The Talihina community came together to celebrate the opening of the new Wellness Center.
Talihina location is the 16th center in the reservation
DURANT, Okla. (June 11, 2025) – The Choctaw Nation Health Services Authority (CNHSA) opened a new Wellness Center in Talihina, Okla. Originally built into the Diabetes Wellness Center building, the new facility makes the 16th Wellness Center for the Nation.
At approximately 10,600 square feet with a half-court gym, general workout area and multifunctional room, the Wellness Center offers year-round, all-weather access to tribal citizens in the Talihina area. The project was built using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
“With heart disease and diabetes at the top of the list of diagnoses for our patients, we feel strongly about providing access to exercise equipment across Southeastern Oklahoma,” says Chase Henson, Wellness Director for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. “We’re so proud to open this beautiful center and can’t wait to see it full of our members!”
The Wellness Center is located at 808 Dallas St. Talihina, OK 74571 and is available for tribal members and associates.
About The Choctaw Nation
The Choctaw Nation is the third-largest Indian Nation in the United States with almost 230,000 tribal members and over 12,000 associates. This ancient people has an oral tradition dating back over 13,000 years. The first tribe over the Trail of Tears, its historic reservation boundaries are in the southeast corner of Oklahoma, covering 10,923 square miles. The Choctaw Nation’s vision, “Living out the Chahta Spirit of faith, family and culture,” is evident as it continues to focus on providing opportunities for growth and prosperity. For more information about the Choctaw Nation, its culture, heritage and traditions, please go to www.choctawnation.com.
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