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DAYTON REGION’S WALK OF FAME, (Dayton, Ohio)

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More photos inside.

On Sept, 28, 2017 @Sinclair Community College, Shawnee Chief Tecumseh was the first Native American to

be inducted into the Dayton Region’s walk of fame. Pictured below is the Granite stone in which honors Chief

Tecumseh, also Pictured, Absentee Shawnee Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe and Eastern Shawnee Chief-Glenna

Wallace. More photos on page 18.

Executive Committee

Edwina Butler-Wolfe

Governor

John Johnson

Leah Bates

Lt. Governor

Treasurer

Anthony Johnson

Representative

Monthly Executive Committee meetings can be watched online at astribe.com

Governor’s Report

Hello my Absentee Shawnee people!

It looks like the cooler fall weather has reached our area. So, it’s time to

start pulling out sweaters and jackets. I hope that everyone takes to time

to get their flu shots, while it may not guarantee you of not getting the

flu, it could help lessen the length of time you have the flu. As we move

towards the end of the year, the next couple of months will be a very busy

time around the complex, due to creating the 2018 budgets and closing

out our 2017 books. I’m very excited to report that the Governors’ Office

will be doing the annual Tribal Youth Christmas event again with going to

the movies in Shawnee. I would like to express that we are ONLY allowing

the Absentee Shawnee Tribal youth with one adult (parent, grandparent or

guardian) to attend the movie. Children will have to furnish their CDIB

card before being allowed to attend the movie. The requirements remain

the same every year but there still seems to be confusion about the event.

Please remember this is an event for our Absentee Shawnee tribal youth.

As you are aware November is Native American Heritage month. In

August of 1990, November was declared Native American Indian Heritage

month by former President George H.W. Bush and was sponsored through

the American Indian Heritage Foundation by founder, Pale Moon Rose.

By nationally commemorating November as a special month for Native

American’s it afforded the opportunity to all Native people to share our

culture and language, traditions, crafts, music, dance and special ways and

the different aspects of our lives with those who are unfamiliar or unaware

of the rich complexities and unique qualities of Native life.

As we wind down the year, I would like to mention some of my meeting

and events that I have attended in the last 30 days. One ceremony that I

attended was on September 28th, I traveled to Dayton, Ohio for the Dayton

Region’s Walk of Fame. The founders, Wright Dunbar Inc. have memorial

stones which are plotted on West Third Street in the Wright Dunbar

Historic Business District between Broadway and Shannon and along

Williams Street. Chief Tecumseh was one of seven Daytonians recognized

on September 28th. I would like to thank those individuals that had the

opportunity to travel with me to accept the award for our great leader, Chief

Tecumseh.

List of individuals:

David and Stella Little

Walter and Rebecca Larney

Don and Esteline Schulenberg

Twila Parker

Jason Bender

Michelle Wollenzin

Sherman Tiger

Josh Gibson

Further, I would like to share with the Absentee Shawnee people of what

I delivered in my speech:

“Today I am honored to be here recognizing Chief Tecumseh’s’ significant

role in our tribal history as a leader, for this Wright Dunbar special event,

the Walk of Fame. Tecumseh’s’ power of influence and strength is a core

value that will never be forgotten in Shawnee History. Like many cultures

and ancient civilizations from our past, we all believe in maintaining our

way of life in our traditions and that’s what Tecumseh was fighting to keep.

Today we’ve seemed to have forgotten that with destructive habits, and

disrupting the connection from our ancestors. It’s our job to preserve those

connections and protect them for futures to come. It’s vital we teach our

youth and ensure they’re getting the education of up most priority. The

foundation Tecumseh laid out is and has always been our vision today FOR

A STRONGER Shawnee Native American”.

Another meeting I would like to mention was a testimony that I did

at the State Capitol on October 5th in front of the State Senate Interim

Study. The study was on Teaching Tribal Sovereignty and Tribal Histories

in Public Schools. It was a partnership between the State of Oklahoma

and Tribal Governments. There were six Testimonies read: two (2) high

school students, one (1) American Indian History Teacher one (1) retired

American Indian Teacher, and one (1) Professor of Law from Oklahoma

City University and myself.

My hope is that the senate and legislature recognizes the need to reaffirm

the state’s commitment to educating the citizens of our State, particularly

the youth who are our future leaders, concerning tribal sovereignty,

history, culture, treaty rights, contemporary tribal and state government

institutions and relations and the contribution of Indian nations to the

State of Oklahoma.

Listed below are other meetings/Events I have attended:

SEPTEMBER 2017

21st

25th

Lt. Governor Isaac Gibson, Jr. Resignation

9:00 am- Harrah Public School Consultation with Allision Brown,

Chairman David Pacheco, Kickapoo Tribe and Kickapoo Education

Department, CPN Education Director and Blake Goodman AST

1:00 pm Special Executive Committee Meeting

26th

9:00 am Meeting with DOJ Baseline Study on Domestic Violence

10:00 am Meeting with presenters for Community Meeting on

September 30

27th

Travel to Dayton,Ohio

28th

Walk of Fame, Dayton,Ohio

29th

Travel back to Oklahoma. Returned to office in the afternoon

30th

Community Meeting

OCTOBER 2017

2nd

Due to the shooting in Las Vegas EC decided to cancel all travel to

Vegas as G2E was scheduled to take place

3rd

Secretary Johnson and I attended the AARP Award Dinner at the

Cowboy Hall of Fame. Johnnie Mae Bettlyoun was honored

4th

Informal meeting with EC and AG’s discussion of vacant position

5th

Testimony at the State Captial: Study on Teaching Tribal Sovereignty

and Tribal Histories in Public Schools

6th

In Office- Meeting with Sam Caruso, GM TEC Inc

7th

White Turkey Meeting

9-12th In Office

13th

2:00 pm Ground Breaking- Sac and Fox Nation CTSA Head Start

Program

16th

Director’s Meeting 9:00 am. Lt. Governor John Johnson and I were

present. Director’s present: Absentee Shawnee Housing, Indian Child

Welfare, Enrollment, AST Police, Cultural Preservation, Human

Resource, Finance, Social Services, Courts, Media, Building Blocks II,

CCDF Coordinator, Grants, Health, Title VI.

17th

Oklahoma Indian Gaming Association Panel discussion in OKC

18th

Regular Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe with Senator Ron Sharp

NO JUDGMENTS

JUST

HELP

Expressions

For those families who lost a loved one this month, I offer my sincere

condolences to you and your family on your loss.

Conclusion

I appreciate tribal members that have came by my office with their concerns.

My door is open unless I am in a meeting or attending a meeting elsewhere.

GET FREE TOOLS AND SUPPORT

TO QUIT TOBACCO YOUR WAY

PATCHES | GUM | LOZENGES | PHONE COACHING

Help me to make a difference – stand beside me and Let us Build for the

Future (BFF). United and together!

Respectfully,

Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe

visit spthb.org or tset.ok.gov for more information

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is seeking

qualified applicants for the position of

TRIBAL SECRETARY.

For more information or to apply please visit

WWW.ASTRIBE.COM/EMPLOYMENT

PLEASE SUBMIT LETTER OF INTENT AND RESUME TO THE HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT

HR@ASTRIBE.COM

AARP-Oklahoma Indian Elder Honors

On Oct 3, 2017 AARP Held the 9th annual AARP Oklahoma Elder Honors, where 50 Elders from all of

Oklahoma’s 39 Tribes, including Absentee Shawnee’s Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun!

On September 22, 2017, The Absentee Shawnee

Tribe made Hurricane donations to the AlabamaCoushatta Tribe of Texas. AST officer Jason

Brinker and Media Director Sherman Tiger, made

the drive to Livingston, TX, to deliver the AST

Donations. To show their appreciation, Emma

Abbey of Alabama-Coushatta Tribe gave an Long

leaf pine needle basket to Jason Brinker for AST

Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe.

Pictured L To R; Willo Sylestine-Emergency

Management, Emma Abbey-Communications,

AST Police officer Jason Brinker and AlabamaCoushatta Tribal Police LT. Henry Patterson .

Elders Council

Greetings—At the September meeting, the Elders Council hosted two guest speakers: 1) the Oklahoma Healthcare Authority “Living Choices”- and 2)

AARP-focus on enhancing the quality of life for all Oklahomans as we age. We thank Tewanna Anderson-Edwards and Mashell Sourjohn for meeting

with our group and sharing a lot of useful information.

On the evening of September 22, Movie Night was held at the Little Axe Clinic and the Elders hosted a concession for the event. There were comments

that the screen was so big that it felt like a regular, old-time drive-in. It was a great night for the movie, clear skies, no rain and the event was enjoyed

by all. The Elders appreciate the clinic staff for inviting the EC group to participate in this event. It is events such as this that allow the Elders to be an

integral part of the community.

The 9th Annual AARP Oklahoma Indian Elders Honor was held on October 3 at the Cowboy Hall Fame in Oklahoma City. There were approximately

900 attendees at this event that honored 50 Indian Elders from various Oklahoma Tribes. One of our very own Absentee Shawnee tribal elders was

honored at this event. Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun, a valued Absentee Shawnee tribal member, who continues to work full-time for our Title VI Nutrition

Program, was honored for her lifetime of serving others. What an honor it is to have Johnnie Mae represent the AST and be honored at such an event.

Thank you Johnnie Mae for your years of service to others! Also, another Absentee Shawnee tribal member continues to keep the light shining on the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe through a memorial leadership award in his name. The Dr. John Edwards Memorial Leadership Award recognizes an individual

each year whose leadership and positive impact on Native Americans embodies the spirit that he possessed (Dr. Edwards passed away in 2014). Dr.

Henrietta Mann, Ph.D., Cheyenne and Arapaho

Tribes, is this year’s recipient. This event grows

each year and if you have never attended one,

mark your calendars and plan to attend next

year. It will be the 10th year anniversary for this

event!

ELDERS COUNCIL

HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

It has been two years since the Elders Council

has organized a trip. Hence, the EC Officers have

been diligently working to organize a day-trip to

Tulsa on November 10 where the members will

enjoy lunch, tour a museum and visit a casino.

In order to participate in the trip, each Elder

must have participated in at least 75% of the

meetings and been an active and participating

member. We are also tentatively planning a

Christmas day-trip provided it is economically

feasible.

THANKSGIVING LUNCH

DATE: NOVEMBER 18, 2017

WHERE: RESOURCE CENTER, LITTLE AXE

MEETING TIME: 10:00 A.M.

LUNCH TIME: 12:00 P.M.

Audrey Dodds, Treasurer, has been diligently

working on the 2018 budget. The Officers

will also be making appointments to the audit

committee by December.

The Elders Council is pleased to announce that

the group will host its traditional Thanksgiving

lunch and Christmas lunch for the Elders of the

Absentee Shawnee Tribe. Details follow.

CHRISTMAS LUNCH

DATE: DECEMBER 16, 2017

WHERE: RESOURCE CENTER, LITTLE AXE

MEETING TIME: 10:00 A.M.

LUNCH TIME: 12:00 P.M.

REQUIREMENTS: Must be an ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL MEMBER

50 YEARS OF AGE AND ABOVE.

We kindly request that you RSVP your attendance

so that we have sufficient food for everyone!

Please RSVP to one of the below EC officers by Nov 13 for Thanksgiving Lunch

And by December 11 for Christmas Lunch

Meredith Wahpekeche – (405) 760-2601 ‫ ׀‬Atheda Fletcher – (405) 481-6939 ‫ ׀‬Audrey Dodds – (405) 593-5987

Elders Council

Christmas is fast approaching and the Elders Council is working to make “CHRISTMAS BASKETS” that will be given to Absentee Shawnee Tribal elder

members who are in nursing homes; are home bound; have no transportation; have health issues; or in need of assistance due to financial hardship.

In order to receive a Christmas basket, you must submit an application for consideration. The application form follows.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS NOVEMBER 30, 2017

ELDERS COUNCIL CHRISTMAS BASKETS

APPLICATION FORM

Qualifications: 1) Must be Absentee Shawnee Tribal Member

2) Must be 50 years old or above

3) Must reside within the counties of Pottawatomie, Cleveland, Lincoln or

Oklahoma.

NAME: ____________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS: __________________________________________________________________

PHONE NO: _________________________________________________________________

NOMINATED BY: _____________________________________________________________

REASON:

□ Nursing home □ Home bound □ No transportation □ Health issues

□ Other – describe (be specific) _________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________

Submit application no later than NOVEMBER 30, 2017:

Mail Application to:

AST Elders Council

2025 South Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

Alternative:

Drop-off application at the Tribal Complex Building #1, Receptionist

Office use only:

Date received: ________________________

Received by ___________________________

Delivered by: _________________________

Date of delivery: _______________________

AST HeAlTH SySTem - November 2017

ASTHS November 2017 Monthly Update

Flu season is here again. Please remember to partner with your health system for yourself

and your family by getting your flu shot at any of the conveniently offered walk-in clinics.

Also, remember to keep practicing proven hygiene and infection control procedures such as

frequent hand washing, limiting your public exposure if you should become ill with a fever,

and encouraging others to adhere to these protocols as well. The 4th Annual AST Run/Walk for Your Life Zombie 5K

Event in October at Little Axe/Lake Thunderbird Lake was another great event and we always appreciate the support of

the community and the tribe for our health program events! The Department of Veterans Affairs continues to provide

a Veterans Health Identification Card (VHIC) for veterans to use at VA medical facilities, including veterans who are tribal

members. The VHIC will be issued only to veterans who are eligible for VA medical benefits and only for the purpose of

identification and check-in for VA medical appointments. The new card protects personal privacy by not showing Social

Security Numbers or dates of birth on the front of the cards. For more information on VHIC, go to

www.va.gov/healthbenefits/vhic/index.asp for more information. The health system is preparing for the upcoming

budget cycle, and with the new administration and budget challenges at the state and federal levels advocacy and

engagement of the elected leaders are more important than ever in advancing the cause of tribal healthcare in our

country today! The Executive Committee, health boards, and health leadership team continuously engage these elected

leaders for the cause of appropriate funding for our tribe and others in our advocacy efforts as a unified front. We

appreciate their support and efforts with ensuring we have the best and most well-funded programs possible. The

health system continues to see solid growth of both AST and other tribal members choosing to receive their services

from our health system. Thank you again for your support and trust in our services!

Elder care and advanced aging concerns such as fall risk, monitoring loved ones who live alone, and homebound health

care, remain critical priorities to the tribe and the health system. The health system has and shall continue full

partnership with the tribe in serving and coordinating medical care for any tribal member with a homebound medical

need that falls within the scope and authority of our health and wellness system. If you know any tribal member who is

homebound and needs medical assistance, please contact our health administration office at (405) 701-7621 and we will

be happy to assist with the best possible resources and coordinated care.

The health system’s most valuable resource—our people—displayed outstanding service to our tribal health system! I

am always extremely proud of our outstanding mega star performers, and thank them all for their contributions to our

patients, their fellow employees, and the tribe!

Health Employee Awards of the Month (October)

Employee of the Month

Team of the Month

Special Leadership Award

Chelle Foreman, LAHC Contract Health Services

Chelsea Cope and Autumn Felton, Health Administration

Dr. Greg Reading, Chiropractor

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

Executive Director

November 2017-Scheduled Closings

November

2017-Scheduled

Closings

November

2017

- Scheduled

Closings

Date:

Time(s) Closed: Locations:

Date:

Time(s) Closed: Locations:

Wed., Nov. 1st

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

Noon to 5 PM

Wed.,

1st

All

AST Health

facilities

CLOSED

(1st

WedNov.

of month)

- PlusCare

Clinic

& Shawnee

Clinic Ext Hours re-OPEN at 5p until 9p (last patient accepted at 8:30p)

Noon to 5 PM

February

2017-Scheduled

Closings

(1stFri.,

Wed

month)

PlusCare

Clinic

Shawnee

Clinic Ext Hours re-OPEN

at 5p until 9p (last patient accepted at 8:30p)

Nov 10th

All Day

All AST Health facilities CLOSED except PlusCare Clinic - OPEN 9a until 5p (last patient accepted at 4:30p)

Fri.,

Nov

10th

(Veteran’s Day)

All Day

All AST Health facilities CLOSED except PlusCare Clinic - OPEN 9a until 5p (last patient accepted at 4:30p)

(Veteran’s

Day)

TBATIME(S)

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

CLOSED:

LOCATIONS:

Noon to 5 PM

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All

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& Shawnee

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(Employee

Dinner)

- PlusCare Clinic & Shawnee Clinic Ext Hours re-OPEN at 5p until 9p (last patient accepted at 8:30p)

d., Feb. 1

All Day

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

Thu.,

Nov.23rd

Noon to 5 PM

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(Thanksgiving)

All

Day

All

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(Thanksgiving)

Fri., Nov 24th

All AST Health

facilities

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December

2017-Scheduled

Closings

December

2017

- Scheduled

Closings

December 2017-Scheduled Closings

Date:

Time(s) Closed: Locations:

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Date:

Time(s) Closed: Locations:

Wed., Dec. 6th

All AST Health facilities

Noon to 5 PM

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facilities

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(1st

WedDec.

of month)

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Clinic Ext Hours re-OPEN at 5p until 9p (last patient accepted at 8:30p)

Sun., Dec.

24th

TIME(S)

CLOSED:

LOCATIONS:

All Day

All AST Health facilities CLOSED

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Dec.

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Tax Collections

Health and on ASTHS website at www.asthealth.com.

FY-2017

YTD TAX COLLECTIONS

(thru 9/30/2017)

FY-2017

YTD TAX COLLECTIONS

(Thru 9/30/17)

TAX

CATEGORY

JANUARY FEBRUARY

MARCH

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

JULY

AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

YEAR-TO-DATE % OF TAXES

TOTAL

COLLECTED

Sales (6%)

$1,050.71 $10,504.68 $6,327.41 $1,249.55 $11,726.12 $5,626.42 $5,788.21 $6,196.86

$6,000.02

Gaming % of free cash $250,000.00 $200,000.00 $150,000.00 $100,000.00 $250,000.00 $300,000.00 $200,000.00 $250,000.00 $150,000.00

Employee (1%)

$7,658.64 $21,213.62 $11,265.34 $7,924.08 $15,147.53 $15,133.49 $13,042.41 $11,803.29 $11,235.03

Severance (8%)

$3,310.81

$831.89

$867.28

$658.59 $4,176.63 $1,052.37 $2,297.27

$873.02

$2,985.08

Motor Vehicle

$11,861.13 $16,062.81 $19,746.67 $11,107.82 $14,387.88 $13,723.64 $12,730.96 $13,259.04 $16,556.62

Tobacco Refund

$2,216.22

$690.73

$649.57

$974.45

$773.32 $3,795.17 $3,787.48 $4,455.66

$5,274.12

$0.00

$54,469.98

$1,850,000.00

$114,423.43

$17,052.94

$129,436.57

$22,616.72

TOTAL TAXES

$0.00

$2,187,999.64

$145.21

$0.00

$1,790.67

0.08%

TOTAL COLLECTIONS $276,613.97 $249,516.23 $188,994.37 $122,054.79 $296,296.63 $339,456.24 $237,866.48 $286,795.52 $192,196.08

$0.00

$2,189,790.31

100%

Miscellaneous

$276,097.51 $249,303.73 $188,856.27 $121,914.49 $296,211.48 $339,331.09 $237,646.33 $286,587.87 $192,050.87

$516.46

$212.50

$138.10

$140.30

$85.15

$125.15

$220.15

$207.65

2.49%

84.48%

5.23%

0.78%

5.91%

1.03%

Election Commission

FROM THE ELECTION COMMISSION:

The following positions will be open for the Elections to be held in 2018.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE:

Position

Filing Fee

Lt. Governor

$590.00

Tribal Treasurer

$590.00

Tribal Representative

$590.00

Term

Two (2) Years

ELECTION COMMISSION:

Position

Filing Fee

Deputy Commissioner

$215.00

Commission Member #1

$215.00

Term

Three (3) Years

Three (2) Years

Fee Amount: Basic fee (Executive Committee $500.00 and Election Commission $125.00)

plus $40.00 Alcohol test, $25.00 Drug test and $25.00 MVR.

QUALIFICATIONS:

An enrolled member of the tribe.

An eligible voter for purposes of voting in tribal elections.

Must be twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of the election for which

he/she desires to be a candidate.

Physically reside within the following Counties: Cleveland, Pottawatomie,

Oklahoma, McClain, Garvin, Pontotoc, Seminole, Lincoln or Okfuskee.

In cases where a prospective candidate has been convicted of a felony,

such person shall not be eligible for consideration as a candidate until at

least five (5) years have passed following completion of the penalty for

such conviction(s).

Not more than one (1) member of an immediate family shall be elected to

the same tribal elective body except when running as a candidate for the

same elective position.

Consult the Election Ordinance for Specific/Additional/Qualifications.

Realty Department

Reminder:

•

All trust land transactions must come through the Realty Office.

Sales and/or any other trust land transactions must be authorized by the Realty Department and approved by the BIA.

Any trust land transactions not involving the Realty Department are invalid.

Please keep addresses current with the Office of the Special Trustee for Indians @ 1-888-678-6836. This will allow proper notification

to be made to landowners on new leases and other information.

Please keep addresses current with the Absentee Shawnee Enrollment Department. This allows the Realty Department to crossreference landowner addresses with the OST.

lease visit www.indiantrust.com whereabouts unknown/Oklahoma/Absentee Shawnee Tribe, to see if you or your relatives are on this

list.

Gift deed transactions will take time to get approved from the BIA.

Negotiated sales must follow the proper procedures to ensure the transaction is considered for approval.

A family member of a deceased landowner must initiate the probate process.

If anyone has any questions, please contact the Realty Department @ (405) 275-4030.

PROBATE MISSION STATEMENT

The primary mission of the Division of the Probate is to compile inventories of the Indian Trust Assets and family information, and to

coordinate the timely distribution of trust assets with the Office of Hearings and Appeals, Land Titles and Records Office and the Office of

Special Trustee.

The Division of Probate gathers information regarding decedent’s family and property and prepares it for adjudication by the Office of

Hearings and Appeals (OHA). After OHA issues a probate order the Division works with other trust offices, such as the Office of Special

Trustee for American Indians and the Land Titles and Records Office to distribute assets.

In order for this to happen, the family of the decedent will need to contact the Absentee Shawnee Real Estate Division (Probate) to start the

probate process.

Should you have any questions, please contact Lea Tsotaddle at 405-275-4030 ext. 6248.

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NEW MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION*

Any new motor vehicle registrations must be done in person by the Tribal Member. The following is a

list of required documents you must have for new motor vehicle registration(s).

• TITLE

• BILL OF SALE OR SALES CONTRACTLIEN ENTRY FORM (if applicable)

• ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL ENROLLMENT CARD

• OKLAHOMA INSURANCE VERIFICATION

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER LICENSE

REGISTRATION RENEWAL

There are two (2) options available. The following is a list of required documents for renewals.

RENEWING IN PERSON:

• Current Registration Certificate

• Oklahoma Insurance Verification

• Valid Oklahoma Driver License

• Absentee Shawnee Tribal Enrollment card

RENEWING BY MAIL:

To renew by mail, send check or money order along with the above listed items. Make check or

money order payable to: Absentee Shawnee Tribe Tax Commission. A $35.00 fee for all

returned checks will be charged.

TAG PRICE GUIDE Excise tax = Actual Purchase Price x 1.25%

BUILDING BLOCKS III NEWS

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

Building Blocks CDC

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

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Little Axe Drive

Building Blocks CDC

16051 Little Axe Drive

Norman, OK

Norman, OK 73026

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Norman, OK 73026

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• October 19th - 3’s and 4’s classes visited the pumpkin patch at the Orr Family Farm

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• October 27 – Class parties for Halloween

• October 27th – Class parties for Halloween

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in observance of Veteran’s Day

• November 10 – Closed in observance of Veteran’s Day

Thank you, • November 10nd – Closed

• November 22 - 24th – Closed for Thanksgiving holiday

• November 22nd - 24th – Closed for Thanksgiving holiday

Billie Thompson

Building Blocks III Director

Thank you,

bthompson@astribe.com

Billie Thompson

Building Blocks III Director

bthompson@astribe.com

Billie Thompson

Building Blocks III Director

bthompson@astribe.com

Who are the children in need?

•

Native American children in custody of tribe or state

Native American children ages 0-17

Native American children in sibling groups

Native American children with special, physical, or

emotional needs

• Native American children mixed with another ethnicity

TRIBAL FOSTER CARE HOMES ARE NEEDED FOR OUR TRIBAL

CHILDREN

WILL YOU OPEN YOUR HOME TO A CHILD IN NEED?

Who are the children in need?

• Native American children in custody of tribe or state.

• Native American children ages 0-17.

• Native American children in sibling groups.

• Native American children with special, physical, or emotional needs.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A FOSTER CARE

HOME PLEASE CONTACT: JULIE WILSON 275-4030 EXT. 6376

FOSTER CARE

THE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ACT OF 1978

The Indian Child Welfare Act is a 1978 federal law. It offers protections to Indian children,

parents, guardians and tribes in cases in which a child has been removed from its home.

The ICWA forces state courts to recognize the political, cultural, and social standards of

Indian tribes and peoples. The Court must consider those standards during any proceeding or placement of the child. The ICWA protects the best interests of Indian children and

seeks to promote a stable, secure Indian family.

Midnight calls, long drives across state and emotional encounters all

make it difficult for social workers in child protection services to really

ever “clock out.” Their job doesn’t end when the typical 40-hour work

week is over. The true nature of the profession requires them to be available at a moment’s notice, 24/7, 365 days a year.

Please Report Child Abuse

You could be saving a child’s life.

PARTIES PROTECTED BY THE ACT

Indian children are those enrolled in a tribe or eligible to be enrolled, with at least one

IF YOU ARE A GRANDPARENT

parent who is a member of an Indian tribe. The ICWA also protects three other parties.

THAT IS RAISING YOUR GRANDFirst, it protects the custodial parents of an Indian child should they be accused of wrong- CHILD YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR

TANF. GRANDPARENTS THAT

doing. The ICWA makes the state courts provide full notice of all hearings, use expert

HAVE LEGAL GUARDIANSHIP

witnesses, and follow a higher standard of proof than in non-Indian cases. The Act also

OF THEIR GRANDCHILDREN

makes the state court appoint an attorney to represent the parents if they are unable to

CAN RECEIVE TANF BY APPLYafford one. Second, the ICWA protects Indian custodians. Indian people who have raised ING FOR “CHILD ONLY” TANF

GRANT WHICH WILL ONLY

a relative child as if they were their own, or people to whom the natural parents have

TAKE IN ACCOUNT THE GRANgiven temporary custody, are entitled to the same type of notice and protections as the

CHILD’S

INCOME/ASSETTS.

natural parents. Finally, the Act protects tribal rights as well. The state court must give

THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN

notice to the tribe and generally follow its recommendations about placement. If these

SERVICES WILL ASK YOU FOR

YOUR INFORMATION, BUT IT

parties’ rights are not protected, the Act allows any of them to overturn the result of the

state court. The ICWA does not apply in three types of cases. It does not apply in divorces WILL NOT BE USED IN THE APPROVAL PROCESS. IF YOU HAVE

or divorce modifications, unless a termination of parental rights is involved or custody is ANY QUESTIONS IN REGARDS

given to someone other than the natural parents. It does not apply if the child in custody TO GRANDPARENTS APPLYING

is accused of a crime. Finally, Oklahoma courts have created a third exception to the law: FOR TANF. PLEASE CALL JULIE

the ICWA does not apply to noncustodial Indian parents who do not support or visit their WILSON 395-4492.

children.

STATE AUTHORITY OVER INDIAN CHILDREN

In some cases, Oklahoma lacks any kind of authority over an Indian child. If the child

lives on trust or restricted land, or in an MHO Housing cluster, or in a dependent Indian

community, the state may not have authority to proceed. Under the ICWA, the case must

be heard in the tribal court. For other Indian children, the state shares jurisdiction with

tribal courts. However, the Supreme Court has said that tribal courts are the preferred

court for Indian children. An Indian parent or tribe may request that a case be transferred

to tribal court for proceedings.

If a child is placed in foster care, the Act requires the state to follow placement guidelines.

The State must follow the Tribe’s Tribal State Agreement and Placement Preferences

“RESPECT THE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE ACT BECAUSE OUR CHILDREN ARE

NOT YOURS TO TAKE”

Before placing a child in a non-familial or non-tribal final home, states are required to make what

are called “active efforts” to place the child in an ICWA-compliant situation. These efforts include

mandatory attempts at parental and familial reunification before terminating rights permanently, and

consultation with the tribe in a timely manner.

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE DEPARTMENT

Ronelle Baker ICW Director 395-4491

Julie Wilson Child Protective Services/Foster Care 395-4492

Jackie Denny PSSF Program 395-4493

ICW HAS MOVED TO 105 N. KIMBERLY AVENUE

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program

for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

is a federal assistance program of the Food

and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United

States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

for healthcare and nutrition of low-income

pregnant women, breastfeeding women, and

infants and children under the age of five.

GRANDPARENTS RAISING THEIR

GRANDCHILDREN MAY RECEIVE WIC

FOR THEIR GRANDCHILDREN

If you are interested in becoming an

AST foster care home and would like

more information please contact

Julie Wilson

405-395-4492

COMMUNITY MARKET OF POTTAWATOMIE COUNTY

120 S. CENTER ST. SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA. (405) 788-4957

HOURS OF OPERATION

MON. 12:30 TO 5:30 P.M., TUE. 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.

WED. 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M., FRI. 10:00 A.M. TO 3:00 P.M.

(COMMUNITY FOOD BANK)

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

KINDERGARTEN THRU 12TH GRADE CHILDREN: Enrolled tribal members who are

attending a Certified School are eligible to make an application for assistance.

SPECIAL NEED CHILDREN: Tribal Members who are twenty-three (23) years old and under, and who are

attending a Certified Special Needs School, such as but not limited to, school for the deaf, blind, or

disabled are eligible to make an application for clothing assistance.

Applications are accepted

January-December

For more information please

contact the Social Service Department

405-275-4030 ext. 6255 or 6225

Enrollment Department

Enrollment is happy to announce we are now issuing the new updated CDIB cards. These new

cards are more secure and have more of ID card appearance. As these cards are not mandatory to

change to at this time per ordinance, but the new CDIB is the only Absentee Shawnee CDIB that

is recognized as a second form of ID with the social security office. Enrollment encourages all to

update their CDIB as it is very important to keep the enrollment records up to date. These new

CDIB’s are free of charge for the first issuance.

NOTE: this is not the Enhanced Tribal Card that may be used as a passport.

That is something enrollment will continue to work on. The process is very long and we will notify

tribal members when that service is available

Instructions for out of state tribal members:

Email or mail a passport photo

Email or mail a blank piece of paper with your signature in black ink (No Sharpies)

Once we receive these things we will print and mail your card to you.

Instructions for local tribal members:

Bring driver’s license and old CDIB

Must update your photo with enrollment

We look forward to helping you get your new CDIB!!!

OEH

Holiday Recycling

With the holidays quickly approaching, things can get hectic in our lives, including our waste production. According to the

EPA, from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, household waste increases by more than 25%, adding an addition-al 1 million

tons of waste per week to our landfills.

With that in mind, here are a few tips on how to reduce our holiday garbage.

• An estimated 2.6 billon holiday cards are sold each year in the United States. To combat paper waste, send loved ones

electronic greeting cards.

• Approximately 33 million live Christmas Trees are sold in North America every year. There is the option to buy a potted

Christmas tree so that it can be replanted after the holiday season.

• About 40% of all battery sales occur during the holiday season. Buy rechargeable batteries for your gifts this year to

combat harmful used batteries going to our landfills.

• Nearly half of the paper America consumes is used to wrap and decorate consumer products. Dispose of the used wrapping

to a paper recycling bin and eliminate this flow to our landfills.

Keep these tips in mind through the holiday season and always remember that OEH has recycling bins all across the

Shawnee Campus that are available for your cardboard waste. Be safe, and happy holidays!

Cultural Preservation

Department

Cultural Preservation Department

November is Native American Month! To celebrate, the following events have been

planned throughout the month:

Moccasin Classes— Two cultural classes (November 1st and November

2nd, 6:30PM-7:30PM) will be sponsored for two age-groups: Youth (Ages 10-17) and

Adult (18+). Limit of fifteen (15) participants per group, reserve spots through Devon

Frazier dfrazier@astribe.com or call (405) 275-4030 ext. 6243 or 6245. Materials supplied by AST MyDNA Program.

Brunch Social & Prettiest Shawl Contest— (Shawnee Campus) An open

invitation to all tribal families and AST employees for a social mixer with free brunch

food and drink from 9:00AM-10:00AM! We’ll also host our first annual Prettiest

Shawl Contest and raffle for Thunderbird Casino free-play coupons! Contact our

office by email at dfrazier@astribe.com or call (405) 275-4030 ext. 6243 for any questions!

Rock-Your-Mocs Day— (Everywhere!) The fifth annual Rock-Your-Mocs Day

is a November 15th event celebrated by Indian Country across North America; participants wear their moccasins to work or school to support and showcase their indigenous pride and roots! On Shawnee campus, a group-photo of Rock-Your-Mocs participants is at 3:00PM… followed by free cake served for all!

Shawnee Storytelling— For generations, Native American tribes and families

have passed on their oral history and teachings with storytelling. For this event, Cultural Preservation will help bridge youth and elders in a storytelling activity using

Shawnee language and imagination! Contact our office for further details at (405)

275-4030 ext. 6245 or 6243! Materials supplied, limited participant capacity in coordination with AST MyDNA Program and Building Blocks.

AST Employee-specific events:

Employee Trivia— (Little Axe/Shawnee Campuses) Through work email-addresses, we’ll submit short trivia quizzes to all employees for a chance to

win a free t-shirt! Questions will focus on Shawnee tribal history, cultural happenings in U.S., and other AST fun-facts!

Employee Scavenger Hunt— (Shawnee Campus) Small groups (teams of 3-4) of the same department can compete in campus scavenger hunt for

bragging rights and chance to win free t-shirts for your group! Teams (Department, members, group nickname) must be emailed to abrokeshoulder@astribe.com before 10:00AM Tuesday, November 21st. Scavenger Hunt will begin approximately 9:00AM on November 22nd.

Free Music Lessons

Guitar • Bass • Piano • Drums

Available to all Native Americans w/CDIB#

For details, call Absentee Shawnee Behavioral Health

405-878-4716

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Spaghetti

w/ meat sauce

Salad Bar*

Garlic Toast

FALL BACK

ONE HOUR

BBQ Pork

Sandwich

Pickles, Chips

Pudding

Beef Fingers

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Spinach

Apricots

Chicken Salad

Sandwich

LTOP

Pear

Baked Chicken

Wild Rice

Veggies

Prunes

Chicken Alfredo

Green Beans

Mixed Fruit

Chili

Crackers

Chez Sticks

Pears

Baked Chicken

Veggies

Bread

Peaches

Closed

For Veterans Days

Title VI Closed

Homebound will

get a sack lunch

on the 21st

Cabbage Stew

Crackers

Cake

Cereal

Muffin

Sausage Patty

Meatloaf

Mashed Pot/Gravy

Greenbeans

Pineapples

Scrambled Eggs

Sausage Gravy

Biscuit

Title VI will be

attending the

Sac n Fox

Thanksgiving

Luncheon & Bingo

Chicken Patty

Sandwich

LTOP

Apple

Saturday

Taco Casserole

Tossed Salad*

Mandarin Oranges

Baked Potato

Ham, Chez, Onions

Cauliflower N

Broc.

Friday

VETERANS

DAY

Thanksgiving

Dinner

& Bingo

New Health

Building

11am to 1pm

Pinto Beans

Steak Fries

Cornbread

Plums

NOT GOING TO BE HOME!!!

CALL AND LET US KNOW AT 405-275-4030

EXT 6227 or 6270

OR NOTIFY YOUR DRIVER

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY-THURSDAY 11AM TO 1PM

BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS

9AM TO 11AM

November 5th, Fall back one hour

November 9th, Title VI will be attending the Sac n Fox Luncheon & Bingo,

We will leave at 10 am from the Shawnee meal site and we will determine at the bingo when we will leave. A sign up list will be out at the

beginning of November and homebound if you are able to go let your driver know. Homebound will receive a sack lunch.

November 10th, AST Complex will be closed in reverence of Veterans Day

November 11th Veterans Day, Shake their hand and tell them Thank you!!!

November 15, Rock your Mocs!!! Where those moccasins!!!!

November 17th we will be have our Title VI Thanksgiving and Bingo 11 am to 1 pm

November 22, Title VI will be closed no lunch will be served or delivered, homebound will receive a sack lunch on November 21st.

November 23 and 24, Happy Thanksgiving!!!!

DAYTON REGION’S WALK OF FAME PHOTOS

Little Axe Clinic Lobby

Time: 10– 3pm

Call Behavioral Health for

vending information:

Jennifer Sloan

(405)701-7988

Victoria Andrews

(405)701-7995

NOvember 2017 BIRTHDAYS

Aguinaga, Jessika Lyn

Aguinaga, Julia Dawn

Aguirre, Daniel Enrique

Alderman, Makenzie Rene’

Alexander, Tammy Lynn

Alford, Glen Tecumseh

Alford, Reagan Elizabeth

Alford, Rebecca Marie

Alford, Thaddeus Ethan

Alford, Tiffany Gayle

Alvarez, Amanda Leigh

Araujo, Jonathan Jose

Arms, Cameron Blake

Arms, Dakota James

Atwell, Danielle Elyse

Badger, Casey Mae

Baker, Makaiah Lashaun

Balch, Emily Twila Kay

Bates, Damion Christian

Bettelyoun, Cathern Mae Marie

Billie, Kathrine

Blanchard, Ashlynn Shay

Blanchard, Cayanna Dee

Blanchard, John Michael

Blanchard, Lisa Ann

Blanchard, Matthew Ryan

Blanchard, Norman Neal

Blocker, Bailey Marie

Boatman, Allyson Lyndi

Boatman, Mark James

Bockoven, Tina Nicole

Boston Sr., Carl Kent

Boston, Arthur Joseph

Box, Jodie Gayle

Bradley, William Lee

Brandon, Sean Patrick

Breeding, Joshua Adam

Brewer, Rockey Darren

Brinson, Allen William

Brokeshoulder, Rita Gayle

Brown, Andrea Elaine

Brown, Keyondre Duane

Brown, Shandalyn Shermain

Bryant, Corbin Ash

Bryant, Lorraine Morton

Bryce, Emily Danielle

Buckheart, Felise Maria

Bui, Reilly Paul

Bump Jr., Richard Dewitt

Campbell, Lousetta Spriggs

Carolina, Jammie Leann

Carter, Andrea Dawn

Caudillo, Robert Lee

Chisholm, Cole Nathanial

Collett, Dillon Wayne

Colungo, Antonio Joaquin

Cortez, Alixus Renee

Creek, Kaydence Rae

Crossley, Joseph Tyner

Crow, Anabeth Sophia Ximara

Crow, Randon Matthew

Danner, Latonia Marie

Davis, Alexander Edward James

Davis, Eli Joel

Davis, Hannah Starr

Davis, Joshua Lee

Davis, Kayelah Janea Blair

Davis, Rebecca Ann

Day, Darnell Ann

Deere, Karena Louise

Detwiler, Tanya Elaine

Dietrich, Tricia Lynn

Dodds, Cody Ralph

Dolchok, Carole Sue

Donnahoe, Leah Jane

Doussett, Flossie Jean Spoon

Doussett, Gabriella Diane

Downey, Tyler Preston

Draper Jr., Russell Lee

Drywater, Sherry Lyn

Duboise, Rebecca Kay

Eckiwardy, Selena Monica

Eckiwardy, Victoria Destiny

Edgmon, Pacey Wyatt

Edwards - Fletcher, Atheda

Edwards, Chet

Edwards, Cutke Lashelle R.

Ellis Mahardy, Paul Samuel

Ellis, Phillip Steven

Ellis, Scott R.

Embery, Aubrianna Marie

Foreman, Robert Wade

Foreman, Thomas Henry

Fuentez, Ariana Yasmine

Garretson, Alayla Danielle

Garretson, Christopher P.

Gibson, Dante` Jamison

Gibson, Pamela Ann

Gibson, Wilfred Lew

Gomez, Petra Maria

Goombi II, John Duane

Goss, Melody Naomi

Gower, Jon Paul

Gray, Jared Christapher

Gray, Jeffrey David

Guttmann, Rosemary (Bradley)

Hadjiconstantinou, Brent Christopher

Hale, Alisha Marie

Harjo, Brittany Marie

Harjo, Jacqueline Rhea

Harjo, Maliyah Kinsley

Harjo, Tawanna Jo

Harman, Amy Marie

Harp-Brown, Tara Rae

Harris, Kallie Dahn

Harvey, Ronnie Troy

Hatcher, Donald Ray

Haumpy, Olivia Huerta

Haumpy, Zaylee Jew`el

Heisley, Robert Egan

Hemphill, Justin Travis

Hernandez, Isabella Lois

Herrera Jr., Ruben Pilar

Hicks, Emily Nicole

Hood, Allison Rachelle

Hood, Stefanie Michelle

Hopper, Deborah Ann

Houston, Sheri Lynn

Humphrey, Jo Lynne

Isaacs, Jon Edwin

Jacobs, Tiffanie Marie

Johnson, Anthony David

Johnson, Evan Ryan

Johnson, Jackie Dean

Johnson, Jaylin Lee

Johnson, Michael Thomas

Johnson, Nizhoni Naim River

Johnson, Rayanna Kay

Johnson-Stephenson, Alyssa Cyndel

Jones, Easton Allen

Kaniatobe, Guy Eliot

Kaseca Jr., Frank Linn

Keith, Joni Cheryl

Keith, Lisa Gaye

Kilmer, Cheyenne Lashell

Kilmer, Kayla Marlene

Kinnamon Andersen, Sherri Kaye

Kirby, William Hunter

Lackey, Oaklen Ray

Lalehparvaran, William Majid

Larney, Patti Mae

Larney, Walter Lee

Lasenberry, Khloe Dawn

Leath, Timothy Coates

Leetka, Addysen Grace

Leitka, Devin Lance

Limon Jr., Richard Martin

Limon, Jocelyn Marie

Lindsay, Seth Ryan

Little Axe Sr., Troy Lee

Little Axe, Brandon James

Little Axe, Katherine Pauline

Little Axe, Paiden Taylor

Little Charley, Buck

Little Charley, Kieri Leeann

Little Creek, Lindsey Denise

Little Creek, Lynda Carol

Little Jim, Caleb Frank

Little Jim, Clint Jason

Little, Dee Ann

Little, Lisa Ann

Littlebear, Clifford Newman

Littlebear, Josheau Alan

Littlecreek, Sammi Louise

Littlecreek, Sharon Renee

Littlecreek- Testerman, Skielar D’Wayne

Littlecreek-Watts, Lily

Littlehead, William Bill

Loeks, Betty Lou Marx

Logan, Terri (Sloat)

Longhorn, Joel Boyd

Longman Jr., Henry Daniel

Lovins, Garrett Scot

Lowrance, Eaan Zane

Mack, Darrin Wayne

Mann, Loretta Lynn

Mann-Shopteese, Wanda Gayle

Martin, Skyla Reyann

Martin, Tiffany Ann

Martinez, Clayton Dale

Martinez, Tiana Rae

Masquas, Jeanlene

McBride, Allison Lorraine

McBride, Marshall Dylan

McBride, Travis Eugene

McDaniel, Cody Aaron

McEwin, Henry Bill

McGirt, Ricky Lee

McGonigal, Michael Shawn

McGuire II, Wayne Lloyd

Megehee, Sheyenne Nicole

Miller, Charles Ray

Miller, Kayci Dawn

Mills, Lindsey Gayle

Minnck Larney, Kayla Leeann

Mitchell, Legus Trent

Mitchell, Meegan

Mohawk, Joni Marie

Montgomery, Stephany Sky

Montgomery, Zechariah Cyreke-Dean

Moore, Sophia-Marie Linda

Morlan, Derek Thomas

Morris, Miracle Marie

Morton, James Cristian

Morton, Rebecca Lynn

Muench, Rose Ann

Musick, Dr. Charles Randall

New Moon, Jessica Lynn

Nice Jr., Jonathon Lee

Novick, Precious Dawn

Ortiz, Isaiah Faustino

Owens, Asher James

Owens, Rhett Patrick

Panther Jr., Donald Eric

Panther-Pitner, Eliazbeth La Rayne

Perez-Vargas, Joel Encarnacion

Ponkilla, Briana Cynthia

Ponkilla, Mary Frances

Preciado, Oscar Gabriel

Ramirez, Axel Bennett

Ramirez, Tiffany Elyse

Richard, Frances Ann

Ridenour, Lydia Paige

Roberts, Siera Brooke

Robertson, Velisa Allyn

Robinson, Sieanna Gail

Robison, Laynee Elizabeth

Salazar, John Thomas

Santa Cruz, Briana Danae

Schoenebaum, Daxton Ryder

Sherod, Daemon Marcus

Shields, Brent Fremond

Siemon, Hudson Kennedy

Sinks, Robert Elmer

Sloan, Whitney La Rae

Sloat, Amanda Renee

Sloat, Jami Lynn

Smith, Alfred L.

Smith, Anna Mae

Smith, Carolina Elizabeth

Smith, Garett Allen

Smith, Taylor Logan

Snakeman, Sandra Kay

Soap, Taziah Jayson Lee

Spoon, Ariana Nicole

Spoon, Christopher Scott

Spoon, Joel Lee

Spoon, Kolee Raye

Spoon, Tresha Dawn

Squire, Lauresa Cerise

Squire, Michael Lee

Stacy, Daelin Shey

Stewart, Arvel Eugene

Stinger, Elizabeth Juanita

Stoliby, Daniel A

Stone, Heide Nichole

Stuckey, Wade Dexter

Switch, McKenzie Ranee

Switch, Michael Dwight

Taylor, Ryan Aaden

Thorpe, Gary Allen

Thorpe, Iris Nahla

Thorpe, Jasper Pristine

Thorpe, Jonah Azariah

Thorpe, Vicki Jo

Tiger, Dion Anthony

Tiger, Joseph Little Chief

Tiger, Nakota Cotcha

Tillery, Trevor Ryan

Tilley, Nelson Vaughn

Tyner, Michael Roy

Tyner, Wasalee Raine

Upman, Belva Ann

Vasquez, Makai Isaiah

Velez Jr., Marcos Antonio

Villalobos, Francisco Javier

Voyles, Devin Robert

Wakley, Stacy Ann

Wakolee, Garry Lavar

Wakolee, Jerry Lamar

Walker, Kurtis Robert

Walker, Ty Dewayne Owen

Wallis, Coltin Bryan

Wallis, Dawn Marie

Warrior, Aaron Duane

Warrior, Debra Faye

Wasley, Mandella Dawn

Watson, Brent Randall

Watson, Gavin Layn

Watson, McKenna Ann

Weaver, Dylan Micheal

Werst, Nelda Jayne

Westberry, Justin Doyle

White Jr., Robert

White, Daniel Lee

White, Dustin Lee

Wilburn, Sonya Leigh

Wilkerson, Dorotha Fallon

Williams, Anfernee Isiah

Williams, Ella Ann

Williams, Erik Braden

Williams, Heath Jared

Williams, Katharine Melina

Williams, Nathan Barrett

Wills, Jessica Renae

Wilson, Isaac Lane

Wilson, Joseph Scott

Wilson, Savannah Colette

Wilson-Ongaco, Tristen Xavier

Wolfe, Stormy Ray

Wolfe, Tina Marie

Wyatt, Ashley Dawn

Yandell, Raymond Lloyd

Yoder, Vanessa Lynn

Happy birthday to all

Tiffany Martin, Randall Watson,

Peyton Watson and Frank Kaseca

Hope you all have a safe and happy birthday

Love,

The Kaseca’s

Happy Birthday to

my Beautiful Great-Granddaughter

Reagan Elizabeth Alford

I Love You Bunches and Bunches,

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IF YOU’D LIKE TO SUBMIT AN AD OR ARTICLE:

Give us a call at (405) 598-1279 or (405) 481-0558 or send us an e-mail to stiger@astribe.com

ALL ARTICLES FOR THE NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE ARE DUE BY THE 15TH OF THE CURRENT

MONTH.

UNFORTUNATELY, WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT ONE PICTURE PER BIRTHDAY PERSON, NOT

PER BIRTHDAY WISH.

Chrissy Wiens

Physical Activities Specialist

Buster Bread

Fitness Manager

Brandon Goodman

Fitness Technician

The AST Diabetes and Wellness Fitness Center provides state of the art fitness equipment to help you reach your fitness

goals. The AST Fitness Center is available to AST Diabetes Program patients, all Native Americans and their household

family members, and the AST employees. Our goal is to provide appropriate and educational fitness training to all AST

diabetes patients while promoting a safe, fun, and positive experience. Take some time to come by and visit the Diabetes and

Wellness Fitness Center today! For more information, please contact Buster Bread or Chrissy Wiens at (405) 364-7298.

McKenna Watson

Fitness Technician

AST Diabetes and Wellness Program

The goal of the diabetes and wellness program is to provide a supportive resource to tribal members who are currently diagnosed

with diabetes, or at risk and seeking information and/or support for diabetes and personal health. The program will offer guidance

on healthy lifestyle changes such as eating healthy, exercise tips including workout classes with our two certified trainers, and keys

to reducing stress.

The AST Resource Center fitness room hours are:

Monday-Friday

6:00am - 9:00pm

Saturday

9:00am - 3:00pm

Sunday

CLOSED

For more information on the many exciting opportunities available for our tribal community please call our clinic at 405-7017977 or visit our website at www.asthealth.org (Then navigate to our Diabetes and Wellness section under the services section.)

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

CLASSES

Zumba Fitness

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Strength Circuit

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Cardio Kickboxing

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Strength Circuit

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Zumba Fitness

6:15 a.m.-7:00 a.m.

Chrissy Wiens

Little Axe Resource Center

Kickboxing Camp

12:00 p.m.-12:45 p.m.

Chrissy Wiens

LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY

Work

2:30 p.m.-3:15 p.m.

Buster Bread

LITTLE AXE HEALTH FACILITY

Strength Circuit

5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Buster Bread

Little Axe Resource Center

“Kickboxing Camp”- Intense aerobic training that incorporates

kickboxing self-defense to engage and strengthen the

cardiovascular system.

Aerobic Circuit

5:45 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

Buster Bread

Little Axe Resource Center

“Circuit Training”- A time efficient training system aimed at

developing strength through pre-determined training stations.

“Cardio Kickboxing”- Aerobic training using kickboxing

techniques to engage and strengthen the cardiovascular system.

“Work!”- Strength training exercise that uses tubing, weights, and

kettlebells to help increase muscular strength, anaerobic power, and

tone muscles .

WEAR YOUR MOCCASINS AND ACKNOWLEDGE

YOUR ANCESTORS #ROCKURMOCS

For more information contact: Jenifer Sloan (405)701-7988 or Victoria Andrews (405)701-7995

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1990-2009. Am J Public Health. 2014 June; 104. Supplement 3: S460–S469. Published online April 2014.

Accessed 1/27/15: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4035860/.

Accessed 12/10/2015: www.cdc.gov/ﬂu/about/disease/2014-15.htm

Did You Know?

A column from your local registered dietitian, Lisa Harrington

Did you know that November is National Diabetes Awareness Month? Diabetes is a condition where the body has trouble producing

and/or using insulin which leads to a buildup of glucose in the blood—high blood sugar. Over time, high blood sugar can cause damage to

virtually every organ in the body.

Did you know that almost 12% of all Oklahomans have diabetes? In fact, our Native American population has the highest percentage

of those diagnosed with diabetes in Oklahoma, and we carry the highest associated death rates. Luckily, there are many risk factors that

contribute to the development of diabetes that are modifiable—meaning we can decrease our risk by changing certain actions and

behaviors in our daily lives! These include maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, adopting an active lifestyle, eating a healthy diet,

managing stress effectively, and keeping our blood pressure and cholesterol under control.

Did you know that being diagnosed with diabetes does not mean you will eventually have an amputation, go on dialysis, go blind or die

of cardiovascular disease? Being diagnosed with diabetes is not a death sentence—it is a call to action! As long as we manage diabetes

with diet, exercise and medication compliance, then we have an opportunity to live a long, fulfilling life. In fact, we can reduce the risk of

complications by 40% for each 1% reduction in A1C! In other words, if we can reduce blood sugar, then we can prevent future damage to

the organ systems and improve quality of life.

Did you know that diet, exercise and lifestyle changes are often more effective than medication alone, at reducing the conversion from

prediabetes to diabetes and controlling diabetes? Additionally, there are no adverse effects from eating a balanced diet, engaging in an

active lifestyle, quitting smoking and effectively managing stress.

Did you know that you are not alone if you or your loved ones have been diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes? The Diabetes and

Wellness Program along with the Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System are here to serve you, and your families, as we work together to

overcome the burden of diabetes in our community. Our team of physicians, nurses, therapists, dietitians and personal trainers will walk

with you, advise you, educate you, and empower you to find your path towards health and happiness. What are you waiting for!? Let’s get

to work this November as we ask the question: Did you know that collectively, we are stronger than diabetes?

Help Protect Indian Country: Get your flu shot

Native Americans are at a higher risk of developing complications from the flu. Influenza (the flu) and pneumonia are leading causes of death

in Native American elders. The flu can also make diseases like diabetes, asthma, and other heart and lung diseases worse. Getting a flu shot

protects you, your family, and everyone around you from the flu.

The Flu Vaccine is Safe

The flu shot has been around for more than half a century and hundreds of millions of people have safely received one. The flu shot does

not cause you to get the flu. A flu shot may cause you to be sore or feel achy from the injection which can be mistaken for having the flu.

The side effects usually last 1-2 days. Because the flu vaccine changes every year it is important to receive a flu shot every season.

Where to get a Flu Shot

The flu vaccine is available Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm at the Little Axe Health Center for established patients 6 months of age and

older. You may schedule an appointment by calling 405-447-0300. The Plus Care Clinic serves walk-in patients only and is open MondayFriday 9:00 am-5:00 pm and offers flu shots for Native Americans age 9 years and up. For more information about Plus Care services call

405-447-0477. The Shawnee Clinic is open for appointments Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Schedule an appointment with your primary

care provider’s nurse at 405-878-5850 or utilize the Same Day Clinic services from Monday through Saturday.

For more information or questions regarding the flu vaccine contact Public Health Nursing at 405-447-0300 extension 7190.

http://www.cdc.gov/features/AIANFlu/index.html

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

Weather Radios are now available at the Tribal Police Department at the Tribal Complex in Shawnee. Our Red Cross partner provided the tribe with

these radios for employees and tribal members to allow everyone to receive weather alerts and prepare ourselves and families for weather events.

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Emergency Alerts – Types and Description

Public safety officials use timely and reliable systems to alert you and your family in the event of natural or man-made disasters. This page describes

different warning alerts you can receive and the types of devices that receive the alerts.

Wireless Emergency Alerts: During an emergency, the public needs to be provided with life-saving information quickly. Wireless Emergency Alerts

(WEAs) are just one of the ways public safety officials can quickly and effectively alert and warn the public about serious emergencies.

What you need to know about WEAs:

• WEAs can be sent by state and local public safety officials, the National Weather Service, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children,

and the President of the United States

• WEAs can be issued for three alert categories – imminent threat, AMBER, and presidential

• WEAs look like text messages, but are designed to get your attention and alert you with a unique sound and vibration, both repeated twice

• WEAs are no more than 90 characters, and will include the type and time of the alert, any action you should take, as well as the agency issuing

the alert

• WEAs are not affected by network congestion and will not disrupt texts, calls, or data sessions that are in progress

• Mobile users are not charged for receiving WEAs and there is no need to subscribe

• To ensure your device is WEA-capable, check with your service provider

NOAA Weather Radio

NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards (NWR) is a nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting continuous weather information from the nearest

National Weather Service office.

•

NWR broadcasts official warnings, watches, forecasts and other hazard information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

It also broadcasts alerts of non-weather emergencies such as national security, natural, environmental, and public safety through the Emergency

Alert System.

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Contact information:

Emergency Management Coordinator can be reached at the Tribal Police Department 405-275-3200,

cell phone number 405-740-1562, and at this email address: lday@astribe.com

FULL TIME: RN CASE MANAGER

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Behavioral Health Services

WHITE BISON, Inc.

A Cultural Approach to Personal Recovery

Substance Abuse

Wellbriety Group Meetings

Facilitator: John Soap, LPC

Beginning September 14, 2017 5:30pm-6:30pm

Every Thursday at the Shawnee Multipurpose Building

(east of the Shawnee Clinic, Bldg. 16)

For further information, contact:

Shawnee Behavioral Health Services: John 405-878-4716

Little Axe Behavioral Health Services: Dara 405-701-7987

Medicine Wheel and 12 Steps

The medicine wheel and 12 Step program was developed to provide a culturally appropriate 12 Step program for Native American people. This program was developed by

White Bison, based upon teachings of the Medicine Wheel, the Cycle of Life and the Four Laws of Change.

How the Process Works

The Medicine Wheel and 12 Step program is designed in a series of modules that enable people to meet their individual needs. Participants watch a video that explains Medicine Wheel

teachings and apply them to their lives. In addition, participants share their insights and experiences in a talking circle. They also learn how to mind map their own innate knowledge

around these teachings and then apply that knowledge to their daily lives and decision making processes. For those working through the program in a group setting

(i.e. Circles of Recovery) very strong social and emotional bonds are created that help the individuals who participate to develop trust, autonomy, and other healthy feelings and

thought patterns that will help them to grow emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually.

Focus

The focus of the program is on character and values. Thus each of the 12 Steps is presented from the perspective of the value that it reflects.

Step 1: Honesty

Step 6: Willingness

Step 10: Perseverance

Step 2: Hope

Step 7: Humility

Step 11: Spiritual Awakening

Step 3: Faith

Step 8: Forgiveness

Step 12: Service

Step4: Courage

Step 9: Justice

Step 5: Integrity

Teachings of the Medicine Wheel

The Medicine Wheel is an ancient method for teaching important concepts about truth and life. Many Native American communities use a Medicine Wheel, although the colors and the

symbols are different depending upon the culture. The purpose is the same in each culture. These teachings, when applied to one’s life, have the power to influence significant

change in attitudes, behaviors, values and intent. The Elders have shared a series of Teachings based upon the Natural Order of the way things should be. These are sometimes referred

to as the “original instructions.” These important Teachings are included in the Medicine Wheel and 12 Steps:

Four Seasons of Change

Four Laws of Change

Four Directions of Growth

Twelve Principles for Healthy Living

Reclaiming our Power

The 12 Steps of Recovery

Nature’s Way: Principles, Laws and Values

Cycle of Life

Eight Feelings for Healthy Development

Comfort Zones

The Two Thought System: Love and Fear

The Medicine Wheel

The Laws of the Unseen World

Congratulations Abbe!!!!

• Lease to Own Homes

• Low Rent Housing

• Over Income AST member Down Payment & Closing

Assistance

• College Housing Assistance

• Home Rehab Program

• Storm Shelter Assistance

• Transitional Housing

• Over-Income Rental Housing

Family of Faith Christian School

8th Grade Girls Basketball Team

OCSSA 2A STATE CHAMPIONS!

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES

PLEASE CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY OUR OFFICE

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Basketball Champ

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AST Tribal Member

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Congratulations Abbe!!!!

PROUD MOMMA-‐Dos Owings

Honoring Our Past

With Promise for

Our Future

LIFE is Beautiful

Living Meth Free

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBAL MEMBERS

APPLYING FOR TRIBAL ENERGY ASSISTANCE (T.E.A)

(A ONE TIME YEARLY PAYMENT OF $150.00, PER RESIDENCE)

ELIGIBILITY

ENROLLED ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE

18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER

UTILITY BILL IN YOUR NAME AND/OR SPOUSE’S NAME (SPOUSE MUST RESIDE IN HOME)

TOTAL RESIDENCE INCOME (MUST NOT EXCEED A MONTHLY NET PAY OF $2,800.00)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION:

SOCIAL SECURITY CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE)

CDIB CARDS (ALL MEMBERS RESIDING IN THE RESIDENCE)

CURRENT UTILITY BILL AND/OR DISCONNECT NOTICE

CURRENT 30 DAYS INCOME VERIFICATION (I.E. CHECK STUB, SOCIAL SECURITY,

UNEMPLOYMENT, TANF, ETC.)

UNEMPLOYED APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE SELF-CERTIFICATION FORM PROVIDED BY CASE

WORKER

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HAVE APPLICATION COMPLETED AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATIONS BEFORE

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The Tribal Housing Improvement Program’s goal is providing

sanitary, safe, and decent housing for its members by

utilizing the following criteria to select the most “in need”

tribal members with homes that are in disrepair but are still

suitable for rehabilitation. All applicants must meet the

eligibility requirements and criteria which is approved by

the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.

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•Sanitation Facilities Assistance Program

Applications need to be completed and all necessary

documents attached before the application will be processed.

through enrollment, BEFORE any new

registrations or renewals can be processed.

Applications are available online on the website:

www.astribe.com.

Submit completed application to:

Office of Environmental Health & Engineering

Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

Absentee Shawnee Tribe Complex

Office of Environmental Health & Engineering, Building 13

If you have any questions, you can reach us by phone at

(405) 214-4235

returned checks will be charged.

Office of Environmental Health

Brownfield Response Progra m

What is a Brownfield?

The EPA defines a brownfield site as

“...real property, the expansion,

redevelopment, or reuse of which may

be complicated by the presence or

potential presence of hazardous

substances, pollutants, contaminants,

controlled substances, petroleum or

petroleum products, or is mine-scarred

land.”

Do you possibly have a Brownfield

site on your land?

Typical Brownfield Sites Include:

 Abandoned Factories/Buildings/Homes

 Burned Homes

 Buried Dump Sites

 Open Dump Sites

 A Large Amount of Tires

If it’s possible that you have a

Brownfield site on your property, or if

you know of a possible Brownfield

site, please contact:

Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Brownfield Response Program

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.

Shawnee, OK 74801

( 405) 214-4235

AST.Environmental.Programs@astribe.com

 Former Cattle Dip Pit Sites

 Barrels of Unknown Substances

 Old Service Stations

 Oil Storage Facilities

 Oil/Gas Well Sites

on current and upcoming projects

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 Old Dry Cleaning Businesses

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Career Training

at No Cost To Qualified Applicants!

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Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Advocacy

The AST Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Programs are on-call 24 hours per day to provide

emotional support, advocacy and crisis counseling to survivors at hospitals, police stations and

throughout the legal system. The programs also serve as a resource center to the community by

offering educational information and referrals.

Transitional Housing

The AST DV Transitional Housing Program serves victims of Domestic Violence/Sexual

Assault. Participants have up to six months to obtain education and job skills needed to begin a

new life.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION TAX SCHEDULE

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Assists survivors with domestic violence court related costs (when funding is available) and

appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders.

Shelter Placement Assistance

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within

Oklahoma in order to help victims obtain safe housing. Emergency transportation for

the victim and children may also be available.

$70.00

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17 year and over

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Housing and Utility Assistance

Assists victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and/or dating violence in

emergency situations. This assistance may allow for a victim to either receive housing or utility

assistance.

Referral Assistance

Assists with providing community resources to those who are in need of additional services

outside the scope of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program.

LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE,OK.

Do you have any questions? Please feel free to contact the AST Tax Commission office at (405)2754030, option 6. WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM

Community Outreach

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program offers educational trainings,

informational displays, and community events in order to provide more awareness to both Tribal

and Non-Tribal communities.

For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee

Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888.

*No tags will issue unless at least one (1) person on the title is an Absentee Shawnee Tribal member.

C O N T R A C T H E A LT H S E R V I C E S N E W S

The AST Contract Health Services

Team is here to assist you.

Please follow the CHS guidelines.

Keep a copy on hand

and update your information.

EMERGENCY AND URGENT

CARE SERVICES

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who

resides in the defined catchment area and needs

emergent or urgent care.

1. Call the On-Call nurse at 405.447.0300,

option 9 for triage.

2. Notify CHS on the next business day or within

72 hours after your ER visit. Notification does not

assure authorization of payment. However, if you

do not notify CHS within 72 hours, your bills will not

be paid.

3. For AST members with no insurance, evidence

must exist that your visit was medically necessary.

Medical priorities have been established for determining which referrals can be authorized for payment.

4. For AST members with insurance, evidence

must exist that a third-party resource has made the

determination such services were “emergency care”

or “urgent care.” Such evidence my include payment from private insurance.

5. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider, please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills

at the Little Axe Health Center CHS office or the

Shawnee Clinic CHS office.

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES

FOR AST MEMBERS

WITH INSURANCE

CONTRACT HEALTH SERVICES

FOR AST MEMBERS

WITHOUT INSURANCE

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who resides in the defined catchment area and has Medicare or private insurance.

CHS for a currently enrolled AST member who

resides in the defined catchment area and does not

have insurance.

1. To complete existing CHS patient updates, please

visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe

Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular

hours of operation.

1. You must apply for all resources available to you,

such as: Medicaid, Medicare, Worker’s Compensation, Vocational Rehabilitation, auto insurance and

other personal injury or liability coverage. CHS staff

and/or Patient Benefit Advocates can assist you

with the application process for alternate resources.

Failure to exhaust available or potentially available

alternate resources may result in denial of payment.

For new AST tribal members, to become established

for CHS services, please make an appointment to

see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the

Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during

regular hours of operation.

2. Notify CHS at least 48 hours prior to appointment

date for a Coordination of Benefits (COB) to be

sent to the provider.

3. Inform provider/health facility that AST CHS is a

secondary payer/payer of last resort.

4. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider,

please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills at

the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic.

EASY ACCESS

Contract Health Services is conveniently

located in Little Axe Health Center and in

Shawnee Clinic, Building 16.

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday

Closed on Holidays

All facilities closed the first Wednesday of the month from Noon to 5pm.

2. To complete existing CHS patient updates, please

visit Patient Registration at either the Little Axe

Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during regular

hours of operation.

For new AST tribal members, to become established

for CHS services, please make an appointment to

see the New Patient Coordinator/PBA at either the

Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic during

regular hours of operation.

3. You must utilize the services provided within AST

health clinics prior to being referred out.

4. Referrals for outside services must be sent to CHS.

Services must be medically approved by an AST

Health provider and/or CMMR Committee.

5. An appointment will be scheduled, and a COB will

be sent to the outside provider.

6. In the event that you receive a bill from a provider,

please provide a copy to CHS. You may leave bills at

the Little Axe Health Center or Shawnee Clinic.

I M P O RTA N T CO N TAC TS

BILLING & PAYMENT INQUIRIES

Little Axe Health Center & Shawnee Clinic

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Little Axe Health Center

REFERRAL MANAGEMENT

Shawnee Clinic

Glendine Blanchard, CHS Coordinator

Darla Gatzman, CH Technician

Chelle Foreman, Medical Claims Examiner

Lena Carol, CH Technician

Kareena Deere, CH Technician/Medical Records

Debi Sloat, CHS Coordinator/RN

Sharon Littlecreek, Patient Care Manager/LPN

Jayne Werst, CH Specialist, Medicaid Patients

Kelly Armstrong, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Jennifer Wells, CH Technician

Melinda Ferrell, PBA, Dental Referrals

Flo Mann, CH Specialist, AST Patients/LPN

Laurie Webber, CH Specialist, IHS Patients/LPN

Carrie Stanley, CH Specialist, Medicaid patients/

Medical Assistant

LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER CHS

SHAWNEE CLINIC CHS

405.701.7951 (Please follow voice prompts)

405.447.0300 (Secondary)

405.878.5850 (Primary)

405.878.4702 (Secondary)

HEALTH SYSTEM

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Summer

If you live in Pottawatomie or Cleveland counties

and have a C.D.I.B. card you may qualify for the

L.I.H.E.A.P Program

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Department of Social Services

(405) 275-4030

Ext. #6225 or #6255

2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

(405) 275-4030 • Fax: (405) 214-4225

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE

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• NOTARIZED TITLE

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PURCHASE AGREEMENT

• LIEN ENTRY FORM (if you are making payments)

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*TRIBAL MEMBER MUST BE PRESENT FOR

ALL NEW REGISTRATIONS*

Note: You may be asked to provide supporting

documentation for verification purposes.

• VALID OKLAHOMA DRIVER’S LICENSE

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• PREVIOUS YEARS REGISTRATION

*ANYONE MAY COME RENEW THE

VEHICLE AS LONG AS THEY HAVE

THE ABOVE LISTED DOCUMENTS

FOR THE TRIBAL MEMBER*

1-4 YEARS

5-8 YEARS

9-12 YEARS

13-16 YEARS

17- OVER YEARS

$0.25 A DAY

$85

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Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational

Rehabilitation Program

“ S e e t h e Pe r s o n N o t t h e D i s a b i l i t y ”

History:

The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program has provided vocational services to American Indians since 1994, and transition services to students since 2009. Our goal

is to develop and provide specialized services to American Indian students with a disability. We

want to help these students that are making a transition from high school to work or who are

seeking post-secondary education.

Services Than Can Be Provided:

Depending on an individual’s needs and goals, will determine which services are best for you.

However, some services that we can provide include testing fees such as SATs & ACTs, assistive

devices, evaluations, and various other services.

Qualifications:

Must be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe, a junior or senior in high school,

and must reside in one of the seven counties served by the Iowa Tribe Vocational Rehabilitation Program. You must also provide documentation of your disability and this can include a

doctor’s statement or the IEP or 504 plan from your school.

Counties We Serve:

Kay, Noble, Pawnee, Payne, Pottawatomie, Lincoln, and Logan

Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

P.O. Box 728

Perkins, OK 74059

Contact: Christa McClellan

Phone: 405-547-5721

Toll Free: 1-888-336-4692

E-mail: cmcclellan@iowanation.org

WE ARE ON THE INTERNET: www.bahkhoje.com

ONLINE PATIENT PORTAL

for our Little Axe Health Center and Shawnee Clinic

Need to schedule an appointment? Ask a question? View lab results?

Now, Little Axe Health Center and Shawnee Clinic patients can connect

with their health records and care providers via our real-time, secure patient portal. Go to www.asthealth.org/patient-portal to register.

For more help, call your clinic, and we’ll walk you through it.

Install the app

on iPhone or

Android for

real-time access

to your health

information

HEALTH SYSTEM

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Secretary John R. Johnson ......... 6289

Alvina Barnes ............................... 6275

Jeff Gibson ................................... 6256

....................................................... 6306

Lt.Governor Isaac Gibson........... 6253

Andy Warrior .............................. 6309

Mary Billy..................................... 6267

Scott Miller (BIA Spec.) .................. 6325

Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe . 6308

Twila Parker ................................ 6307

Lesa Shaw ..................................... 6269

....................................................... 6263

CORRECTIONS? E-MAIL TO PHONELIST@ASTRIBE.COM

UPDATED: OCTOBER 6, 2016

SHAWNEE CLINIC

Clinic (Bldg. 17) ............................................. 878-5850

Pharmacy ....................................................... 878-5859

Toll free ................................................1-866-742-4977

(Chrissy Wiens, Buster Bread, Blake Goodman)

LITTLE AXE CLINIC

Clinic - Medical ............................................. 447-0300

After hours ..................................................... 447-0498

Clinic - Dental ................................................ 307-9704

Diabetes .......................................................... 360-0698

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

Resource Center ............................................ 364-7298

OEH/OEP ..................................... 214-4235

Police Dept. ................. 275-3200 / 275-3432

Thunderbird Casino NRM.......... 360-9270

Shawnee Casino ........................... 273-2679

Tribal Store (Little Axe).................. 364-0668

(Sherman Tiger, Derek Hilderbrand)

Housing ......................................... 273-1050

Human Resources ........................ 275-1468

Indian Child Welfare................... 878-4702

Country Kitchen Restaurant ...... 366-7220

Media ............................................ 598-1279

(Billie Thompson)

Building Blocks II LA.................. 360-2710

(Elizabeth Crawford, Briana Ponkilla)

OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE

All Nations Bank .......................... 273-0202

ASEDA.......................................... 878-6782

Toll Free ............................. 1-800-256-3341

Brendle Corner ............................ 447-3372

Building Blocks ........................... 878-0633

OTHER EXTENSIONS

Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm.................................6294

Bldg. 1 Break Rm.................................6305

Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. .......................6330

Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. ..........................6311

Finance Conference Rm ......................6236

TITLE VI

Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ........6227

Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun ......................6272

Donna Butler ........................................6270

Robert Schoolfield ...............................6270

Ted Watson ..........................................6270

TERO

Jeff Gibson ...........................................6284

ICW

RECEPTIONIST

Ronelle Baker ...................................... 6375

Lea Bettelyoun..................................... 4030 Julie Wilson ........................................ 6376

Jackie Denny ....................................... 6377

ATTORNEY

Ray Campbell ...................................... 6313 LITTLE AXE RESOURCE CENTER

Robert Komahcheet ..................... 585-8310

COURT

Kathy Brock (Court Clerk) ................ 6241 Duke Blanchard ........................... 585-3669

Jaxi Martin .......................................... 6260 MAINTENANCE

Kevin Kaseca ....................................... 6316

CULT. PRES. / GIFT SHOP

Merry Rodriguez Gift Shop).................. 6310 Reta Harjo ........................................... 6249

Devon Frazier(Library) ...................... 6243 Stephen Fife ......................................... 6234

Ashley Brokeshoulder ......................... 6312 Sherri Yetter, Isaac Bettelyoun, John

Erin Thompson ................................... 6340 Mann, Cecil Walker

Kyra Underwood................................. 6238 Tom White, Donnie Marshall, Lance

Suhaila Nease....................................... 6245 Nanaeto, Levi Littlecreek ................... 6331

Leal Bender ......................................... 6323 MIS

HELP DESK ....................................... 3100

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/FAMILY SERVICES

Melissa Lopez ...................................... 6333 .............................................................. 6327

Leslie Harris ........................................ 6326 Michael Berry...................................... 6303

DV Advocate........................................ 6224 .............................................................. 6329

Bryisha Payne...................................... 6315 .............................................................. 6328

Lindsay Hernandez ............................. 6226 Donna Cody ......................................... 6402

Taylor Wills ......................................... 6293 OEH

(Sexual Assault Adv) .................................. 6298 Ken Jones............................................. 6223

.............................................................. 6277 Jarrod Lloyd ....................................... 6229

Dakota Blanchard ............................... 6299

EDUCATION

Tresha Spoon ....................................... 6242 Evelyn Pablito ..................................... 6398

Linda Gouge ........................................ 6255 Rebecca Diven ..................................... 6230

POLICE DEPT............... 275-3200 / 275-3432

ELECTION COMMISSION

Emily Longman ................................... 6271 Brad Gaylord (Chief) ............................ 6302

Linda Day ............................................ 6261

ENROLLMENT

Ric Mantooth....................................... 6278

Carly Dyer ........................................... 6292 .............................................................. 6266

Kimberly Creek................................... 6288 Jason Brinker ...................................... 6259

.............................................................. 6232

HORSE SHOE BEND

Steven Crisp ........................................ 6278

(After School Program Director)

Edwina Butler-Wolfe .......................... 6308 James Woolbright ............................... 6278

Shawn Crowley ................................... 6276

Joseph Abbiss ...................................... 6278

SOCIAL SERVICES

Annie Wilson (Director) .........................6225

Linda Gouge .........................................6255

REALTY

Cecil Wilson .........................................6246

Lea Tsotaddle .......................................6248

Colleen Butler ......................................6247

PROCUREMENT

Asaycia Clayton ...................................6291

Sheelby Thorpe ....................................6244

Tara Battise ..........................................6281

...............................................................6410

TAX COMMISSION / TAG

Alicia Engler.........................................6257

Connor Edwards ..................................6237

Shelby White ........................................6258

FINANCE

Victor Flores ........................................ 6282

Shema Lincoln ..................................... 6250

Jenny Ware ........................................ 6279

Holly Davis ......................................... 6265

David Deer ........................................... 6320

Twyla Blanchard ................................ 6233

Jennifer Crenshaw .............................. 6228

Courtney Green .................................. 6300

Misty Griffith ..................................... 6290

Phillip Ellis .......................................... 6280

Phillis Wahahrickah-Tasi................... 6338

Sandra Burnett ................................... 6385

HUMAN RESOURCES

Treasurer Leah Bates .................. 6239

Cheri Hardeman ................................. 6252

Donna Longhorn .......................... 6240

Elizabeth Clark .................................. 6296

Rep Anthony Johnson ................. 6287 .............................................................. 6222

Trent Norton ................................ 6335 Casey Adams ...................................... 6337

Treas

Secretary

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE – SHAWNEE DEPARTMENT EXTENSIONS (405) 275-4030

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE

OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA

2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR.

SHAWNEE, OK 74801

SPRINGFIELD, MO

PERMIT 96

RETURN SERVICE

REQUESTED

Volume 28 No. 11 November 2017

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