The Karuk Tribe said it has secured $1.5 million in federal funding to build workforce housing for healthcare professionals serving its communities.
The funding comes through the Indian Health Service’s Staff Quarters Construction Program. The tribe said its proposal ranked among the top eight projects selected for full funding from 22 eligible applications nationwide.
The award will fund construction of three three-bedroom homes for healthcare professionals and other essential personnel as part of a larger workforce housing development already underway.
“Housing is a critical component of building and sustaining a strong workforce that delivers essential services to our people,” Karuk Tribe Chairman Russell “Buster” Attebery said in a statement. “These new homes will help us recruit and retain the professionals needed to support critical programs, strengthen our workforce, and contribute to the Tribe’s long-term stability, growth, and resilience.”
The tribe said the additional housing will help improve recruitment and retention of healthcare workers, strengthen continuity of care and expand access to services across its service area. Construction is expected to begin after final approvals and completion of pre-construction requirements.
The Karuk Tribe operates a regional health system serving communities across Siskiyou and Humboldt counties, with medical and dental clinics in Happy Camp, Yreka and Orleans, according to its website.
The tribal health program provides primary care, dental services, women’s health, chronic disease management, behavioral health, substance use treatment, outreach and other health and human services for tribal members and other residents within its service area.
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