Tribal member launches eco-friendly cleaning business

By Danielle Harrison

Smoke Signals editor

Tribal member Amber Case-Eastman is hoping to turn her passion for natural, non-toxic cleaning products that help her community into a successful business venture with Red Road Cleaning Co. LLC.

She’s already achieved one milestone: Becoming an Indian Owned Business through the Tribal Employment Rights Program.

This milestone was achieved right around the same time as another one: It has been 10 years since Case-Eastman was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer and stage three endometrial cancer.

“Ten years ago, I was told I was terminal,” she said. “Today, I own my own business, healthy and grateful for our community.”

Case-Eastman first began to get interested in cleaning while working for the Tribe’s Community Health program and witnessing the effect it had on clients.

“A clean home isn’t just about appearance, it brings relief,” she said. “It helps people breathe easier, feel less overwhelmed and regain a sense of dignity, no matter the barriers they’re facing. That stayed with me.”

After cancer, addiction and ongoing health challenges, Case-Eastman said she needed to find her path.

“I had to find a way forward that fit within my limits but still aligned with who I am,” she said. “This is something I’ve wanted for years and I finally stepped into it. I was meant for the Red Road. Red Road Cleaning Co. is my toxic takeback. Less chemicals. More health. Less judgment. More care.”

Case-Eastman offers eco-friendly, pet and child safe cleaning, which includes deep cleans, maintenance, move-in/move-out services and vacation rental cleaning. There’s a two-hour minimum booking requirement.

“I show up ready to work, bringing care, consistency and attention to detail into every home I enter,” she said. “At the end of the day, I’m still a caregiver. I just care for people in a different way now by creating spaces that feel lighter, safer and more manageable.

She added, “What I hope to build goes beyond cleaning. I see a future where I can hire women from our recovery houses, offering recovery-first, supportive employment that meets them where they are. Work with dignity. Work with purpose. Work that understands the path they’re walking, because I’ve walked it, too.”

For more information, call 503-793-2037 or email redroadcleaningco.llc@gmail.com.