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THE ABSENTEE

SHAWNEE NEWS

August 2022

Volume 32, No. 08

ASTHS Executive Director Steps Down

Left Photo L-R: AST Lt. Governor Ezra DeLodge; AST Governor John Johnson; AST Health Board Member Max Tuhsuda; AST Health Board Vice-Chairwoman Michelle Rapp; AST Health

Program Executive Director Mark Rogers; AST Treasurer Joseph Blanchard; AST Health Board Chairman Dr. Lancer Stephens. Right Photo: Mark Rogers and Interim Executive Director Dara

Thorpe pose with the painting and star quilt he received from Health staff at his last ASTHS Town Hall Meeting.

Mark Rogers, Absentee Shawnee

Tribe Health System Executive Director

is leaving after nine years. The Little

Axe Health Clinic honored him with a

reception on July 11.

He was hired November 2013 and

has been responsible for much of the

growth the AST health system has seen.

Under his leadership the health system

has increased the number of providers,

services, buildings and patients. He has

overseen the expansion projects coming

up including a new Shawnee clinic.

Dr. Lancer Stephens was on the health

board in 2013 when Rogers was hired.

“Mark has been a great resource and

leader for the AST health system during

his tenure. As I look back at where

we were and where we are today, I am

truly amazed. The dramatic increase in

services that are offered to the tribe is

something that is not often seen in health

care and Mark was the biggest advocate

every step of the way. The future for the

tribe and its health system is indeed very

bright and Mark, as well as the entire

Health System, should be congratulated

for a job well done. We are all saddened

that he is leaving, but thank him for his

time, friendship and memories. The

health system will continue on the path of

progression, but we truly have some big

shoes to fill.” said Stephens. “His vision

and professionalism was instrumental in

making the AST health system what it is

today and what it will become.”

On his time here, Rogers said, “It

has been both an honor and a privilege

working for the AST Tribe and the

Tribal Health System! I grew up in

Indian Country and have always had

a passion for healthcare and caring for

people. When I came here, it wasn’t just

for a job, it was to make a difference in

people’s lives – and look how far we all

have come now!” We started in 2013

with 68 employees, a very limited (and

overworked) professional staff, limited

hours of operation, and two clinics

with 3 buildings. Today, we now have

350 employees, 122 full-time providers,

operating 7 days a week with extended

evening service hours, and 8 buildings

(soon to be 10 – the PPE Warehouse and

a new Shawnee Clinic)! We are now the

7th largest ITU in the OKC Area Office’s

Area out of 42 programs, closing in on

being the 5th largest – not too shabby –

and a job well-done by all!”

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe wishes

Rogers all the best of luck in his new

endeavors.

Thunderbird Casino Anniversary Powwow Held July 2nd & 3rd

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

GOVERNOR’S REPORT

John Johnson, AST Governor

GOVERNOR

John Johnson

Hello fellow tribal members,

It is hard to believe in the next few weeks

the kids will be going back to school and

summer will be coming to an end. But I

have a feeling we will be dealing with this

warm weather for a while. I hope everyone is staying hydrated and staying cool

when possible.

We had a very busy first weekend in

July. First on the list was Friday July 1st,

the EC hosted an Employee Appreciation

Picnic for all employees of the tribe. This

event had a great turn out. The employees had a lot of fun, food and fellowship. I

want to thank everyone that helped plan

this event. I appreciate all out employees

LT. GOVERNOR’S REPORT

Ezra DeLodge, AST Lt. Governor

Lt. GOVERNOR

Ezra DeLodge

SECRETARY

Alicia Miller

Tribal Members,

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 405-432-0733.

Maintenance:

The Maintenance staff has completed 30

work orders in the last month while staying busy mowing the campus grounds. I

want to say thank you to the Maintenance

and Housekeeping crews for all their hard

work.

OEH:

In total for 2022 OEH has assisted Tribal members with 48 different septic renovations and installations, water well drilling and installations, well renovations,

and community water connections.

For 2022, we have collected, processed,

and recycled 26 bales of shredded office

paper and cardboard equaling roughly

19.5 tons of recyclable waste that has been

diverted from landfills.

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

We are currently working with Cleveland

County on a plan to construct roads and

the parking lot for the dining hall at the

Youth Camp. Construction of the entry

gate along with the road and parking

lot are expected to begin in the coming

months.

We are currently finalizing the plans for

the new Police Safety Center. Starr Design

SECRETARY’S REPORT

Alicia Miller, AST Secretary

TREASURER

Joseph Blanchard

REPRESENTATIVE

DeWayne Wilson

Ho wa se ke sa ke!

When I was 14 years old, I recall a day

trip to Wyandotte, Oklahoma, with my

mother to visit Seneca Indian School. She

spoke of and pointed out where buildings

once stood. She recalled sitting on the

front steps of the girls’ dormitory watching her older brother play marbles with

a group of boys across the way near the

boys’ dormitory, calling for him by name.

She spoke of the loneliness she felt as a 6

year old girl who didn’t speak English and

the discipline she received at the hands of

the matrons. As she told me, I remember

tears welling up in my eyes, even at the

age of 14, I felt an overwhelming sadness

for the experiences she withstood and

shared. Even to this day, when I think of

her boarding school days, at Seneca and

Oaks Mission School, and all of our young

tribal children who were sent to boarding

schools I still feel a heavy sadness.

On Saturday, July 9th, the U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland (Laguna

Pueblo) held her first visit for the Road

to Healing initiative (listening sessions)

in Anadarko, Oklahoma, at Riverside Indian School (established in 1871). This

is after the May, 2022, release of Vol-

TREASURER’S REPORT

Joseph Blanchard, AST Treasurer

Hello fellow Tribal members, family, and

friends:

I hate to say it, but Summer Break is just

about over and the kids will be returning

to school before too long. For lots of

families, these last few weeks many have

wrapped up ball seasons, trips and vacations, and created lasting memories. Do

not forget to coordinate with Social Services to update your child’s information

and submit for the clothing allowance. If

August 2022

and the hard work that each of you do every day.

Second event was on July 2nd. The 1st

annual 5k run/walk to produce was held

by the Agriculture department. The turnout for this event was amazing. Over 100

people participated by running or walking. I personally did not get to attend but

I heard it was great and everyone enjoyed

themselves.

The third event for the weekend was the

Anniversary Celebration that was held on

June 30th, July 1st, 2nd and 3rd at the

Thunderbird Casino in Little Axe. Thursday started with a free concert by the Bellamy Brothers followed by fireworks. Friday evening was a social stomp dance and

Saturday and Sunday was the Pow Wow.

The weekend events ended with another

firework show.

Now for some updates on some of the

building projects. The roof on the building at Tecumseh Square is being demolished. After demolition, construction

will begin on a new roof. This is the first

phase of the renovation for the Tecumseh

Square building.

The new After School building that will

be located just south of Building Blocks

has broken ground. This new building will

have a gym, new offices and classrooms

for the After School program. Hopefully

soon we will have a bigger and better program for our after school children.

There are many exciting things happening here at the tribe. I like seeing the leaps

we are taking to improve our tribe and the

expansion of programs that we can and

will soon provide for our tribal members.

Group has made some desired changes to

the floor plan and design. Upon approval

of the updated plan and design, we will

begin advertising for bids for general contractors.

All fiscal year 2022 EPA applications

have been submitted for funding. EPA

also has a new program designed for recycling infrastructure that will provide

much needed additional funding to help

the Tribal Recycling Program, which we

will be submitting an application for later

in the year.

We would like to remind Tribal Members 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:

As I mentioned last month I am working on the Safety Transportation Plan as

well as the Long Range Transportation

Plan. A survey was posted on the tribal website as well as Facebook. I would

like to thank those of you that took time

to fill out and submit the survey. This

survey will assist us in helping make our

tribal routes safer. This includes safety signs, cross walks, etc. This month I

have scheduled a Long Range Transportation Plan Meeting on Friday, Aug. 12th

at 10am in the Multi-Purpose Bldg. The

meeting is to address our transportation

infrastructure within the AST service areas. If you have any questions please feel

free to reach out to me at (405)275-4030

or TwylaB@astribe.com

Land Management Program:

Land Management has done some

projects like T-Square cleaning around

the old Building and helping Realty with

projects. We also have been help tribal

members with assistance and helping Ag

Department with their 5k run. We are

starting to get our wood cut and split for

the heating program this fall and winter.

Any questions or concerns email me at

cmartinez@astribe.com or 405-395-8101.

Agriculture:

The Agricultural Department hosted its

first annual 5k Cross Country and Mile

walk/fun run event “Running to Produce”

on July 2nd, 2022. Over 100 runners and

walkers braved the heat for this inaugural

event. Our fastest male runner Tyler Rolette, finished the race with a time of 24:11

and our fastest female runner Channa

Deer, finished the race with her time of

32:50. We would like to thank all the participants who came out for the event. We

would also like to give a big thank you

for every volunteer and all tribal entities

that help with donations and support to

make this event possible! We are excited

and look forward to planning next year

5k event. Our current focus is continuing

to maintain our crops and preparing for

harvest for the upcoming season. If you

have any questions please contact us at

(405) 275-4300 EXT. 6263 or by email at

agricultural@astribe.com.

ume I of the Federal Indian Boarding

School Initiative Investigation Report. If

you have a computer, you can find it at:

https://www.bia.gov/sites/default/files/

dup/inline-files/bsi_investigative_report_may_2022_508.pdf. The U.S. initiative derived (and long overdue) after

the June, 2021, massive unmarked grave

discovery of Indian children at the Kamloops Indian Residential School in Canada. This opened the door to examine the

consequences of the U.S. Indian boarding

school policies and the multi-generational trauma created for our Indian people.

It is Secretary Haaland’s desire to address

these traumatic legacies so Native peoples

can grow and heal.

The investigation found that from 1819

to 1969, the federal Indian boarding

school system consisted of 408 federal

schools across 37 states or then territories, including 21 schools in Alaska and

7 schools in Hawaii. The investigation

identified marked or unmarked burial

sites at approximately 53 different schools

across the school system. As the investigation continues, the Department expects

the number of identified burial sites to

increase. Secretary Haaland plans to visit additional sites for these listening sessions throughout the U.S.

I have to admit it was also heavy to hear

their stories of those who were willing to

share. Many do not want to share and it

is completely understandable. It made

me think of all of those who we have lost

who are not able to share what they experienced, for me it is my father, grandmother, uncles and an aunt. They shared

bits and pieces of stories and I can recall

some of them about Chilocco, Haskell

and Pawnee. I wish I had asked more. I

also still hear of unmarked graves at various locations.

There is not one family that I do not

know who has been touched or affected in some way of the Indian boarding

school policies of forced assimilation. I

feel we need to have our own listening

session of our AST people so we work towards healing our own people rather than

wait – again, on the federal government

think tanks to create programs for us.

I could spend hours writing this article but I prefer to have in-person dialog

on this topic. Please let me know if you

are willing to share your story about your

boarding school experience(s). Please

call my office at (405) 275-4030 and I

would be more than happy to meet with

you and have a discussion. Be safe and

stay cool.

you were not aware, the Executive Committee voted to increase this line item to

add an extra $300 for the next 3 years by

supplementing it with ARPA funds. So

when you hear comments suggesting we

forgot about the kids in the recent distribution, those rumors are false.

In other news, the Treasurer’s office and

Finance has had a very busy month as

we have finally been able to complete the

annual audit, and met with all Departments and Leadership for their Mid-Year

Budget Review. I am happy to report, the

Tribal programs are within the appropri-

ate limits and on schedule to complete the

year as projected. That being said, as we

continue to progress forward, I have reminded our EC the need to diversify and

search for other types of revenue sources. There has been lots of speculation and

negativity about some recent activity but

each of these serve a specific purpose,

beneficial to the Tribe. In my discussion

with Coordinators, I’ve requested them

to think outside the box and find ways to

generate income, to assist in sustaining

their programs into the future.

Respectfully,

Lt. Governor DeLodge

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

Alicia Miller

Tribal Secretary

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TREASURER’S REPORT

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As an example, the Agriculture Department, which houses Livestock Program, Food Sovereignty, and Land Management, was created with the intent to

utilize existing lands to produce fruit and

vegetables which we could sell back to

the Pantry, Title VI, and Daycare with the

USDA “Farm to Table” program. Other

locations would be used for grazing of

livestock. The processing of steers would

provide beef for these same programs.

Another example is the Land Management program. Their purpose is to assist

with clearing our Tribal lands to make

them usable again. One does not have

REPRESENTATIVE’S REPORT

DeWayne Wilson, AST Representative

Hello Tribal Members,

I hope everyone is in good health

and enjoying the outdoors with family/

friends. We (EC) were real busy with activities this past month. We had an Employee Appreciation, Produce to Running, and our Annual Absentee Shawnee

Tribal Pow- Wow festivities. Although it

was hot, I enjoyed being around and visiting with all the tribal members. Let`s

not forget that COVID 19 is still in our

communities and at our Tribal facilities.

The COVID 19 numbers are on the rise

and if that continues, tough decisions are

going have to be made. Again my prayers

go out to the tribal families that are sick

or have lost love ones.

Education Department;

The Education Director and I are discussing changes to the Education program applications for accounting purposes and how we can distribute ARPA

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to look far to locate “Indian Land”. It is

easily identifiable with all the overgrowth

of brush and the abundant trees. Many

families do not possess the equipment to

begin this process nor do they have the

financial resources to pay for this extensive work.

In the last year, our members have had

to live through a pandemic, a food and

supply shortage, inflated costs, and the

onset of a recession. By no means am I a

doomsayer but I do believe in being prepared. As we have seen the recent increases, now we are also dealing with extreme

heat and drought conditions. Though the

Tribe can’t supplement for each member’s

every need, we are making decisions for

“what if this situation becomes more dire

and families can’t provide the basic necessities to feed their family”.

In representing the Tribe and having

discussions with Federal and State officials, I recently have attended a few important events. I altered my schedule

to go participate and listen at the “Road

to Healing”, presented by the Secretary

of the Interior, Deb Haaland. It was an

emotional day as I heard the stories of

the atrocities that occurred at Boarding

Schools during the Assimilation Period.

Additionally, I attended the Consultation

Meeting with the Department of the Interior in Tulsa over the U.S. Supreme Court

ruling of the McGirt Case. I shared our

Tribe’s concerns about the extra expenses associated with the workload increase,

the fees to house those incarcerated by

our Police and Court system, and more

importantly, made it known about a request to fund Behavioral Health.

That is my month in a nutshell. As

I conclude, I want to express my sympathies to those who have lost loved ones

and ask the Creator to provide strength

and comfort during your time of sorrow.

Also, I would like to say “thank you” for

the continued support, kind words, and

advice. Should you have any questions,

do not hesitate to call my office, send me

an email, or schedule an appointment.

funding to supplement existing funding.

In Workforce Development, we 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 Development

and Career Initiative (pilot program) in

our tribal website and newspaper. The

HVAC Mechanic position is still being

advertised. I have hired a tribal member

for a Workforce Project Coordinator to

oversee the HVAC Program.

Cultural Preservation Department;

In the ANA/Language Grant, we have

been approved of continued funding for

the next year. We are still interviewing

applicants for the Linguist/ Project Coordinator position. The Cultural Preservation Director is having discussion with

ANA about the possibilities of contracting for the Linguist position and just hire

a Project Coordinator. We are waiting approval from the ANA office. We still have

advertising for two Language teachers

pertaining to this grant.

Gaming Commission;

The Gaming Commission continues to

work with NIGC pertaining to approving

our Gaming Commission Ordinance. We

anticipate our Gaming Ordinance will

be approved in the near future. Gaming

Commission is looking at what auditing

company they want to conduct their next

annual audit. I continue to attend the

Gaming Commission meetings.

Youth Camp;

Construction has started back up at

the Youth Camp during this reporting

period. Goldsby Construction Company will be the Construction Manager for

Recreational Facilities projects (Phase

4). They have started the construction of

playground equipment and picnic tables.

Next, they will start the construction of

the tennis court, basketball court, and

softball field, in that order. Although,

we have approval from BIA/ Southern

Plains Regional Office to continue with

the Youth Camp Road Project, we are in

discussions with Cleveland County in

assisting the Tribe in the construction of

the Youth Camp Road. This is possible

due to the Inter-local Agreement we have

with Cleveland County, this will save

the Tribe`s BIA funding for other usage.

Again, I will keep everyone informed of

the progress of these projects.

As for Public Law 102-477; We, EC

and certain Directors, continue our discussions with Ms. Ida Doyle, Regional

AOTR. We are still waiting on the approval of grant funding to assist in the

exploratory phase and list of host tribes

that currently are 447 participants.

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) 275-4030,

Ext.6239 or by email: dewayne.wilson@

astribe.com.

Neyiwa!

Joseph H. Blanchard

Respectfully,

DeWayne Wilson

Tribal Representative

Executive Committee Members Attend Boarding School Listening Sessions

Left Photo L-R: AST Representative DeWayne Wilson; Secretary of Interior Deb Haaland; AST Treasurer Joseph Blanchard; AST Secretary Alicia Miller. Right Photo L-R: AST Treasurer Joseph

Blanchard; Former US Representative Kendra Horn; AST Representative DeWayne Wilson; AST Secretary Alicia Miller.

On Saturday, July 9th, the U.S. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland (Laguna Pueblo) held her first stop on the Road to Healing initiative in Anadarko, at Riverside Indian

School (established in 1871). The year- long tour will document the stories and testimony of boarding school survivors. The federal boarding school system included 408

schools across 37 states and territories between 1819 and 1969. Oklahoma had the greatest number of schools with 76.

FROM THE ELECTION COMMISSION:

Tribal Members: this is to inform the people of the newly elected

members of the Absentee Shawnee Election Commission:

Diana Wilson, Election Commissioner

James Cody Spybuck, Jr., Deputy Commissioner

Paulette Blanchard, Election Secretary “Appointed”

Brandi Routledge-Hunt, Commission Member #1

Charlotte Lynn Ellis, Commission Member #2

Zack Smith, Alternate

Emily Longman, Alternate

The members on the Commission are all elected except for the

Alternates and the Secretary. No one ran for the position of Election Secretary and the appointee will serve in that position until

the next annual election according to Article 8 Section 1 of the

Absentee Shawnee Constitution.

August 2022

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Grandmother, a Tough Mudder

When tribal member Carolyn (Snake)

Duncan, from Troy, Tennessee, turned

a milestone birthday, one of her fitness

goals was to do another Tough Mudder

fitness challenge. She set out to make that

happen by participating in her second

Tough Mudder recently held in Lebanon,

outside of Nashville, Tennessee, on June

25th. For those who are not familiar with

the Tough Mudder fitness challenge, it

is more than just an event, it’s a way of

thinking and it’s about pushing yourself

to the limits and helping others to face

and overcome their fears such as heights

or water. The Tough Mudder is not a

competition or race, it involves teamwork,

group camaraderie, and having plain fun

by getting down and dirty in the mud

while doing the Tough Mudder challenge.

Tough Mudder is the premier obstacle

course series in the world with the most

innovative obstacles and more than one

million participants globally to date.

ADBC Studio owner “Caroline”

Duncan along with her 5-lady named

Team ADBC Mindful Mudders had

faithfully trained 3-days a week since

February. The team’s ages ranged

from the decades of 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s,

and 70. Caroline was the oldest, and

might mention a grandparent of three

grandkids. Their training regimen began

with cardio work – brisk walking, doing

a 5K, 6K, 7K walk/run, jump rope reps,

burpees, jumping jacks; a segment of

upper body and core strength training by

using dumbbells, kettlebells, the Pilates

Reformer, pushups, passive dead hangs,

ab work, planks, and more.

“Learning to build grip strength was

key when it came to performing the

passive dead hangs and pullups. We

surpassed the 30-second passive hang

to doing a 1-minute passive hang. It

was essential for the 13 obstacle course

such as the Castaway, Kiss the Mud, the

Mudderhorn, and having to climb out

of waves of 6-foot trench mudholes with

3-feet of slick, slippery, thick mud. Using

your strength required every ounce

of grit you had in you to get out of the

mudholes.” The Mudderhorn is a 3-story

building height of cargo net designed

to help overcome your fear of heights,

required stepping into square ropes, and

using your grip strength by using your

upper body strength for pulling your

body up, and then, coming down the

back side was just as challenging to return

to the ground. Caroline accomplished it.

Quotes from Caroline, “when it

comes to exercising, age is irrelevant, if

you have the commitment, drive, and

determination to improve your physical

health, you can change things for

yourself. Exercising will add benefits to

your health, and it will make a difference.”

You don’t have to run a marathon for

health benefits, but if you can walk, get

up and move your body daily, make it a

habit like brushing your teeth. You can

help stave off many preventative diseases

as high blood pressure, high cholesterol,

control your weight, lower your A1C, and

prevent other chronic diseases. Age is

irrelevant when it comes to setting fitness

goals for yourself, only you can make this

happen.

Running to Produce 5K/1 Mile Fun Run

On Saturday July 2, the AST Agriculture Department held their first Running to Produce 5K/Mile Fun Run. Over 100 walkers and

runners braved the heat for this inaugural event. Tyler Rolette was the fastest male with 24:11 and Channa Deer was the fastest female

finished at 32:50. Norman Rice, the oldest male participant and Bea Baker, the oldest female participant were honored as well. Make plans

to attend next year’s race!

August 2022

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The Absentee Shawnee Tribe

Long-Range Transportation Plan Meeting

Location:

AST Multi-Purpose Building

2029 S. Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

405-275-4030

Date & Time:

Friday, August 12th at 10:00 am.

Purpose of Meeting

In an effort to update and modernize its Tribal Transportation Program, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe

(AST) is developing a long-range transportation plan (LRTP). The LRTP will allow for the inventory and

analysis of transportation infrastructure within the AST transportation network and geographic service

area. The LRTP identifies goals and develops strategies to address current and future land use,

economic development, traffic demand, and public health, safety, and social needs (25 CFR Part 170.400

and 410).

The tribal communities and local population are the beneficiaries of tribal transportation improvements.

The AST invites the members of the tribal community and various stakeholders with a vested in interest

to attend a public meeting to ask questions and share information. The meeting will be held at the AST

Multi-Purpose Building on Friday, August 12, 2022, starting at 10 am and concluding by noon.

Refreshments will be provided.

Contact Information

For further questions and to RSVP, please contact

Twyla Blanchard

Self-Governance Director

TwylaB@astribe.com

405-275-4030

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

The Gift Shop is open! 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 still have a few remaining items on SALE! We have t-shirts in small, 2xl, 3xl, and 4xl, hoodies in small, polo shirts in

medium, 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 couple of months.

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 500 new Section 106 projects for review. In conjunction with receiving projects, the program

has consulted on 398 projects. These projects were completed in 19 of our 25 areas of interest/states. The THPO has also taken part in 21 teleconference calls as it concerns

Section 106 projects as well as NAGPRA cases. These calls were with such Federal Agencies as Oklahoma FEMA, Mark Twain NF and the State of Missouri.

FCC/TCNS

The incoming workflow of new and modified telecommunications projects has been steady for the TCNS program. The THPO Specialist has been busy reviewing, researching and given recommendations to the telecommunications industry. Over the past month, the program has received 152 new telecommunications facility projects for review.

These 152 individual projects will be completed in conjunction with 13 consulting firms in 10 of our 25 areas of interest/states.

In conjunction with receiving projects, the program has reviewed, researched and gave recommendation for the clearance of 107 telecommunications projects. These 107

individual projects were completed in conjunction with 12 consulting firms in 10 of our 25 areas of interest/states. Also, 32 projects are awaiting clearance because their packages are lacking some information such as full archaeological reports, SHPO responses, or clear pictures.

EVENTS

At the current time, we have no scheduled events, but we are in the planning stages. We are also looking at dates for follow-up workshops. 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 52 children enrolled in our center at this time. If you

are interested in putting your child in our center please call to inquire about

openings and our waiting list. We are accepting waiting list applications for

all of our classrooms. We can email you a waiting list application or you may

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.

The weather is hot and summer is here. The children are playing on our

splash pad on their classes set day of the week. The 4 & 5 year olds are

going on many field trips including Shawnee Splash and local Splash Pads.

They are having a blast!

As summer break comes to a close and the new school year approaches, our

center has loved every minute of summer 2022. Our students have enjoyed

water play days, field trips, and learning how to be successful gardeners!

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

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

Our center will be closed August 8th, 2022 for AST day.

Please enjoy the moments we captured this month.

Hope everyone had a safe holiday. Our

classes made 4th of July shirts (below).

Building Blocks will be closed for Absentee

Shawnee Day on Monday, August 8th, 2022.

Building Blocks is excited

to finally have our New

Playgrounds being installed.

They are currently replacing

the play structures on our

big playground. Many days

of work are ahead until the

playgrounds are complete.

Stay cool and have an

Awesome August!

Central Tribes Shawnee Area, Inc. (CTSA HEAD START)

Administrative Office

1535 N. McKinley

Shawnee, OK 74801

P: (405) 275-4870

F: (405) 275-9684

Little Feet Big Steps

Early Bird Head Start

Yellow Earth Learning Center

806 E. Grant

111 W. Vine

920884 S. HWY 99

Shawnee, OK 74801

Cushing, OK 74023

Stroud, OK 74079

P: (405) 878-5820

P: (918) 225-1029

P: (918) 968-9445

F: (405) 275-9684

F: (918) 225-9969

F: (918) 968-1763

Parents and Guardians…

Little Feet → Big Steps is enrolling NOW

for the 2022-2023 School Year!!!!

Early Head Start ~ Birth to 3 year olds

Head Start ~ 3 year olds – 5 year olds

Child Care~ Birth to 5 year olds

At CTSA, our goal is to meet the individual needs of ALL of our children – especially those with disabilities.

We offer a fun and exciting programs for your children to learn and grow!

Our qualified and dedicated teachers and staff provide rich learning environments at our centers, where

families and friends are encouraged to volunteer and spend time with their child.

If you have a child or know of a child that would benefit from an interactive,

engaging, stable, and safe learning environment – please call today!!!

CTSA Head Start/Early Head Start/CCDF Now Enrolling Children!!!

It is CTSA’s mission to provide the foundation for the development of all children from birth to

five years of age, and to help support their families’ efforts in the development process. CTSA

will strive for excellence to ensure school readiness, help create basic life skills success, and

build strong partnerships with each individual child and family throughout each community.

Head Start (HS)

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Little Feet → Big Steps

806 E. Grant St

Shawnee, OK 74801

Ph: (405) 878-5820

Head Start →

Ages: 3-5

Early Head Start → Ages: Birth to 3

*Extended Day Child Care

available to those who qualify*

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Administration for Enrollment Questions

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August 2022

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Congratulations!

CAMP NIKOTI

SUMMER CAMP 2022

Camp Nikoti 2022 summer leadership camp was another great success. We had 33 youth

attend this year. Camp Nikoti was open to youth ages 10-14 and any youth that attended the

Camp Nikoti Afterschool program in Little Axe this past school year. We started camp on

June 14th and ended camp on July 15th. Our youth participated in all kinds of activities such

as playing games, team building, arts and crafts, singing, gardening, cooking, prevention

activities, cultural activities and more. We took the youth to Lake Wewoka twice to swim,

the Zoo, the Movies, Bowling, the University of Oklahoma: College of Education, and to

Six Flags over Texas in Arlington. We also held two Friday night events during camp where

youth came and hung out to watch movies, play, and eat. We would like to thank all the

departments from the tribe that came out to help support, present, and do activities with our

youth like the AST Police Department, Diabetes and Wellness, Jayden Watson and OKTEP,

MSPI, Native Connections, T.O.R., Behavioral Health, AST Housing Authority, Education

Department, and OEH.

Cullen Ryan

Happy Birthday and Congratulations for receiving

your Master of Science Degree in Global Energy Management from University of Colorado - Denver.

With love,

Mom and Dad

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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, August 8, 2022

For AST Day

AllNations Bank announces added benefits for Absentee Shawnee Tribe members!!

Last year we partnered with the Oklahoma Native Assets Coalition, Inc. (ONAC) to establish the

Simply Safe Account. This account makes banking accessible to everyone. AllNations Bank was

the first Native American owned bank to offer this account, a certified Bank On account by The

Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund. Simply Safe Account features are listed below:

•

A debit card that honors the Absentee Shawnee Tribe – issued to AST members.

•

Low balance to open

Low monthly fee (Fee is now waived for AST members)

Free direct deposit

Free debit card

Free online banking, bill pay & mobile app

Free online monthly statement ($2.00 fee for a paper statement)

No overdraft fee (This is a check-less account. Account transactions are limited to

Withdrawals at the Teller Window, Debit Card and ATM transactions, Online Bill Pay,

Online or Mobile banking transfers.)

For any other questions about the Simply Safe Account features and benefits, please call

AllNations Bank at 405-273-0202. Or go to our website www.anbok.com to download a new

account application form and start banking with your Simply Safe Account today!

2023 Gordon Cooper Drive

Shawnee, OK 74801

FDIC Insured

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August 2022

Section B

ASTHS August 2022 Monthly Update

The Importance of Immunization

Get back on track with routine vaccinations and check-ups this month for you and your family! August is the CDC National Immunization

Awareness Month (NIAM), and this annual observance highlights the importance of getting recommended vaccines throughout your life. We

know the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all aspects of life, including your ability to attend important appointments and receive routine

vaccinations. During NIAM, we encourage you to talk to your doctor, nurse or healthcare professional to ensure you and your family are protected against serious diseases by getting caught up on routine vaccinations. Why vaccinate? On-time vaccination throughout childhood is essential because it helps provide immunity before

children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are tested to ensure that they are safe and effective for children to receive at the recommended ages.

As your children head back to school this fall, it’s particularly important for you to work with your child’s doctor or nurse to make sure they get caught up on missed

well-child visits and other recommended vaccines. Vaccines protect against diseases, and different types of vaccines work in different ways to offer protection. With all

types of vaccines, your body will remember how to fight that virus in the future. It typically takes a few weeks after vaccination for the body to build up that protection.

Strengthening your baby’s immune system is important. Immunity is the body’s way of preventing disease. Your baby’s immune system is not fully developed at birth,

which can put your baby at a greater risk for infection. Vaccines reduce your child’s risk of infection by working with the body’s natural defenses to help safely develop

protection against disease. Today’s vaccines use only the ingredients they need to be as safe and effective as possible. All ingredients of vaccines play necessary roles either

in making the vaccine, triggering the body to develop immunity, or in ensuring that the final product is safe and effective. Some of these include:

•

Adjuvants help boost the body’s response to a vaccination. (Also found in antacids, buffered aspirin, antiperspirants, etc.).

Stabilizers help keep a vaccine effective after it is manufactured. (Also found in foods such as Jell-O® and resides in the body naturally).

Formaldehyde is used to prevent contamination by bacteria during the vaccine manufacturing process. It resides in body naturally (more in body than

vaccines); it is also found in the environment, preservatives, and household products).

Thimerosal is also used during the manufacturing process but is no longer an ingredient in any vaccine except multi-dose vials of the flu vaccine. Single

dose vials of the flu vaccine are available as an alternative. No reputable scientific studies have found an association between thimerosal in vaccines and

autism.

Remember to take care of yourself to as well! Make sure to receive any vaccines you need to stay healthy while you are taking care of your children and grandchildren.

August is also a critical time for those who are eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19 or to receive your booster vaccination. During NIAM, the AST Health System

will be sharing information and resources on social media to highlight the importance of vaccines. Help us spread the word!

Please join us in congratulating our August 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!

August 2022 Health Employee Awards of the Month

Employee of the Month: John Kammerzell, AST Health System’s Facilities Manager

Team of the Month: AST Health System’s E.H.R. Team

Special Leadership Award: Dasha Johnson, MSN, RN, AST Health System’s Director of Nursing

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

Executive Director, AST Health System

Brain Awareness

Tea and coffee—Caffeine is the key reason why coffee boosts brain

July 18—July 29, 2022 was Brain Awareness Week

July 18—July 29, 2022 was Brain Awarenessfunction.

Week Studies have indicated that coffee and tea may reduce risk of

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connections called synapses. The brain is made up of many specialized areas

test scores. Walnuts are high in a type of omega-3 fatty acid and that’s

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when you start to suffer those embarrassing senior moments. You might forget people’s

names, walk into a room and forget why you’re there, or even get lost driving to familiar

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your heart and blood vessels. This is a two-in-one advantage in more than

one way. The best brain food includes:

and provide information about major neurological disorders. Stay tuned for

Atheda Fletcher

Principal Investigator

Alzheimer’s Disease Program Initiative Grant

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may help slow cognitive cline.

when you start to suffer those embarrassing senior moments. You might forget people’s

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terrestrial omega-3 sources such as flaxseeds, avocados and walnuts.

Berries—A study done by researchers at Harvard’s Brigham and

Did you know?--the best brain foods are the same ones that protect

Women’s Hospital found that women who consumed two or more

servings of strawberries and blueberries each week delayed memory

your heart and blood vessels. This is a two-in-one advantage in more than

decline by up to two-and-a-half years.

one way. The best brain food includes:

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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

National Immunization Awareness Month

By Emily Earnest

August is National Immunization Awareness month. It is an annual

observance to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages.

On-time vaccination throughout childhood is essential because it helps provide

immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases.

Vaccines are tested to ensure that they are safe and effective for children to

receive at the recommended ages.

Vaccines can prevent infectious diseases that once killed or harmed many

infants, children, and adults. Without vaccines, children are at risk for getting

seriously ill and suffering pain, disability, and even death from diseases like

measles and whooping cough. The main risks associated with getting vaccines are

side effects, which are almost always mild (redness and swelling at the injection

site) and go away within a few days. Serious side effects after vaccination, such

as a severe allergic reaction, are very rare and doctors and clinic staff are trained

to deal with them. The disease-prevention benefits of getting vaccines are much

greater than the possible side effects for almost all children. The only exceptions

to this are cases in which a child has a serious chronic medical condition like

cancer or a disease that weakens the immune system, or has had a severe allergic

reaction to a previous vaccine dose. Children receive vaccinations early because

they are susceptible to diseases at a young age.

It is important to stay up to date with vaccines before and during pregnancy.

You can pass along immunity that will help protect your baby from some diseases

during the first few months and after birth. Vaccines given before pregnancy

may also help protect you from serious disease while you are pregnant, including

rubella, which can cause miscarriages and birth defects.

There are recommended shots into adulthood. Adults need to keep their

vaccinations up to date because immunity from childhood vaccines can wear

off over time. You are also at risk for different disease as an adult. Everyone

should get a flu vaccine yearly, unless contraindicated, before the end of

October. Because influenza viruses are constantly changing and the body’s

immune response declines over time, everyone over the age of 6 months needs

a yearly flu shot. Adults need a tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis shots every

10 years. Healthy adults over the age of 50 should get a shingles shot. Adults 65

years and older need a pneumonia shot. It is also recommended that everyone

ages 6 months and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine. You are considered up

to date with your COVID-19 vaccines when you have received all doses in the

primary series and all boosters recommended for you.

Vaccines are one of the safest ways to protect your health. It is important

for everyone to help prevent the spread of disease. If you can avoid getting

sick, you will have more time for your family, friends, and hobbies. Getting

recommended vaccines can give you some peace of mind. You will have the best

possible protection available against a number of serious diseases.

Special Enrollment Periods Did You Know?

Contact a Patient Benefit Advocate

Little Axe Health Center 405.447.0300

Shawnee Clinic 405.878.5850

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.

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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

WEINERS & KRAUT

GREENBEANS

BREAD

FRUIT COCKTAIL

AST DAY

COMPLEX WILL BE

CLOSED

PORK CHOP

MAC & TOM

GREEN BEANS

APRICOTS

BEEF PEPPERED STEAK

COLESLAW

BREAD

PEAR

HOT HAM & CHESSE

SANDWICH

POT SALAD

WEDNESDAY

STEAK FINGERS

MASHED POT/GRAVY

TURNIP GREENS

JELL-O

COLD CUT SANDWICH

LTOP

BAKED CHIPS

ORANGE

GRILLED CHEZ

SANDWICH

VEGGIE SOUP

PEACHES

CHICKEN STRIPS

MASHED POT/GRAVY

BRUSSEL SPROUTS

MANDARIN ORANGES

THURSDAY

CHEF SALAD

CHICKEN, EGGS,

CHEESE

CRACKERS

YOGURT

HAM

CAULIFLOWER

ROLL

COBBLER

CHICKEN BROCCOLI

CASSEROLE

BEETS

ROLL/PEARS

TAMALE

REFRIED BEANS

SPAINSH RICE

TOSSED SALAD*

GRILLED CHICKEN

BEEF TIPS & NOODLES

SANDWICH

VEGGIES

CUCUMBER,TOMATO,ONION

SALAD

ROLL

MANDARIN ORANGES

TURKEY & SWISS

BAKED POTATO

ON RYE

HAM,CHEZ,ONIONS

BAKED CHIPS

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PUDDING

ROAST

RED POT/CARROTS

ROLL/ORANGE

FRIDAY

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CINNAMON RAISIN

BREAD

Dear Absentee Shawnee Tribal Members

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.

SCRAMBLED EGGS

SAUSAGE GRAVY

BISCUIT

Guidelines:

FRENCH TOAST

SAUSAGE PATTIES

PINEAPPLES

BOILED EGG

HAM

TOAST

APPLE SLICES

SALMON PATTY

TOSSED SALAD*

PEAS & CARROTS

MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY – THURSDAY 11 AM TO 1 PM

BREAKFAST SERVED 9AM TO 11 AM

AUGUST 8, AST DAY

NO LUNCH WILL BE SERVED OR DELIVERED

AST TITLE VI

ELDER INTAKE FORM

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

Thomasine Owings____

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

___CANCER ___DEMINTIA

___CHRONIC PAIN ___HEARING AID ___CHOLESTEROL ___BLOOD PRESSURE

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

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.

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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

$18,768

$38,304

WE CAN HELP

Contact a Patient Benefit Advocate

Little Axe

Shawnee

Health Center

Clinic

405.447.0300

405.878.5850

www.asthealth.org

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