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THE ABSENTEE

SHAWNEE NEWS

www.astribe.com

July 2022

Volume 32, No. 07

2022 Big Jim Youth Awards Announced

In May 2022, the Big Jim Youth

Award Selection Committee identified the tribal member who

would receive these prestigious

awards for their High School Academic and Athletic performance.

The selection committee for these

awards consisted of individuals

who are either educators, coaches,

or affiliated in these areas or to the

area of higher education within

the state of Oklahoma. None of the

Tribal Leader—Big Jim

members of the selection committee were Absentee Shawnee Tribal members. This was incorporated

into the program to maintain fairness to all applicants.

The Big Jim Youth Award Program was open to all Absentee Shawnee High School Seniors within the 50 United States. “The purpose

of these awards is to recognize the outstanding contributions of our

tribal youth and to promote excellence in academics and athletics in

high school and beyond” said Tresha Spoon, Educational Director

of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Approximately 40 students have been awarded scholarships over

the last decade. The 2022 awards mark 10 years of Big Jim Youth

Awards.

“I am so happy that we have been able to continue to do this for

10 years and that the tribe continues to fund these scholarship each

year.” said Spoon. “When I read the winning essays, it makes me

proud to see how diverse our young tribal members are; not only in

academics but also athletics.”

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is excited to have played a part in

their future by helping further their education. Absentee Shawnee

high school seniors are encouraged to apply. Applications can be

found on the website, www.astribe.com. Applications are accepted

from January 1 to March 31 of each year.

Academic Achievement, $1000.00 Scholarship

Athlete of the Year, $1000.00 Scholarship

Kantynn Kaseca

Shawnee, Oklahoma

Parents: Kevin and Leila Kaseca

Attending: Undecided

Accomplishments:

National Honor Society – 3 years

Distinction of Honor Cord – Graduation

Leadership II Class – 2 years

Varsity Wrestling Team – 2 years

Varsity Baseball Team – 4 years

Essay: “I will graduate with a distinction of honor cord for

upholding a high GPA…taking 8 or more Advanced Preparatory and Honors classes. I will also wear a Shawnee Wolf

Pack cord for being involved in 4 or more activities/clubs every year of high school. I have been a part of Shawnee Leadership for 2 years serving at Shawnee schools and the food

pantry. I have played baseball since the age of 4…I proudly

wore the AST flag [on my little league uniforms] to represent my tribe. I have wrestled for two years… [Wrestling] has

strengthened my work ethic and mental toughness. I decided

to try wrestling my freshman year. I had no experience in

wrestling before and made the varsity team my first year…

The pandemic took away my Sophomore baseball season and

an injury to my wrist my Junior year during wrestling took

away my junior baseball season…I am grateful and beyond

blessed the Creator has given me the opportunity to play the

game I love once again. Through my high school athletic experiences I’ve learned that struggles don’t define us, how we

overcome them does…I look forward to what the rest of my

baseball career has in store for me…I am a proud member of

the Absentee Shawnee Tribe and look forward to presenting

my Tribe and family in a positive way”

Big Jim Youth Awards Celebrate 10 Years

McKinzey (Cottrell) Keese

The Big Jim Youth Award Program is celebrating ten

years of honoring tribal high school seniors. The program

awards two scholarships to outstanding seniors. The

prestigious awards are the Big Jim Academic Achievement

Award and the Big Jim Athlete of the Year.

The awards were created in 2012 by former Secretary

Teri Reed. “. I wanted to make a difference in several areas

where I thought we, as a tribal government, needed to

make some improvements that would benefit all tribal

members.” Reed said. “I wanted to encourage and develop

our younger tribal members to greater heights in their

pursuit of higher education and successful careers.”

Reed is ecstatic that the program is continuing

to encourage our young people to strive for greater

achievements. “Kudos to Tresha Spoon and the education

department for keeping it going. I know it’s a lot of work

and takes a lot of attention to detail to make it happen.”

“Initiating this program and helping to develop it to

fruition was a rewarding experience. But that feeling doesn’t

compare with what I took away from this experience. I met

a lot of successful, hard-working, and enthusiastic young

tribal members who were grateful that the tribe recognized

their value.” said Reed.

One of the first winners of the Big Jim Academic

Achievement awards was McKinzey (Cottrell) Keese. She

went on to graduate from Oklahoma State University with

a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences and attended

Oklahoma City University for nursing school and finishing

with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, summa cum

laude, in 2018. She is currently working at Saint Francis

South in Tulsa as a labor and delivery nurse.

This year’s winner is Kantynn Kaseca of Shawnee. He

is the winner of both the Big Jim Academic Achievement

Award and the Big Jim Athlete of the Year.

The awards are open to males and females seniors in all

50 states. The winners are selected by the Big Jim Youth

Award Development Committee. None of the committee

members are Absentee Shawnee tribal members.

Tecumseh returns to Darke County with emotional statue unveiling

GREENVILLE—In conjunction with the Darke

County Park District’s 50th anniversary, the Darke

County Parks District (DC Parks) held the inaugural

installation of the Darke County Art Trail on Friday

afternoon at the Shawnee Prairie Nature Preserve.

The Darke County Center for the Arts (DCCA)

started the plans in 2020, for the Darke County Public Art Trail as part of their initiative to showcase

public artworks available to Darke County residents.

The event honored Shawnee warrior Tecumseh,

and welcomed him back to Darke County, where

he lived 225 years ago. With help from the Absentee Shawnee, the Eastern Shawnee and the Shawnee

tribes, DCCA and DC Parks unveiled a sculpture of

Tecumseh made by Joshua Shepherd, of Union City,

Ind.

Shepherd also created the Little Turtle statue in

the Greenville City Park.

Funds of $40,000 for the project were secured

through State Senator Matt Huffman’s office from

the Ohio Capital Budget, with hopes that additional funding will be granted for future installations

throughout the county.

With dignitaries from the local, state and federal

levels, as well as around 200 guests in attendance,

Roger Van Frank, DC Parks Director said the event

is a great milestone for the parks.

“The Tecumseh statue is the final product of hard

work and collaboration of the Darke County Center

for the Arts, the Darke County Park District and of

course the State of Ohio, along with all of the capital

funds that have gone into this project,” he said. “We

thank the state for that. It could not have been done

without it.”

In addition to celebrating the DC Parks anniversary and the Art Trail, the event also marked a professional milestone of Van Frank’s as well.

“It’s been a labor of love for me,” he said. “I’m going to get choked up, because I’m going to retire in

December. This is my last big hurrah. So, let’s make

it a good one.”

Multiple leaders within the Absentee Shawnee,

Eastern Shawnee and Shawnee tribes attended the

event.

Chief Glenna Wallace, of the Eastern Shawnee,

said while her tribe was the first to be removed from

Ohio in 1832, Ohio will always be home.

“We took everything that we owned, with the exception that we always left part of our heart here,”

she said. “That part of the heart is still always here.

Ohio will always be our home land.”

Following her remarks, Chief Wallace handed out

several historical Shawnee tribe lapel pins to attendees.

Governor John R. Johnson, of the Absentee Shawnee, became emotional when he discussed Tecum-

L-R: Eastern Shawnee Chief Glenna Wallace, AST Secretary Alicia Miller;

AST Governor John Johnson. (Photo by Gaylen Blosser)

seh

seh’s legacy.

“He surrounded all the other tribes to fight for the land to keep

the sellers from coming in years ago in the 1800s,” he said. “It

was written, ‘A man with remarkable charisma, intelligent, bravery, strength.’ He spent his whole life fighting for independence

and unity.”

Originally published on DarkeCountyNow.com By Abigail

Miller /Editor

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

GOVERNOR’S REPORT

John Johnson, AST Governor

Hello tribal members,

Summer is in full swing with hot weather and lots of sunshine. I hope everyone

enjoyed the 4th of July holiday. There is

nothing better than being with family,

having a cookout and watching fireworks

with watermelon in your hands.

On June 9th I had the privilege of attending the Sovereignty Symposium at

the Skirvin Hotel in Oklahoma City. I was

able to attend sessions that were about

health and wellbeing, gaming, economic

development and tribal law. Many of the

states tribal leaders were in attendance. It

GOVERNOR

John Johnson

Lt. GOVERNOR

Ezra DeLodge

SECRETARY

Alicia Miller

LT. GOVERNOR’S REPORT

Ezra DeLodge, AST Lt. Governor

Tribal Members,

I hope all is well and we are doing our

best to stay hydrated during these hot

summer months. Please see below for department updates. If you have any questions or concerns please contact me by

email ezrad@astribe.com, call my office

405-275-4030 x 6253 or cell 405-4320733.

Maintenance:

The Maintenance staff has been busy

cutting grass and removing trees that was

damaged during the storms on the complex and also completing 27 work orders

since 5/12/22. The housekeepers have

been working hard cleaning and keeping buildings sanitized and disinfected. I

want to say thank you to the maintenance

staff and housekeepers for all their hard

work.

OEH:

In total for 2022 OEH has assisted Tribal members with 40 different septic renovations and installations, water well drilling and installations, well renovations,

and community water connections.

For 2022, we have collected, processed,

and recycled 22 bales of shredded office

paper and cardboard equaling roughly 17

tons of recyclable waste that has been diverted from landfills.

Construction on the Youth Camp cabins, and bathhouse have been complete.

We are currently awaiting approval of the

loop road to complete the entry gate.

We are currently finalizing the plans for

the new Police Safety Center. Starr Design

Group will be signing off on the completed specifications and plans and we will be

advertising for bids for general contractor

in the coming weeks.

We would like to remind Tribal Mem-

SECRETARY’S REPORT

Alicia Miller, AST Secretary

TREASURER

Joseph Blanchard

REPRESENTATIVE

DeWayne Wilson

Ho wa se ke sa ke!

This year there has been a larger educational push to increase Native American voter turnout for public office elections. In March, many Oklahoma tribes

and community partners have launched

a “Vote Your Values OK” campaign to

encourage more Native Americans to

national elections. To state the obvious,

we are in a state with a large Native population. However, our poll participation is

consistently low-too low. There are many

reasons why our people do not vote. One

in particular has been evidence of discriminatory practices thus suppressing

tribal voices. Many have said to me in the

past they only vote in tribal elections. I

understand and I think it is great, but we

also must think about the bigger picture.

Break through those barriers because now

is the time. Majority of people who are

elected to local, state and national bodies of government are not knowledgeable

of tribes (themselves) and Indian law in

general nor are they knowledgeable about

true tribal history and purpose of Indian

law. This results in attacks through government actions and legislation on tribal

sovereignty. Those who are in those seats

indeed make a difference for all tribes.

What the tribes have experienced at the

state level with gaming compacts some

are now experiencing with their tobacco

compacts (not us fortunately at this time)

and in other areas – relations are definitely strained and it is more important than

ever to have your voice heard through

your vote at the polls this coming November. We are slowly seeing some advancement of tribal people in state/national offices and it is so exciting to see! From our

young generations to our young-at-heart

generations, it is so important to have

July 2022

is always great when I am able to network

with other tribal leaders.

I was recently contacted by the director of the Darke County Park District in

Greenville, Ohio, Roger Van Frank. He

invited the EC to the unveiling of a statue

of the great Shawnee warrior Tecumseh.

The statue is part of the Art Trail which is

newly created to recognize already exiting

artistic treasures as well as newly commissioned pieces as they work to honor

their community’s heritage and enhance

the future. On June 17th and 18th Secretary Miller and I attended this event

which was a celebration of not only the

opening of the Art Trail but also the fiftieth anniversary of the Darke County Park

District. This district is located very near

the spot where Tecumseh lived during his

time in Ohio.

The application process is now open for

the Summer ARPA Welfare Assistance.

Tribal members that are 18 years old as of

June 1st 2021 can receive $1500. This payment will be by check and mailed to your

address on the application. The deadline

for the assistance is September 30, 2022

at 5pm. Be sure to go on the AST website

and get more information and to fill out

your application.

In closing, I hope you enjoy the summer months. Try to stay hydrated and

stay aware of the heat index. Heat illnesses are not something to take lightly.

bers that if they see any activities related

to illegal dumping of trash or other discarded items on Tribal lands to please

contact OEH at the email or phone number listed below.

Jarrod Lloyd

OEH&E Director

jlloyd@astribe.com - (405) 214-4235

Self-Governance Department:

We are having zoom meetings and

phone conferences with various tribes

regarding PL 102-477. Many tribes that

are similar to us in population that have

changed to 477 are doing well. For most

tribes CCDF, Education, and Social Services are some of the programs that have

been integrated into a 477 Plan. At this

time we are keeping our options open and

will continue to research as time allows.

We want to make sure we choose the best

option for the tribe.

At the end of May I attended RIFDS

Training. We are currently in the process

of getting a Safety Transportation Plan in

place as well as a Long Range Transportation Plan. Many of our Routes are old

so they will be updated in the RIFDS system within a few months. If you have any

questions please feel free to reach out to

me at (405) 275-4030 or TwylaB@astribe.

com

Housing Improvement Program:

I am currently working on four homes

in the Little Axe area. My next four homes

will be in the Shawnee area. With the

rainy season coming to an end the repair

process should move a little faster. We

are still dealing with material availability

such as window panes and mobile home

products. The elderly will be processed

first then the remaining applicants. If you

have any questions, you can contact me

by phone (405) 827-4311 or e-mail dmarshall@astribe.com

Land Management Program:

Land Management has completed Resource Center project with tree removal

and will be doing some upcoming projects for BIA and Tribe. We are still working with Agricultural department projects at the farm.

Agriculture:

The agricultural department had great

success with hosting our fishing derby

that happened on May 27, 2022, Fishin’

for Nutrition! We had 50 participants and

many great catches! The biggest catch of

the day was a 17 in long bass. Along with

prizes given away for our fishing tournament, we were able to give every child a

fishing pole that they could take home.

Ag Department would like to shout out

and thank the Executive Committee, AST

ICW, AST CCDF, Lisa Harrington, and

Supreme pest control for all prize donations and participation to make this event

possible. We have thoughts of hosting another fishing event in September, so be on

the lookout for future announcements.

Our focus after the fishing derby was

maintenance of our crops, preparing for

harvesting, and our first annual 5k Cross

Country and Mile walk/ fun run event.

We would like to thank all tribal entities

for participation and support for our 5k

Cross Country event. We would also like

to thank all participants for your participation and braving the weather along with

the course conditions! We are planning

to make this an annual event for years to

come and look forward to more participants. Be on the lookout for pictures and

announcements on the Absentee Shawnee tribe’s website and Facebook page. If

you have any questions please contact by

phone at (405) 275-4030 EXT. 6263 or by

email at agricultural@astribe.com

your voice heard through your actions at

the poll. I, myself, have been registered to

vote since I was 18 years old and I exercise

my state and national right at every opportunity. It is time to break down these

barriers, get educated on the issues and

what it means for our people, get registered and vote.

It was my great pleasure to represent the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe in Greenville,

Ohio at the invitation of Darke County

Park District/Shawnee Prairie Preserve

for the unveiling of a statue of Tecumseh.

The AST, the Eastern Shawnee Tribe and

the Shawnee Tribe stood together to witness this great moment. I have to admit

it was an emotional one. To stand on the

hallowed ground where Prophet’s Town

once existed and to be welcomed home

again-it was simply incredible. Those

who were local who attended the ceremony where just as excited to have us there

and their hospitality was immeasurable.

While the Treaty of Greenville was an

atrocious act for the Shawnee and the history that followed, what I can say is that

we are still here! Here to go back to our

homelands. Again, the feeling in that moment standing there was truly indescribable and I highly recommend for anyone

to visit this area. It felt like home.

The tribal website has a new added section for AST member obituaries. To view,

go to www.astribe.com, under the Announcements & Events tab, and scroll to

the obituaries tab and click to view. To

submit, please submit a copy of the funeral write up/death notice to media@

astribe.com with details, if needed. Only

one picture per obituary please. This new

section was added due to the high cost of

submitting obituaries to outside newspapers (if you run the obit separately from

the funeral home submission). We feel

this is important to share for tribal families.

Our June EC meetings, I presented

2 important resolutions I feel will have

great impact for our tribal members. I am

happy to announce we are supplementing

the children’s school clothing allowance

each year until 2024! We are supplementing $300 (of ARPA funds) for each

child, attending school on top of the $200

they are currently receiving. Our schoolaged children will be getting a $500 direct

benefit, to include this year, for 3 years.

Also, we will be accepting HAF applications again beginning on Monday, July 5,

2022. AST’s HAF plan submitted to the

Treasury back in November was finally

APPROVED!! We received the remaining 90%. Last year, we received the 10%

and had to submit a workable plan for

approval to obtain the remaining amount

of funds allotted to the AST. This is such

a great program; however, we also must

remind everyone this is an income-based

program (Treasury’s requirements, not

ours) and this is not a quick turnaround

program…it takes time to vet an application because the dollar amount is greater

than usual and the areas of assistance require more time to authenticate, if all of

that makes sense.

In closing, the numbers are slowly starting to creep up in regards to COVID-19.

Please stay safe, plan ahead, consider

masking up when in large groups, especially indoors, and remember vaccines

are still available. It is July so be sure to

check on your elders in this hot weather

– be sure to know the signs of heat stroke

and help them to take precautions so this

doesn’t happen to them. In the meantime, I look forward to seeing you at the

AST Agriculture’s 1st Annual 5K Run/

Walk (Running to Produce) and Thunderbird Pow-Wow!

Respectfully,

Lt. Governor DeLodge

Si li no ke ka no la. Ne yi wa.

Alicia Miller

Tribal Secretary

(405) 287-5247

July 2022

TREASURER’S REPORT

Joseph Blanchard, AST Treasurer

Hello fellow Tribal members, family, and

friends:

Wow! We are already into July! This is

an exciting time of year as many will celebrate the 4th of July, have cookouts, go to

the lake, and attend Fireworks Demonstrations. For those not able to travel,

remember our Thunderbird Casino in

Little Axe, will have 2 nights of display

on June 30th and July 3rd. The Annual

Powwow is scheduled for July 2-3. This

year, there will be a Social Stomp Dance

on Friday July 1st. Please be safe, stay hydrated, and enjoy the memories created

with family.

At the South Grounds, we just fin-

REPRESENTATIVE’S REPORT

DeWayne Wilson, AST Representative

Hello Tribal Members,

I hope everyone is in good health

and enjoying the outdoors with family/

friends. Let`s not forget that COVID 19 is

still in our communities and at our Tribal

facilities. Let`s continue to be mindful of

this disease when we are out doing our

daily activities. My prayers continues to

go out to the tribal families that are sick

or have lost love ones.

Education Department;

In Workforce Development, we have finalized the Workforce Development application and are taking applications for

the HVAC Program. If you are an Absentee Shawnee Tribal member and have interest in obtaining a HVAC Journeyman

license, contact the Representative Office.

We have financial assistance available. We

continue to advertise for the Workforce

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ished our games and put up the ball. I

was happy to be involved and see all the

young people participating. This is very

important from a cultural perspective as

it guarantees our traditions are passed on

to the next generation. That being said, I

am aware the Executive Committee has

made a commitment to provide additional assistance and update to our Language

program. These two areas are important

and vital to us as Absentee Shawnee people.

I want to give a special shout-out to tribal member, Jaylan Gibson. Many of our

members, family, and friends watched intently or waited for game updates while

her team, the Rogers State Lady Hillcats

played in the NCAA Division 2 Women’s

College World Series in Denver, Colorado. If you hadn’t heard, they were able to

go “undefeated” throughout their weeklong trip. She did a great job defensively

playing the Hot Corner, and even jacked

a Homerun.

“Congratulations!” on

bringing home the National Championship trophy.

In other news, the annual audit is

reaching the final stages for submission.

Finance Department has been working

with the firm to complete all pre-audit

review as they were physically on-site

part of June and July to see physical documents, plus visit with staff and Leadership. I received a question regarding

the time frame and the simple answer is,

“This is the 1st year of the contract with

a new company and we had to coordinate

with their schedule. With no previous

relationship, there was a small introductory period to determine responsibilities,

functions, and points of contact.” I expect

another good result though we’ve had all

the added CARES and ARPA process.

As I’ve reported in past Newsletter reports, there are a number of projects occurring on the Complex and within our

local community. Although a few may

disagree with some of these decisions, the

long-term effect and benefit to our membership is the ultimate result. Should you

have any questions or would like to share

your concerns, do not hesitate to send an

email or call to have a conversation. As

always, I appreciate the continued support.

Development and Career Initiative (pilot

program) on tribal websites and newspaper. The HVAC Mechanic position is still

advertised as well. Recently, we started

advertising for a Workforce Project Coordinator to oversee the HVAC Program.

Cultural Preservation Department;

In Cultural Preservation, the ANA/

Language Grant, we have interviewed

two applicants for the Linguist/ Project

Coordinator position. We are still discussing the possibilities of contracting

for the Linguist position and just hire a

Project Coordinator. We would have to

get approval from ANA prior to doing

so. We have also advertised for two Language teachers pertaining to this grant.

Gaming Commission;

The Gaming Commission is moving

along. The Executive Director, Gaming

Commissioners, staff, and I attend the

2022 National Indian Gaming Commission, National Training Conference. This

conference was held at Grand Casino,

Hotel & Resort in Shawnee Okla. during

June 15-16, 2022. I continue to attend

the Gaming Commission meetings. The

Executive Director and staff continue

to network/ work with NIGC and other

tribal Gaming Commission staff.

Youth Camp;

Again, due to some extenuating circumstances, there has not been much

construction going on at the Youth Camp

during this reporting period. However, we have received good news recently concerning the construction of the

recreational facilities project. We have

been approved to continue construction

on this project from the CCDF funding

source. Also, we have been approved by

the BIA/ Southern Plains Regional Office

to continue with the Youth Camp Road

Project. This is exciting news. Again, I

will keep everyone informed of the progress of these projects.

As for Public Law 102-477; We, EC

and certain Directors, continued our due

diligence in this exploratory phase of

determining if the 477 law will help increase Tribal programs. We continue our

discussions with Ms. Ida Doyle, Regional

AOTR. We've been discussing the development of a 477 plan, reporting requirements, training opportunities, and grant

funding to assist in the exploratory phase.

Again, if you have any questions or

concerns about the programs or positions mentioned in this news article, feel

free to contact my office at (405) 2754030, Ext.6239 or by email: dewayne.wilson@astribe.com. The HVAC Program is

a great opportunity for Tribal members,

who is looking for a career, to learn a reputable skill set and obtain training.

Neyiwa!

Joseph H. Blanchard

Respectfully,

DeWayne Wilson

Tribal Representative

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AllNations Bank Awards Scholarships to Tribal Members

The AllNations Bank $500 Scholarship Winner is Alena Deer from Perkins,

OK. She attended Sequoyah High School. Pictured L-R: AST Treasurer Joseph Blanchard, Alena Deer, AllNations Bank President Steven Smith and

AllNations Bank Shawnee Branch Manager Cindy Sims

The Steven Smith, Bank President, $500 Scholarship Winner

is Asa Wilson from Richards, MO. He attended Nevada High

School.

The AST Veterans Association Presents

Certificate to Business Owner

The AST Veterans Association presented a certificate of appreciation to Theresa Cody, owner of Uncommon Threads for her service and support.

Back L-R – AST Representative DeWayne Wilson; AST Veterans Administrative Officer Twila Parker; AST Veterans Chaplain Officer Don Schulenberg; AST Veterans Commander Jason Bender.

AST tribal members Dakota (Bear) Little Charley (#57) and Wesley (Jakey) Lovins (#53)

were selected to play in the CPN All-Star Game that was held on June 3rd at OBU. Both

men graduates of Little Axe represented their school and the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

Dakota is the son of Darrol and Becca Little Charley-Davis, Grandson of Linda and the

late War Chief Bucky Little Charley, grandson of Chelle Foreman and Great Grandson

of Zelda Foreman.

Jakey is the son of Earl and Stacy Lovins, and Grandson of JoAnn Johnson Lovins.

Front L-R, Theresa Cody; AST Veterans Operations Officer Esteline Schulenberg

July 2022

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AST Veterans Attend Veteran’s Mission 22 War

at Home Memorial Dedication Ceremony

Cultural Preservation Department

Day to day operations have continued to be carried out by each program coordinator to ensure the department as a whole continues to function properly. Following is a

breakdown of each departmental program’s most recent activities.

Gift Shop

We are happy to announce the gift shop is open to all customers for in-store shopping! We have two locations for your shopping

convenience. Our Shawnee Gift Shop is located at the complex in the Cultural Preservation building (building 6), and our Little Axe

Gift Shop is located in the lobby of the Little Axe Health Center. We are open in Shawnee Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and once a

month, usually at the end of the month, in Little Axe from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

We are still having a SALE! The sale includes such items as t-shirts, hoodies, polo shirts, button down blouses/shirts, and shoes. The

items are priced to move, so please stop by and have a look!!

We continue to look and reach out to new businesses especially Native American owned businesses and vendors in hopes of bringing

in new inventory. Also, we are currently ordering new logo bearing merchandise. So, please be on the lookout for these items over the

next month.

If you haven’t been in our store recently, please stop by either location. Maybe you will find something you cannot pass on.

Library

We are happy to announce that we have opened the library to the public! Please come in and visit. We have a wide variety of resources available for checkout, and many

magazines, newspapers and journals for your reading leisure. We look forward to serving your informational needs!

THPO

The THPO Program continues to make great strides and advancements. The THPO staff has steadily been receiving Section 106 projects from various Federal Agencies.

Over the past month, the THPO Officer, Mrs. Devon Frazier-Smith, has received 478 new Section 106 projects for review. In conjunction with receiving projects, the program

has consulted on 403 projects. These projects were completed in 17 of our 25 areas of interest/states. The THPO has also taken part in 18 teleconference calls as it concerns

Section 106 projects as well as NAGPRA cases. These calls were with such Federal Agencies as Tennessee Valley Authority, the National Park Service, and the Department of

Transportation for Texas and Wisconsin.

From May 17th through the 19th, Mrs. Frazier-Smith attended the 2022 TVA Annual Tribal Consultation. At this consultation, topics covered were new and old projects,

upcoming programmatic agreements, trainings, and NAGPRA updates.

FCC/TCNS

The THPO Program continues to make great strides and advancements. The THPO staff has steadily been receiving Section 106 projects from various Federal Agencies.

Over the past month, the THPO Officer, Mrs. Devon Frazier-Smith, has received 478 new Section 106 projects for review. In conjunction with receiving projects, the program

has consulted on 403 projects. These projects were completed in 17 of our 25 areas of interest/states. The THPO has also taken part in 18 teleconference calls as it concerns

Section 106 projects as well as NAGPRA cases. These calls were with such Federal Agencies as Tennessee Valley Authority, the National Park Service, and the Department of

Transportation for Texas and Wisconsin.

From May 17th through the 19th, Mrs. Frazier-Smith attended the 2022 TVA Annual Tribal Consultation. At this consultation, topics covered were new and old projects,

upcoming programmatic agreements, trainings, and NAGPRA updates.

EVENTS

At the current time, we have no scheduled events, but we are in the planning stages. Please be on the look-out for announcements on the website and Facebook.

Your concerns are important to us. We thank you for the continued support of our department as we continue to make changes to our programs to better serve the Tribal

community. Please feel free to contact me, Carol Butler, at 405-275-4030 ext. 6245 or cbutler@astribe.com if you have any questions or concerns.

New National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

The new National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free,

confidential support, resources and referrals to any pregnant and

postpartum mothers facing mental health challenges and their loved

ones. The service is available via phone and text in English or Spanish.

Call or text, 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746) to connect

with counselors at the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline.

Pregnancy and a new baby can bring a range of emotions. In fact,

many women feel overwhelmed, sad, or anxious at different times

during their pregnancy and even after the baby is born. For many

women, these feelings go away on their own. But for some women,

these emotions are more serious and may stay for months.

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline’s counselors provide realtime emotional support, encouragement, information, and referrals.

Pregnant and postpartum women can get the help and resources they

need, when they need it.

Are you a new parent and feeling sad, worried, overwhelmed, or

concerned that you aren’t good enough? You aren’t alone. You aren’t to

blame. With help, you can feel better. Call or text, 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS

(1-833-943-5746) to connect with counselors at the National

Maternal Mental Health Hotline. Learn more at www.MCHB.HRSA.

gov/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline

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Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Building Blocks C.D.C.

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

(405) 878-0633

Fax: (405) 878-0156

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Building Blocks C.D.C.

16051 Lttle Axe Dr.

Norman, OK 73026

(405) 360-2710

Fax: (405) 360-2726

Building Blocks II

Building Blocks III

Building Blocks has 56 children enrolled in our center at this time. We

are accepting waiting list applications for all of our classrooms. If you are

interested in putting your child on our waiting list please call and we can

email you a waiting list application or stop by to pick one up.

We are open to the public and ONLY accepting waitlist applications at this

time. If you are interested in your child attending Building Blocks Child

Development Center III, please call (405)360-2710.

We hope you are enjoying your summer, because we sure are! This past month

our school age children have been able to go on lots of fun and educational

field trips and our younger students have enjoyed the warm weather with

weekly water play days! Please enjoy a few pictures we captured in July.

Building Blocks is accepting employee applications. Please visit https://

www.astribe.com/employment for available job positions and to fill out an

employment application.

Building Blocks was excited to be able to invite the Dads to Donuts with

Dads and be able to eat with their child at our center. We appreciate those

who came to breakfast with the children. We look forward to being able to

invite the parents in to more exciting parent events with their children.

You can find us on Facebook @ AST Building Blocks Child Development Center

III-Little Axe Page to see all the latest updates.

Building Blocks will be closed Friday, July

1st and Monday, July 4th for celebration

of Independence Day. Hope everyone

has a safe and wonderful 4th of July

weekend. Be safe, stay cool and we

will see you back at Building Blocks on

Tuesday, July 5th.

We will also be closed Monday, July 4th in observation of Independence Day.

Holiday Hours for Friday, July 1st will be from 7am-11am.

Field trip to Tiger Safari

Toddlers out for a stroll

Enjoy the Summer and Have a Great

July!

Water Play Day

Absentee Shawnee Tribe's Domestic Violence Department

LIHEAP CARES ASSISTANCE

We help with:

Our mission is to:

Domestic Violence

Eliminate violence in

Sexual Assault

Native Country and to

Dating Violence

strengthen

Stalking

Native families to end the

Sex Trafficking

cycle of violence.

Our services are confidential and include:

Southwest Throw, Heater, Box Fan or Air

Purifier

The following items are eligible for LIHEAP participants

that are enrolled with a federally recognized tribe and

live in Cleveland & Pottawatomie counties. For more

questions or application, please call Social Service at

(405) 878-4723.

Safety Planning

Emergency Assistance

Court Advocacy

Shelter Placement Assistance

Referrals

Must be intimate partner

related violence and the

victim must be fleeing the

home/situation

Who we serve:

Where we serve:

Natives and non-Natives

LGBTQ2S+

Any Religion

Any income level

EVERYONE

Because we are federally funded

we get to serve all populations

within our *service area, which

includes Cleveland, Oklahoma and

Pottawatomie counties.

*If you are AST and outside the service area, please call our office and we will see what we can do to help

you.

Office Line 405.273.2888

Fax 405.273.1192

Webpage https://www.astribe.com/domestic-violence

Link to intake https://www.astribe.com/forms/victim-intake

@ASTRisingWarrior

For emergencies call 911 or AST PD @ 405.275.3200

This project was supported byGrant No. 2015-TW-AX-0016 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations

expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

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Happy 1st Birthday

Bb! We love you today,

tomorrow and always.

Mama & Daddy

We would like to wish a

Happy 1st Birthday to

Karter S.

Robertson

With so much love from

all of your family!

Happy 90th Birthday to

Loretta Brokeshoulder Graves

Schwarz-Reed!! Loretta is the

oldest of 10 from the Clifton

and Minnie Brokeshoulder

family. The Brokeshoulder

Renuion was just held June

10-11 and relatives were there

to celebrate Loretta’s big

birthday. Love and Hugs From

All of Your Family!

We would like to

wish Leland Scott

Robertson a very

Happy Birthday,

much love from your

Mom and family.

We love you

Happy Heavenly 79th Birthday to our

Momma!! Missing you so very much!!

Home is not the same without you.

We love & miss you.

Love Sherrie & BJ

Granny

Heavenly 79th Birthday!!

We miss & love you very much!!

Joplin, Jilian & Justin

Agriculture Department

Fishin' For Nutrition

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe held a graduation celebration June 15 at the

Multi-Purpose Building for the 2022 AST high school graduates.

Photo L-R: Secretary Alicia Miller; Lt. Governor Ezra DeLodge; Treasurer Joseph

Blanchard; Cyril High School graduate J.D. Goombi; Representative DeWayne

Wilson; Sequoyah High School graduate Alena Deer; Governor John Johnson

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P H O N E D I R E C T O RY - D I R E C T N U M B E R S

O F F I C E O F T H E T R I B A L S EC R E TA RY

2025 S. GORDON COOPER DRIVE, SHAWNEE, OK 74801 • PHONE: 405.275.4030 • EMAIL: SECRETARY@ASTRIBE.COM • WEB: WWW.ASTRIBE.COM

AST Complex – (405) 275-4030

Toll Free - 800-256-3341

All Nations Bank…………………………………………(405) 273-0202

Brendle Corner…......……………………………………(405) 447-3372

Building Blocks….........…………………………………(405) 878-0633

Building Blocks III LA….....……………………………(405) 360-2710

Court………………………......…………………………(405) 481-8575

Domestic Violence…………….....………………………(405) 273-2888

Enrollment……………………….....……………………(405) 481-8650

Food Pantry………………………...……………………(405) 481-8640

Gaming Commission………………....…………(405) 360-9270 x1110

Housing Authority………………………………………(405) 275-1050

Human Resources……………………….....……………(405) 275-1468

ICW………………………………………………………(405) 395-4490

Media………………………….…………………………(405) 598-1279

OEH/OEP…………………….…………….…….………(405) 214-4235

Police…………………………………………(405) 275-3200/275-3432

Social Services…………….…………………….…….…(405) 878-4723

Tax Commission…….……………….……………….…(405) 481-8600

Thunderbird Casino Norman…….……….……………(405) 360-9270

Thunderbird Casino Shawnee…………….….…………(405) 273-2679

Tribal Store Little Axe……………………………………(405) 364-0668

The Absentee Shawnee Complex will be Closed

Monday, July 4, 2022

For Independence Day

Ask about “AST Preferred Checking” and our debit

card that honors the Absentee Shawnee Tribe!

You can either be an Absentee Shawnee Tribe Member or an Employee of the

Tribe or one of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s businesses. Account features

include:

v Free Value Checks

v .25% rate reduction with auto debit on consumer loan rates

v Interest bearing account

v $25.00 minimum to open the account

v No minimum to earn interest

v No monthly maintenance fee

v Free direct deposit option

v Free ATM/Debit Card

v Free Online Banking & Bill Pay

v Free Online Electronic Banking Statement

v Free check images with statement

v Free 1 year rental of a 3x5 safe deposit box or 6 months free rental of a 5x10 safe

deposit box (based on availability)

v Free Notary Service

v FDIC Insured

Contact bank staff for more information

2023 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK 74801, PH (405) 273-0202

114 E. Main St., Calumet, OK 73014, PH (405) 893-2240

Member

FDIC

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ASTHS July 2022 Monthly Update

Appreciating and Caring for our Elder Population

Elders are the cornerstone of any vibrant and thriving society. In our modern society today our senior citizens are sometimes forgotten and

overlooked in our busy lives. Many Elders today suffer from loneliness due to a loss of a life-long spouse or children, and in some cases, both,

leaving them lonely and without necessary caretaker support in their golden years. The two year pandemic has only worsened those conditions.

Some Elders also have seen their families move away great distances due to employment, marriage, or to provide care for other family members. Within Native American

Tribes our Elders all play a vital role in perpetuating the oral and traditional history of the language, culture, religion, and traditions that when they become lost, they

are gone forever.

President Biden released a proclamation last month on June 15th for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The purpose of this proclamation was to join the international

community to raise awareness and help end elder abuse here at home and across the world. Elder abuse takes many forms, such as financial, emotional, physical, and

sexual harm, including intimate partner violence in later life. It often comes in the form of neglect, abandonment, or exploitation. It is estimated that approximately 1 in

10 elderly Americans are abused annually. However, many of those who are abused suffer in silence, and many cases are never reported or brought to light. In the past

few years, while the pandemic isolated all of us to different extents, it especially exacerbated the isolation felt by too many older adults. All of us have a role to play in

preventing elder abuse and ensuring that our Nation’s seniors are able to age with dignity. With a majority of elder abuse victims being women, the Biden Administration

remains focused particularly on improving support for all women and preventing and addressing gender-based violence that impacts older adults both domestically and

abroad. Not just on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, but every day, let us all recommit to delivering for all older Americans, especially our Tribal Elders, the promise of

a comfortable and peaceful life with dignity. We all need to reaffirm our commitment to a life free from the scourge of abuse and neglect and join together in celebrating

the essential role older adults play in each of our lives.

The 7 Different Types of Elder Abuse:

Neglect.

Physical Abuse.

Sexual Abuse.

Abandonment.

Emotional or Psychological Abuse.

Financial Abuse.

Self-Neglect.

When someone with power over an elderly person intentionally harms them or puts them at risk of harm, their actions - or lack of action - are considered elder abuse.

Elder abuse isn’t just one action or inaction and it can take many forms. All types of elder abuse can lead to devastating consequences, including physical and/or emotional harm and even death. Let’s all work together to honor all of our Elders, and work to protect the treasures of our past, present, and future!

Please join us in congratulating our July Monthly Employee Award Winners this month! We are proud of all of our professionals and team players, for all they do daily

to make our programs succeed and take care of our patients!

July 2022 Health Employee Awards of the Month

Employee of the Month: Tara Swalla, AST Health System Pharmacy Insurance Inventory Specialist

Team of the Month: AST Health System’s Pharmacy Team (both campuses)

Special Leadership Award: Kara Gouge, AST Health Medical Materials Handler

Mark E. Rogers, MAL, FACHE, CMPE, CHC

Executive Director, AST Health System

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UPDATED PHARMACY MAIL POLICIES

Please be advised:

It is solely the responsibility of the patient to

confirm the desired shipping address for

mailing of any medication from our Health

System Pharmacies. Failure to do so may

result in shipping delays.

Please ensure all address changes are made

directly with the pharmacy staff regardless of

any changes made elsewhere in the health

system. Not all systems communicate with

each other if changes are made.

As our clinics continue to grow and mail

volume increases, the above policies will help

ensure you continue to receive prompt and

accurate mail delivery of your prescription

medications. We appreciate your

anticipated assistance in this matter.

Thank you!

REFILLQUICK APP STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

July 2022

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Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma

2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801-0381

Title VI

Elderly Nutrition Program

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

AST COMPLEX

CLOSED

Chicken Salad

LTOP

Baked Chips

Orange

Smoked Sausage

Mac N Chez

Beets

Applesauce

Chicken Fried Steak

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Brussel Sprouts

Pears

Egg Rolls

Stir Fry Veggies

Rice

Fortune Cookie

Soft Tacos

LTOC

Salsa/Chips

Pineapples

Baked Zita

Tossed Salad*

Jell-O

Lasagna

Bread Stick

Broccoli

Mixed Fruit

Pulled Pork Sandwich

Baked Chicken

Chips

Veggies

Onions/Pickles

Bread

Fruit

Pudding

Ham

Pinto Beans

Scalloped Pot.

Cornbread

Veggies

Spinach

Jell-O

BBQ Chicken

Pot. Salad

Green Beans

Mandarin Oranges

Chef Salad

Ham, Chez, Onions

Peaches

Crackers

Manwich

Tator Tots

Pickles/Onions

Ice Cream

Goulash

Okra

Cake

Bagels

Cream Chez

Grapes

Boiled Egg

Scrambled Eggs

Toast

Bacon

Fruit

Boiled Egg

Muffin

Sausage Patties

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Cereal

Sausage Patties

Fruit

For many years The Title VI Department has provided gas to mow your lawns. We are updating the

guidelines. The Title VI Grant provides gas as supportive services and for us to provide supportive

service you must be a participant in the Title VI Program.

Guidelines:

Absentee Shawnee Member

Must be 55 years and older

Must be an Title VI Member, have a current intake form on file (FY-2022)

Must provide Proof of Residency (utility bill – in the applicants name)

Handicap/Disabled

NO RENTAL PROPERTY WILL BE MOWED

As a Title VI Member as long as you are within the guidelines you can put in your application and turn

in your applications to the Title VI Department. As stated on the application: Maintenance will only

mow and weed eat applicants lawn. Maintenance will mow every two (2) weeks weather permitting.

Also, the maintenance workers will not trim trees, shrubs, and will NOT move any items that are in

the way of cutting your lawn.

This year we are trying to get an early start on our grass mowing list,

Any questions you can reach me at 405-275-4030 ext. 6227 or email me at dowings@astribe.com

MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY – THURSDAY 11 AM TO 1 PM

Dear Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members

BREAKFAST SERVED ON FRIDAYS 9 AM TO 11 AM

Thomasine Owings____

AST TITLE VI

ELDER INTAKE FORM

Thomasine Owings

Title VI Director

TODAY’S DATE______________________________ REFERRAL SOURCE_____________________

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Title VI Department

2025 S Gordon Cooper Dr

Shawnee OK 74801

405-275-4030

LAST NAME___________________________ FIRST NAME____________________________ MI_____

DATE OF BIRTH______________________ MALE ____ FEMALE____ VETERAN___YES_____NO

STREET ADDRESS____________________________________________________

CITY___________________ STATE_____

ZIP CODE________ PHONE NUMBER _______________

SINGLE ____MARRIED ____ DIVORCED/SEPARATED

SPOUSE’S NAME______________________________ SPOUSE’S DATE OF BIRTH _______________

NAME OF EMERGENCY CONTACT (1)______________________________PHONE______________

NAME OF EMERGENCY CONTACT (2) ______________________________PHONE _____________

PRIMARY LANGUAGE

ENGLISH___ TRIBAL___

OTHER______________________

HOUSING ___ HOUSE ___ APARTMENT ___COMMUNITY HOUSING __OTHER EXPLAIN____________

COMPOSITION ___ LIVES ALONE ___ LIVES WITH SPOUSE ___LIVES WITH FAMILY/FRIENDS

NUMBER IN HOUSEHOLD _______ WHO HELPS ___________________________________________

HEALTH HISTORY ___ ASTHMA

___DIABETES

___ALZHEIMER’S

Grass Mowing Application

___WIDOWED ___ WIDOWER____

___ARTHRITIS

CDIB # _______

D.O.B.________

The Following are the requirements for this program:

Must be an Absentee Shawnee Member

Must be 55 years and older

Must be an Title VI Member (have an current intake form for the current year 2022

Handicap/Disabled

Must provide Proof of Residency (utility bill must be in applicant’s name)

NO RENTAL PROPERTY will be mowed

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Maintenance Department will ONLY mow and weed eat applicant’s lawn.

Maintenance will mow every two (2) weeks, weather permitting. Also, the maintenance workers will

not trim trees or shrubs.

If you have any questions, please contact Dos Owings at (405) 275-4030 ext. 6227

___CANCER ___DEMINTIA

___CHRONIC PAIN ___HEARING AID ___CHOLESTEROL ___BLOOD PRESSURE

NAME: __________________________________________________

PRIMARY TRANSPORTATION ___Own Car ___Friend ____Public Trans. ___Senior Tran’s __Family

ADDRESS: ________________________________________________

PROSTHETIC DEVIECS ___ Walker/Cane __Wheelchair ___Hearing Aid ___Glasses __Dentures ___None

CITY: _______________________

STATE:___________

ZIP: _______

HOME PHONE: ____________________ MESSAGE PHONE: ________________

ARE YOU ENROLLED WITH A DIFFERENT TITLE VI PROGRAM?

____ YES ____ NO

IF YES, NAME OF PROGRAM & WHERE LOCATED:________________________________________

HEALTH CONCERNS ___________________________________________________________________

SERVICES CURRENTLY BEING RECEIVED_________________________________________

EMAIL ADDRESS______________________________________________________

PROVIDE THE DATE OF YOUR VACCINATION COVID

19 1st__________ 2nd_________

BOOSTER__________

Johnson & Johnson __________ FLU__________

EMAIL: ______________________________________________________

FINDING DIRECTIONS TO HOME:

___________________________________________________________________

*DISCLAIMER

Maintenance will not move any items that are in the way of them mowing your yard so if you

are able or can get some help in getting your yard cleaned, will be very much helpful in

maintaining your yard.

World Hepatitis Day

By Emily Earnest

July 28 is World Hepatitis Day. The date was chosen because it is the birthday of Nobel-prize winning scientist Dr. Baruch Blumberg, who discovered

hepatitis B virus (HBV) and developed a diagnostic test and vaccine for the virus. The goal of this day aims to raise global awareness of hepatitis, a group

of infectious diseases known as hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E — and encourage prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Hepatitis affects hundreds of millions

of people worldwide, causing acute and chronic disease and killing close to 1.34 million people every year. Hepatitis can cause inflammation of the liver

both acutely and chronically, and can kill a person. In some countries hepatitis B is the most common cause of cirrhosis and may also cause liver cancer.

Hepatitis A is an inflammation of the liver caused by the hepatitis A virus (HAV). The virus is primarily spread when an uninfected (and unvaccinated)

person ingests food or water that is contaminated with feces of an infected person. The disease is closely associated with unsafe food or water, inadequate

sanitation, poor personal hygiene and oral-anal sex. Not everyone who is infected will have all the symptoms. There is no specific treatment for hepatitis

A. Recovery from symptoms following infection may be slow and can take several weeks or months. The spread of hepatitis A can be reduced by

ensuring adequate supplies of safe drinking water, personal hygiene practices such as regular handwashing before meals and after going to the bathroom.

Hepatitis B is a potentially life-threatening liver infection caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV). It is a major global health problem. It can cause

chronic infection and puts people at high risk of death from cirrhosis and liver cancer. A safe and effective vaccine that offers 98% to 100% protection

against hepatitis B is available. Preventing hepatitis B infection averts the development of complications including chronic disease and liver cancer.

Hepatitis B is most commonly spread from mother to child at birth or through exposure to infected blood. The development of chronic infection is

common in infants infected from their mothers or before the age of 5 years. Hepatitis B is also spread by needle stick injury, tattooing, piercing and

exposure to infected blood and body fluids, such as saliva and menstrual, vaginal and seminal fluids. Transmission of the virus may also occur through

the reuse of contaminated needles and syringes or sharp objects either in health care settings, in the community or among persons who inject drugs.

Sexual transmission is more prevalent in unvaccinated persons with multiple sexual partners.

Most people do not experience any symptoms when newly infected. However, some people have acute illness with symptoms that last several weeks,

including yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice), dark urine, extreme fatigue, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. People with acute hepatitis can

develop acute liver failure, which can lead to death. Among the long-term complications of HBV infections, a subset of persons develops advanced

liver diseases such as cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma, which cause high morbidity and mortality. Chronic hepatitis B infection can be treated

with medicines, including oral antiviral agents. Treatment can slow the progression of cirrhosis, reduce incidence of liver cancer and improve long term

survival. In 2021 the World Health Organization that 12% to 25% of people with chronic hepatitis B infection will require treatment, depending on

setting and eligibility criteria.

Every 30 seconds, someone dies from a viral hepatitis related illness. However, with the existing prevention, testing, and treatment services that are

available every hepatitis related death is preventable. The goal of this mission to prevent new viral hepatitis infections, improve outcomes of those

infected with viral hepatitis, reduce viral hepatitis and improve the surveillance and data regarding transmissions. Wash your hands and check in with

your primary care physician regularly with any concerns to do your part to prevent the spread.

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AST HEALTH SYSTEM DIRECTORY

LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER ..................................................... 405-447-0300

Administration

Business Office

Little Axe Dental

Health Information Management

Lab/X.Ray

Optometry

Patient Benefit Advocates

Primary Care

Public Health

Security

Electronic Health Record

Physical Therapy

Behavioral Health .................................................................................. 405-701-7987

Little Axe Purchased Referred Care ........................................................ 405-701-7951

Diabetes & Wellness ...............................................................................405-701-7977

Pharmacy ...............................................................................................405-292-9530

CompleteCare Home Health................................................................... 405-701-7085

Transportation........................................................................................405-701-7603

SHAWNEE CLINIC ............................405-878-5850 OR 877-878-4702 TOLL FREE

Administration

Business Office

Health Information Management

Lab/X-Ray

Patient Benefit Advocates

Contract Health

Physical Therapy

Primary Care

Public Health

Behavioral Health ...................................................................................405-878-4716

Diabetes & Wellness ...............................................................................405-701-7977

Pharmacy ........................................................ 405-878-5859 OR 866-742-4977TOLL FREE

Transportation........................................................................................405-701-7603

PLUSCARE ............................................................................................... 405-447-0477

GENERAL

AST Resource Center..............................................................................405-364-7298

Corporate Compliance Hotline............................................................... 405-701-7135

Patient Advocate .................................................................................... 405-701-7623

AST Tribal Complex ...............................................................................405-275-4030

AST Tribal Police .................................................................................... 405-275-3200

AST Housing ..........................................................................................405-273-1050

Special Enrollment Periods Did You Know?

The Tribe is only funded approximately

40% of cost to render care to patients?

Most people think it is funded 100%.

To add services, equipment, or help

more people, we need your assistance.

By signing up for a zero cost plan, you

allow the tribe to bill for services and to

be reimbursed by insurance companies.

This frees up more dollars to help those

who are are not eligible for a zero cost

plan helping Purchased Referred Care

dollars go further.

Contact a Patient Benefit Advocate

Little Axe Health Center 405.447.0300

Shawnee Clinic 405.878.5850

$18,768

$38,304

WE CAN HELP

Contact a Patient Benefit Advocate

Little Axe

Shawnee

Health Center

Clinic

405.447.0300

405.878.5850

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