The Indian Health Service (IHS) aims to elevate the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of American Indians and Alaska Natives to the highest level. Its mission encompasses a commitment to improving health management capabilities and services within Tribal communities, emphasizing public health functions and resilience building.
The grant program aims to increase the number of Indian Clinical Psychologists delivering health care services in American Indian and Alaska Native communities. It focuses on recruiting and training individuals to become Clinical Psychologists and provides scholarships covering tuition, books, fees, and living expenses for those enrolled in schools of clinical psychology.