WindRose Health Network (WHN) and the Chin Center (Chin Community of Indiana - CCI) are pleased to announce a new partnership to embed behavioral health services directly within the Chin Center’s location, expanding access to culturally responsive care for Burmese and Chin individuals and families.
The partnership is designed to make behavioral health care easier to access by bringing services into a trusted, familiar community setting. James Tluang, LMHCA, will serve as the behavioral health provider embedded at CCI located at 2524 E. Stop 11 Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227. Behavioral health services are expected to be available at the CCI location on Tuesdays from 1:00–5:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m., with a planned 2026 Summer launch. The organizations are finalizing referral coordination, intake and scheduling workflows, interpretation support, privacy-focused clinical space, technology integration, regulatory signage, and community outreach.
The need for this partnership is significant. Indianapolis is home to one of the largest Burmese-Chin immigrant population communities in the United States. CCI reports that the Chin population has grown to more than 35,000 people as of 2023, reflecting the size and importance of the community served through this partnership.
Many Chin individuals and families, and other ethnic groups from Myanmar, can benefit from behavioral health support but may face barriers related to language, cultural understanding, transportation, stigma, trust, and navigating the healthcare system. By embedding services at CCI, WindRose and CCI are creating a more accessible pathway to care for individuals and families who may otherwise delay or avoid behavioral health services.
“This partnership reflects exactly what community health should be, care that meets people where they are, in places they already know and trust,” said Scott Rollett, CEO of WindRose Health Network. “With HRSA approval secured, we are proud to move forward with the Chin Community of Indiana to expand behavioral health access for Burmese and Chin families in a way that honors trust, language, culture, and community connection.”
The embedded model will help connect community members to behavioral health services, referral coordination, intake support, interpretation workflows, and patient education in a setting that is already familiar to many families. The goal is to reduce barriers to care while supporting individuals and families experiencing mental health concerns, trauma, substance use challenges, family stress, and other behavioral health needs.
“Many Burmese and Chin families in our community would benefit from behavioral health services that understand their language, culture, and lived experiences,” said Isabella Tuimuk, program director with the Chin Community of Indiana. “Having WindRose provide care within a trusted community space helps reduce fear, confusion, and stigma, while giving individuals and families a welcoming place to begin receiving support.”
The partnership also strengthens community-based prevention and early intervention. By improving access to behavioral health care earlier and closer to home, WindRose and CCI aim to support better long-term health outcomes, reduce isolation, improve care coordination, and create a trusted pathway for families who may need support.
The two organizations are also planning a soft opening and community outreach efforts to introduce the service to community members, pastors, stakeholders, and families. Future discussions may include additional opportunities for education, peer recovery support, and expanded care models.
“This is a meaningful step forward,” Rollett added. “When health care providers and community leaders work together, we can build systems of care that are more compassionate, accessible, and responsive to real community needs.”
About WindRose Health Network:
At Windrose Health Network, our mission is to revolutionize health and wellness by delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and personalized primary health care services. We embrace innovation and evidence-based practices to foster a compassionate, inclusive environment that meets the evolving needs of our diverse community. Guided by a commitment to patient-centered care, we strive to create a sustainable future where every individual can attain their optimal health and well-being.
Established in 1996, WHN offers preventative and integrated primary care across four sites of care in Marion, Johnson and Bartholomew County and one pharmacy in Marion County. For more information, visit: WindRoseHealth.net or follow ,us on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook.
About the Chin Community of Indiana
The Chin Community of Indiana serves and supports Chin individuals and families through community connection, cultural preservation, education, advocacy, and access to resources that strengthen health, stability, and opportunity. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life by empowering our community to be self-sufficient and engaging in cultural, social, and economic development while promoting racial harmony, goodwill, and justice in the society.
For further information, please contact:
Name: Dr. Sarah Ward
WindRose Health Network, Director of Community Health Affairs
Phone: 317-680.9501
Cell: 317-501-6740
E: SWard@WindRoseHealth.net