American Indian Health Service of Chicago

American Indian Health Service of Chicago AIHSC is a non-profit organization serving the health needs of American Indians.

The AIHSC was organized and operates exclusively as a non-profit charitable organization with IRS tax exempt status 501c3. The organization is one of 34 urban health centers for American Indians in the United States and the board of directors consist of eleven-member community-based volunteers of which 51 % are American Indians (PL 94-437, Indian Health Care Improvement Act, Title V: Urban Indian

Health Programs). The organization is the only American Indian operated medical and behavioral health clinic in the state of Illinois. The organization provides accessible, preventive health care, and outreach services regardless of one’s inability to pay. The services offered are: medical clinic, behavioral health clinic, alcohol and substance abuse out-patient counseling services and community education, diabetes clinic and community education, domestic violence and suicide prevention programs, HIV testing, education and prevention, and community outreach services /community health worker program.

A reminder! The AIHSC clinic will be closed TOMORROW, Friday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We wi...
06/18/2026

A reminder! The AIHSC clinic will be closed TOMORROW, Friday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We will resume all normal clinic hours and operations on Monday, June 22nd.

American Indian Health Service of Chicago will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. ...
06/12/2026

American Indian Health Service of Chicago will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. We will resume all normal clinic operations on Monday, June 22nd.

We've extended the raffle! Win handmade Native clothing, artwork, jewelry and more. Drawing will now be held at the Gr...
06/11/2026

We've extended the raffle! Win handmade Native clothing, artwork, jewelry and more. Drawing will now be held at the Graduation Powwow at St. Kateri on June 13. Tickets are still available!!! Proceeds will support our Every Child Matters (ECM) Powwow in September. Contact Cyndee or Christine to get your tickets today!!!

06/11/2026

In case you missed it yesterday (or even if you didn't), here's a brief video from the AIHSC Community Picnic where the Blackbird Singers held an open drum/singing practice. After braving the rain that came through at the very start of the picnic, it turned out to be a great evening. Culture, community, music, food, fun - we had it all!!!

Rain? What rain! Still time to come see the Blackbird Singers practicing at LaBagh Woods
06/10/2026

Rain? What rain! Still time to come see the Blackbird Singers practicing at LaBagh Woods

A little rain (ok a lot of rain) isn’t going to slow us down! We’re still here at the AIHSC Community Picnic and Blackbi...
06/10/2026

A little rain (ok a lot of rain) isn’t going to slow us down! We’re still here at the AIHSC Community Picnic and Blackbird Singers drum practice. Lots of food and great company! Come on out and join us now that the rain has let up!

06/10/2026
06/02/2026

June Is Men's Health Awareness Month

Here’s an important message about men’s mental health from Dr. Lyz Amarillo, AIHSC’s Director of Behavioral Health.
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June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, and this is an important reminder to all men that your health matters, both physically and mentally. Too often, men carry stress, anxiety, sadness, substance use, suicidal thoughts, pain, or health concerns in silence while continuing to push through daily responsibilities. Research shows that men are less likely to seek medical care, follow up on symptoms, or openly talk about what they are experiencing emotionally or mentally. However, ignoring symptoms does not make them go away, and taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do for yourself, your family, and your community.

At AIHSC, we want men to know that you are not alone and support is available. We encourage all men to schedule a yearly medical health check-up and seek medical care whenever concerns arise. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health, and Behavioral Health services are available for appointments whenever support is needed. Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, emotionally exhausted, or simply need someone to talk to, there are people here who care and are ready to help from both a medical and behavioral health perspective.

Taking the first step toward care is a sign of strength. Your health matters. Your voice matters. And your well-being matters.

Helpful tools/resources:

https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/men-and-mental-health?

https://headsupguys.org/

https://988lifeline.org/help-yourself/americanindian-alaskanatives-indigenouspeoples/

Address

4326 W. Montrose Avenue
Chicago, IL
60641

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+17738839100

Website

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