{"id":1077,"date":"2026-09-11T17:49:59","date_gmt":"2026-09-11T17:49:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/nasssp\/?page_id=1077"},"modified":"2026-09-11T17:50:00","modified_gmt":"2026-09-11T17:50:00","slug":"people-of-the-west-series-resource-hub","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/nasssp\/people-of-the-west-series-resource-hub\/","title":{"rendered":"People of the West Series Resource Hub"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Welcome to the People of the West Resource Hub. This page was created to support ongoing learning, reflection, wellness, and community engagement following the People of the West screening series at Palomar College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The stories shared through this documentary series explore Indigenous histories, lived experiences, resilience, stewardship, and community leadership. We invite you to continue the conversation, learn more, access support services, and connect with resources available at Palomar College and throughout San Diego County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Need Immediate Support?<\/summary>\n<p><strong>Crisis Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call or text 988 for immediate emotional support 24 hours a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Students<\/summary>\n<p><strong>Behavioral Health Counseling Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (760) 891-7531<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/bhcs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the Behavioral Health Counseling Services Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NSPIRE Program<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:nspire@palomar.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Email NSPIRE Program<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Faculty &amp; Staff<\/summary>\n<p><strong>Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) through Anthem Blue Cross<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The following services are available to employees and retirees regardless of if you are on Anthem or Kaiser medical coverage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The benefits of this plan cover all employee family members and people living with the employee&#8217;s home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All services are 100% confidential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Services include:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Six (6) free telephonic, online, or in-person counseling (in-person appointments can cause delays) visits per issue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>30-minute free phone or in-person legal consultation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free phone meeting with financial professionals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free help with ID recovery and reporting to consumer credit agencies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many online resources such as articles, workbooks, webinars, dependent and daily living resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Call:<\/strong> (800) 999-7222 or go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anthemEAP.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.anthemEAP.com<\/a> and enter the company code = SISC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.anthemEAP.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Anthem Blue Cross<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Tribal Community Members<\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/indianhealth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit Indian Health Council Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sihc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit Southern Indian Health Council Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Crisis Support<\/summary>\n<p><strong>988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Call or text 988 for immediate emotional support 24 hours a day.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Continue Learning<\/summary>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>American Indian Studies at Palomar College<\/summary>\n<p>Palomar College has a long history of supporting Native student success and is home to one of the earlies American Indian Studies programs among California community colleges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong> ais@palomar.edu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/ais\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">American Indian Studies Program Website<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/palomar.curriqunet.com\/catalog\/iq\/CreditPrograms\/Alphabetical\/AmericanIndianStudies-CA\/Requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Courses &amp; Certificate Information<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>People of the West Series<\/summary>\n<p>Learn more about the documentary series, featured stories, and related educational opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/peopleofthewest.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vist People of the West Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Native Student Support at Palomar College<\/summary>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>NSPIRE Program<\/summary>\n<p>The Native Student Support Program for Inclusion, Resilience, and Education (NSPIRE) provides culturally affirming support services including academic support, counseling connections, transportation assistance, educational supplies, and community-building opportunities for American Indian and Alaska Native students at Palomar College.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (760) 744-1150 ext. 3772<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong> nspire@palomar.edu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> MD-132, Palomar College, San Marcos Campus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/nasssp\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the NSPIRE Program Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Native American Resource Center<\/summary>\n<p>The Native American Resource Center provides a physical welcoming space where students can access study spaces, computers, printers, tutoring, community connections, and culturally relevant support.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Native American Student Alliance (NASA) Club<\/summary>\n<p>The NASA Club provides opportunities for students to build community, engage in leadership development, participate in cultural events, and create connections with Native students across campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Email:<\/strong> nasa@palomar.edu<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Student Wellness &amp; Support Services<\/summary>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Behavioral Health Counseling Service<\/summary>\n<p>Behavioral Health Counseling Services offers free, confidential, culturally informed mental health counseling for enrolled Palomar College students. Services include individual counseling, couples counseling, group counseling, consultation, outreach, and referrals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (760) 891-7531<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/bhcs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the Behavioral Health Counseling Services Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Student Health Center<\/summary>\n<p>The Student Health Center provides physical health services, wellness resources, and referrals to support students throughout their academic journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (760) 891-7530<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignwide is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.palomar.edu\/shc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit the Student Health Center Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Tribal &amp; Community Wellness Resources<\/summary>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Indian Health Council (IHC)<\/summary>\n<p>Indian Health Council is a Native-led health organization serving Native American communities in North San Diego County. Services include primary medical care, behavioral health, dental care, substance use treatment, community wellness programs, prevention services, and family support programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Main Office:<\/strong> 50100 Golsh Road, Valley Center, CA 92082<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (760) 749-1410<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Services May Include<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Behavioral Health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Substance Use Disorder Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevention Programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Youth &amp; Family Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community Wellness Programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/indianhealth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit Indian Health Council Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Southern Indian Health Council (SIHC)<\/summary>\n<p>Southern Indian Health Council is a Native American organization providing medical, behavioral health, social services, and wellness programs rooted in Indigenous values and traditions. It serves Tribal Communities throughout East County and Southern San Diego County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phone:<\/strong> (619) 445-1188<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Services May Include<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Behavioral Health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Medical Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Community Wellness Programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Youth Programs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevention Services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tribal Community Resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons alignfull is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sihc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visit Southern Indian Health Council Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Tribal Behavioral Health Programs<\/summary>\n<p>Many Tribal Nations throughout San Diego County offer behavioral health, wellness, cultural, prevention, youth, and family support services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact your Tribal Government, Tribal TANF office, Tribal Education Department, or Tribal Health Department for locally available resources.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Reflection Questions<\/summary>\n<p>Take a moment to continue the conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What story stayed with you most?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What did you learn that you did not know before?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How does this series connect to your community?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What responsibility do we have to future generations?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is one conversation you want to continue after today?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What action can you take to support your community?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the People of the West Resource Hub. 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