Redding Rancheria’s Discover Health Fair
On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, the Redding Rancheria turned the Win-River Resort & Casino Events Center and Redding Rancheria Community Center into a lively hub of wellness, learning, and community spirit for our Annual Discover Health Fair!
Nearly 100 health and wellness vendors, arts and crafts creators, and food artisans filled the space with color, energy, and inspiration. Guests took advantage of free health screenings offered by the incredible staff of the Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System, everything from diabetes prescreens and blood pressure checks to body fat analysis and more. We also partnered with Vitalant for an on-site lifesaving blood drive, collecting 11 pints. Thank you to every donor who rolled up a sleeve to help save lives!
But it wasn’t just about checkups, it was about celebration! Native American dancers graced the stage with vibrant performances, KIXE brought beloved characters-Clifford the Big Red Dog and Elmo to spread smiles, and the crowd cheered as the Stormtrooper Ranch marched in with galactic style.
By the end of the day, more than 300 guests had received health screenings, and hundreds more left with new knowledge, fresh inspiration, and happy memories. The 2025 Discover Health Fair was more than a success, it was a celebration of health, community, and the joy of discovering new ways to live our best lives!
Vendor Booths at the Health Fair
Pow Wow Dance Demonstration
Redding Rancheria’s Discover Health Fair
Back to SchoolRedding Rancheria Head Start & Child Care
Summer is over and that means school is back in session! Beginning on August 7th, the Redding Rancheria Head Start & Child Care is in full swing with some new friendly faces!
We are so happy to welcome all of the kids back to school. Their smiles, energy, and curiosity light up our classrooms, and our teachers cannot wait to see all the amazing things they will learn and accomplish this year. Head Start & Child Care is proud to offer cultural education alone side Head Start Standards for our students.
Here is to a great year together filled with growth, laughter, and new adventures.
Our New Students and Thier Families
August All Staff Coming Together for Greatness
On Wednesday, August 27th, our team gathered for the bi-annual All Staff Meeting—an event we look forward to every April and August. This event was organized by our Human Resources department, and was jam-packed with essential trainings, updates, and, of course, a whole lot of fun! Our staff had the opportunity to hear updates on the Health Village. We value the health of our all people. We value the connections that bind us our choices and birth our future! The future of healthcare is in our hands and it brings a peaceful feeling.
Additionally, we received valuable updates from our Wellness Department and played a fun game of Guess the Baby with our Leadership Development Team. The meeting concluded on a high note with a lively All Staff Raffle.
Center for Advanced Care Offers Specialty Care and more!
Dr. Mohamed Khan, MD
Cardiologist
Dr. Mohamed Khan, an Interventional Cardiologist and Peripheral Arterial Specialist with an interest in hypertension, was born in South Africa. After graduating as valedictorian, he was awarded a full academic United Nations Scholarship to pursue a career in medicine at the esteemed University of Alexandria in Egypt, where he graduated in 1983.
Dr. Khan’s mother, who had diabetes, lost her battle to heart disease at a young age, only 52 years old. Motivated by this personal experience, Dr. Khan focused his attention to cardiovascular disease. He received his cardiovascular fellowship training at the UC Davis Medical Center. Along with his colleagues at the Cardiovascular Institute of the South, Dr. Khan pioneered a “hands-on” fully accredited peripheral arterial disease interventional training program. Through the program, he trained over 1,000 physicians in the art of intervention and peripheral arterial disease.
In 2001, Dr. Khan was one of only 194 physicians throughout the United States and Canada to be designated as a clinical hypertension specialist. He is recognized as a lifetime member of the American Registry of Outstanding Professionals.
Amongst numerous academic and humanitarian awards, his proudest accomplishment was in 1991, when he founded a free medical clinic in honor of his mother, which is now affiliated with the UC Davis Medical Center.
Honoring the Families of the Redding Rancheria
At the Redding Rancheria, we are proud to be a family oriented employer. Across health, government, education, and enterprise, many of our employees do not just work side by side — they are family. That connection is what makes our community so strong.
We are excited to share the stories of families who work together here, highlighting both the strength of our workforce and the traditions that guide us forward.
Brothers - Carlos and Tony
Carlos: “I would like to thank the Redding Rancheria and Win River Casino for allowing me the opportunity to be who I am today.”
Tony: “I would like to thank the Redding Rancheria and Win River Casino for helping me grow and build my future.”
Celebrating the People Who Make our Tribe Stronger Together
Father and Daughter - Jason and Darrah
Jason: “Being able to work under my uncle meant a lot to me, and it is an honor to carry on something he started.”
Darrah: “One of the most memorable times was when we started the Turtle Dip. Our whole department joined in, and it was a lot of fun.”
We are proud of the journeys, growth, and dedication of our team members. Together, we are building a lasting legacy for future generations.
RRTHS Supports Nourish & Flourish Event at Redding Farmers Market
In recognition of National Farmers Market Week, Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System collaborated with community organizations to celebrate all that makes Farmers Market great. On Saturday August 9th, the Redding Farmers Market at the City Hall in Redding offered free Health Screenings, Health & Nutrition Education, Back to School 7th Grade Vaccinations, Mobile mammogram referrals, Meet local Doctors and learn more about being a Rural Health Care Provider, and pathways to medical careers.
Attendees were able to receive free Farm Bucks – redeemable at the vendors of the farmers market and used as cash to purchase food, prizes and more! We were given the honor to collaborate with these amazing organizations.
Event Partners: Partnership Health, Anderson Rx, Shasta Community Health Center, Redding Rancheria, Mountain Valleys Health Centers, Shasta Regional, Dignity Health, Telemed2U, Healthy Rural California, Health Alliance of Northern California
2025 Trinity Health Fair
On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System became the epicenter of health & wellness, learning, and community spirit for our 3rd Annual Trinity Health Fair in the beautiful Weaverville area.
All around the health campus, the feeling of excitement and learning, featuring everything from free health screenings to craft vendors, delicious food, Squishy Doodle face painting, wellness education and holistic medicine. Much like the Discover Health Fair in Redding, the Trinity Health Fair offers free health screenings and health education for anyone that stops by!
The Redding Rancheria Tribal Health System is thrilled to be part of this vibrant community and to offer services that boost the health and wellness of our people. A huge thank you to everyone who came out, explored our vendors, joined the raffle, and supported Husky’s Indian Tacos. We can’t wait to see you all again next year!
Thanks to our Vendors and Health Staff for making this happen
Tribal Member HighlightTyler Hayward
Tribal Member paramedic, Tyler Hayward, was recently awarded a field save pin for his recent work in saving a patient’s life. Hayward was able to successfully resuscitate the patient that was in cardiac arrest.
A Field Save pin, awarded by American Medical Response (AMR), is a recognition given to paramedics who achieve what is known as a “field save.” A field save occurs when paramedics respond to a patient who is technically dead, unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse, and are able to bring them back to life using their advanced life support training. Field saves are rare events, but when they do happen, they highlight the critical value of having well-trained paramedics on the scene.
The Field Save pin serves as both an honor and a symbol of the lifesaving difference these professionals make in their communities.
Tribal Member HighlightMichael Potter
Tribal Member Michael Potter has been awarded a CILA (California Indian Law Association) scholarship! He is a law student at UC Davis and serves as Vice President of NALSA and a board member of the Tribal Justice Project. Michael and his wife are raising their two children with intention and care. He is building a career grounded in Tribal sovereignty, cultural preservation, and intergovernmental advocacy. This fall he will be joining the Water Justice Clinic and work for the Circle Law Group in the Summer of 2026!
Employee Of The Month
Please help us congratulate Sheena Wiegand for earning Employee of the Month for August 2025. Sheena has gone above and beyond to help meet the ongoing needs of the Finance department. Sheena has stepped up during recent staffing shortages to fill in wherever help is needed while maintaining her daily responsibilities. Sheena maintains a positive attitude with every situation and is a huge asset to the Redding Rancheria. Sheena truly embodies what it means to be a great team player in the office and on the softball field. We are proud of your efforts and applaud your dedication! We are thankful for all you do to help Redding Rancheria be at its best!
