Xaʔtu̓s -First Face- for Mental Health

Xaʔtu̓s -First Face- for Mental Health xaʔtu̓s (pronounced hah-toos) is the Salish word for First Face. It describes an individual who steps up for someone in crisis
https://linktr.ee/firstface

Our thoughts and prayers go out to our Umatilla Community members impacted by the Hagen Fire. This has been a devastatin...
08/13/2026

Our thoughts and prayers go out to our Umatilla Community members impacted by the Hagen Fire. This has been a devastating year when it comes to fire season here in the Pacific North West.

Make sure you are taking care of yourselves and helping others when you can. Check the air quality before going out and be aware of evacuation notices.

If you need to evacuate, Neighbor 2 Neighbor Pendleton is serving as a shelter to those impacted by the fire:
715 SE Court Ave
Pendleton, Oregon

If you have livestock that need to be relocated, you can take them to the Union County Fairgrounds

Thank you to the Kootenai Tribe for letting us table at their Health Fair on July 29th to hand out information on our da...
08/11/2026

Thank you to the Kootenai Tribe for letting us table at their Health Fair on July 29th to hand out information on our data dissemination evaluating the effects of the First Face (xaʔtu̓s) for Mental Health training. A special thank you to Chapa Chicken Ranch for catering some delicious goodies.

We look forward to the future of First Face and sharing more with you. Keep an eye out for future posts as we continue to plan dissemination events for the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Spokane Tribe, Colville, and Umatilla.

As wildfires are impacting our communities, the First Face Team would like to share some tips when it comes to wild fire...
08/10/2026

As wildfires are impacting our communities, the First Face Team would like to share some tips when it comes to wild fires.

🚗Follow evacuation orders and plan evacuation routes
📱Sign up for emergency alerts and stay informed on the latest news of the wildfires in your area
☁️Be aware of air quality in you area

Remember the first step in our Healing Hands tool, safety first! We hope you all stay safe during these challenging times.

Thank you to the Nez Perce Tribe for hosting us at the Lapwai High School in Lapwai, ID on July 28th for our data dissem...
08/10/2026

Thank you to the Nez Perce Tribe for hosting us at the Lapwai High School in Lapwai, ID on July 28th for our data dissemination evaluating the effects of the First Face (xaʔtu̓s) for Mental Health training. A special thank you to Whitman for catering our delicious dinner.

We look forward to the future of First Face and sharing more with you. Keep an eye out for future posts as we continue to plan dissemination events for the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Spokane Tribe, Colville, and Umatilla.


Thank you to the Kalispel Tribe for hosting us at the Camas Center in Usk, WA on July 21st for our data dissemination ev...
08/07/2026

Thank you to the Kalispel Tribe for hosting us at the Camas Center in Usk, WA on July 21st for our data dissemination evaluating the effects of the First Face (xaʔtu̓s) for Mental Health training. A special thank you toMellany's Bakery, Café & Soup Kitchen for catering our delicious lunch.

We look forward to the future of First Face and sharing more with you. Keep an eye out for future posts as we continue to plan dissemination events for the Coeur d'Alene Tribe, Spokane Tribe, Colville, and Umatilla.

The First Face Team send our condolences to those impacted by the Mitre Rock Fire on the Spokane Tribe Reservation. We'r...
08/07/2026

The First Face Team send our condolences to those impacted by the Mitre Rock Fire on the Spokane Tribe Reservation. We're keeping our community members in our thoughts and prayers.

We would like to share a list of resources for those impacted by the fire.

Evacuation locations:
Powwow Grounds available for camping
Wellpinit Longhouse has sleeping & shower availability
Westend Community Center has water available for residents still in the area

Additionally, the Spokane Tribe has started a relief fund. Use the links below to donate.
Online donation:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/TUN5ZX9Q8BYF4
Additional donation option:
https://www.paypal.me/stoifirerelief

Please share these links with anyone who would like to support the relief and recovery efforts. All contributions will be directed to the official Spokane Tribe Mitre Rock Fire Relief Fund.

Additional resources for the Spokane Complex Fires shared by NAMI can be found at this link:
https://www.nami.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026.8.4-Spokane-Washington-Fire-Resources.pdf

To our Colville Tribe community, here's an event for those impacted by the wildfires on the reservation. Don't be afraid...
08/05/2026

To our Colville Tribe community, here's an event for those impacted by the wildfires on the reservation. Don't be afraid to reach out for help! Your community has resources for you. Feel free to share with anyone you know that can benefit from attending.

07/28/2026

Correction to previous post about Nez Perce Tribe event:

Event details in this image and caption are now accurate.

We hope to see you there!

We are headed to the Nez Perce Tribe at the Lapwai High School at 230 Main St S, Lapwai, ID 83540 on July 28th from 5-7PM.

The CIRCLE team is presenting the findings from our community surveys, reflecting the experiences of Nez Perce Tribal members. Dinner will be provided.

Feel free to message us if you have any questions!

We are headed to the Kootenai Tribe Health Fair at 100 Circle Dr., Bonners Ferry, ID 83805, on July 29th from 10 AM–3 PM...
07/22/2026

We are headed to the Kootenai Tribe Health Fair at 100 Circle Dr., Bonners Ferry, ID 83805, on July 29th from 10 AM–3 PM. The CIRCLE team will be at a table sharing information about our First Face for Mental Health study, highlighting what we have learned through community surveys, and answering questions. Light snacks and drinks will be available at our table. Feel free to message us if you have any questions!

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5600 E 8th Avenue
Spokane Valley, WA
99212

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