WINDOW ROCK – Under the leadership of Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren, the care, dignity, and wellbeing of Navajo elders continue to stand at the heart of the administration’s priorities.
From infrastructure upgrades to expanded services, significant progress has been made to ensure elders receive the respect and support they deserve.
Key accomplishments include:
- $13.3 million ADA initiative bringing 164 tribal buildings into compliance, improving accessibility and safety for elders and individuals with disabilities
- Advancement of the Senior Centers Assessment and Improvement Plan, strengthening 86 centers across the Navajo Nation, with a goal of 100 percent operational status in 2026
- Reopening of 23 senior centers, including Tohatchi, Nazlini, St. Michaels, and Jeddito, restoring vital services to communities
- Standardized nutrition programs, activity calendars, and home-delivery services supporting over 10,000 elders annually
- $184 million in Sihasin Fund investments supporting 87 senior center projects, including renovations and new construction
- Opening of the Tselani/Cottonwood Senior Center, a $3.27 million facility serving more than 380 community members
- Launch of ADA upgrades across Chinle, Fort Defiance, and Shiprock, with continued investments totaling over $16 million
- Introduction of 13 new transportation vehicles to improve elder access to essential services
- Expansion plans for home-based services, mentorship programs, and virtual engagement opportunities for elders
These efforts reflect a broader vision to keep elders close to their families and communities through strong local support systems, including senior centers, assisted living facilities, and home-based care.
President Nygren continues to advocate for long-term investments, including a proposed $500 million infrastructure initiative to modernize senior services and community facilities across the Navajo Nation.
Through these actions, the administration is improving services and ensuring that Navajo elders remain honored, supported, and never forgotten.
