University of Utah or Salt Lake Community College. Some are families who moved to Salt Lake City to better their lives by taking a new job in the city. The Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake serves as a gathering place where people can come to participate in familiar Native American community activities, such as Pow Wows, providing a comfort zone for those who are far away from home. Some of the people may need help with finding work, or need the basic staples of life to assist them until they get on their feet, and they can turn to the Urban Indian Center of Salt Lake for assistance with health care, mental health care, and other needs. The UIC-SL provides services that identify critical health risks and educate clients concerning preventive care, encouraging better overall health, well-being and enjoyment of life within the American Indian community.