Haaka (grandmother) Dolores A. Flores, Presente. For her work in the Yaqui communities, the alternative-medicine clinic at New Pascua on South Camino de Oeste will be named after Flores on Thursday. It is a fitting tribute for a woman who labored to improve the physical and mental health of those in her community. Haaka was born in the Yuma area in the 1800s. She was of many Yoeme who had fled Mexico because of t he persecution of the Yaquis. In addition to being a cuandera, Flores’ haaka was a licensed midwife who delivered more than 50 babies here, said Mendoza. Flores would use thousands of years of knowledge to bring holistic remedies and relief to many. She would apply ointments or distill herbs in water to drink. She used oils and mixtures passed on by her haaka. She also treated her patients with words, educating people how to improve their diets with native plants and foods. Flores also traveled to Sonora to consult with other healers and over time returned with the cuanderos and cuanderas to Pascua to heal and pass on the knowledge. Mendoza said her mother, despite her own illness, rarely missed a day at the clinic.Her mother, who was recognized nationally and internationally, was also diligent in documenting her knowledge and work, hoping that others will learn and continue the work inspired over centuries.Pascua to heal and pass on the knowledge. - Arizona Daily Star
Posted on: Tue, 21 Oct 2014 14:33:50 +0000
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