Life Center – Gila River Health Care

Main Phone Number: (520) 562-7940

The Life Center is the community’s resource for health and wellness—a multispecialty clinic focused on health promotion and disease prevention. We partner with patients and families to prevent and manage a range of endocrine and metabolic conditions, including hypo- and hyperthyroidism, diabetes, menopause, and obesity. Using a comprehensive team approach, we develop individualized care plans tailored to each person’s needs. Our services include personal training, nutrition education, diabetes prevention with lifestyle coaching, endocrinology care, nurse practitioner visits, nursing care coordination, home garden setup and education, one-on-one appointments, group classes, and ongoing counseling and support. Patients do not need a physician referral unless they are seeing our endocrinologist.

Our services include, personal training, nutrition education, diabetes prevention with lifestyle coaching, an endocrinologist, nurse practitioners, nursing care coordination, garden set up and education, 1:1 appointments, group classes, and counseling and support throughout your journey. Patients don’t need a physician’s referral unless they are seeing our endocrinologist.

Fitness Center

The Fitness Team is made up of highly trained Fitness Instructors who provide physical and diabetes-related education through personalized and group exercise services. We offer one-on-one fitness sessions, coaching, group classes, independent exercise support, and exercise demonstrations, along with individualized assessments and customized workout programs. The team also provides same-day body composition scans, scheduling, and fitness intakes at all three Life Center locations. Participation requires a completed intake and liability form, patients aged 10 and older, and enrolled in a Federally Recognized tribe.

Counseling and Support

The Diabetes Counseling and Support team offers compassionate, referral-free services at all three Life Center locations to help individuals navigate life with or at risk for diabetes. Through individual counseling, we provide emotional support, healthy coping strategies, and stress-management guidance. Weekly and monthly support groups offer additional community connection, while case management services help link patients to helpful resources. The team also provides tobacco cessation support, teaching strategies for quitting commercial tobacco and maintaining a smoke-free lifestyl

Diabetes Prevention Program

The Registered Dietitian Nutritionists provide compassionate, culturally grounded nutrition care to help you meet your health goals. With extensive experience in clinical and medical nutrition therapy, we support diabetes, heart and kidney conditions, digestive issues, pediatric needs, and weight management. We offer personalized counseling and group education focused on sustainable habits, balanced eating, and a positive relationship with food—honoring traditional foods and cultural values. Our team partners with you to create a realistic, nourishing plan that supports your whole health: mind, body, spirit, and community.

Registered Dietitians

The Diabetes Prevention Program offers an evidence-based lifestyle change program designed to help participants prevent diabetes through sustainable habits. Our Lifestyle Coaches lead fun and engaging 16-week group classes and provide individualized support focused on moderate weight loss, nutrition, and physical activity. Throughout the program, participants enjoy food demonstrations, cooking classes, and exercise sessions to help build long-term healthy routines. Services are available at all three Life Center locations.

Garden Services

The Garden Program offers exceptional gardening assistance to help you grow healthy, seasonal produce right at home. Our expert team provides personalized guidance to support you in creating and maintaining your home garden. We serve as a community seed resource, offer engaging garden classes, and provide volunteer opportunities, along with ongoing education and support.