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“Among The Shawnee”
I nside T his I ssue
2 - 3 Executive Reports
3 Tax Collections
6 Constitution Revision
8 Title VI
The Absentee
Shawnee News
September 2015 Volume 27 No. 40
9 Haskell Alumni Reunion
10 Yates & Wahpekeche
11 AST Police Dept.
12 Election Commission
14 - 15 September Birthdays
17 AST Health System
21 Second Wind Program
22 Fitness Schedule
25 Emergency Management
30 - 31 PINS
32 - 34 Health Awareness
38-39 Foster Care
Little Axe Health Center 2015/
2nd Annual Health Awareness
for all Generations
General Council Meeting Oct 24th 10:00 A.M.
Thunderbird Entertainment Center Norman, OK
Executive Committee
No
Photo
Available
Edwina Butler-Wolfe
Governor
Issac Gibson
Lt. Governor
John Johnson
Secretary
Leah Bates
Treasurer
Kenneth Blanchard
Representative
Monthly Executive Committee meetings can be watched online at astribe.com
Governor’s Report
of Oklahoma Governor, Mary Fallin, and is a Cherokee tribal
member. Brian Hendrix, Native Affairs, Deputy Assistant, is an
The heat has, at times, been oppressive here in the Shawnee enrolled member of the Muscogee Creek Nation and has formerly
area. It seems to me that with all the rain we had last month worked for the Oklahoma District Attorney’s Council and for the
this month’s humidity is more intense than I can ever recall it Stillwater Drug Court. During this meeting we discussed:
being. We have had many of our elders in need of air conditioning
__ Collaborations
and it seems like more tribal members have needed temporary
assistance to pay for their electric bills. Due to these temperature
__ ‘Business of Ethics’
changes we are seeing more plant growth and our landscaping
needs have become more noticeable.
__ Agriculture issues—pertaining to Red Cedar
There were several meetings and/or events I have attended
__ Native American Caucus—who is on this OK legislative
over the last 30 days and they are as follows:
committee and how often they meet
July 23rd: Absentee Shawnee tribal audit - the
__ Cross-deputization(s)
Tribe has multiple deficiencies
July 28th: OIGA conference
__ Priorities of Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin—Education,
th
Healthcare, Incarceration
August 7 : AST Day—employees were given
this day off
During this meeting I spoke to Secretary of State Benge
th
August 8 : War Dance—attended the Absentee
and Mr. Hendrix on the long and distinguished history of our
people and Representative Blanchard gave them a hard copy
Shawnee War Dance
of our history. I then discussed a few key concerns the Tribe
Also, this month I, the Representative, and our new Secretary, was seeing in relation to the Education priority Governor Fallin
visited with the recently appointed Oklahoma Secretary of speaks on, such as the educational curriculum, testing, culture
State and the Native Affairs, Deputy Assistant. The Secretary concerns, teacher salaries and retention, and the strong need
of State, Chris Benge, is a recent cabinet level appointment for Native American teachers in our Oklahoma public school
systems. Mr. Benge was complimentary about my commitment
and involvement on educational panels and forums.
Hello my Absentee Shawnee people!
For those families who lost loved one’s this month I offer my
sincere condolences to you and your family.
In Conclusion:
I have 22 months left in Office and I find each day both
challenging and full of possibilities. My door is always open
(unless I am in a meeting or at a meeting) and I welcome your
visits.
Help me to make a difference – stand beside me and Let us
Build for the Future (BFF) - united and together!
Thank you for your support.
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Secretary’s Report
Hello,
First I would like to say Thank You to everyone who supported me in the June 2015 Election. I really appreciate all your votes.
As your new Tribal Secretary, I am very pleased and looking forward to working with the rest of the Executive Committee to move
forward for the sake of the Tribe. I would also like to say Thank You to the Staff of my office. They have been really helpful and
knowledgeable during this transition.
I have been in office a little over four weeks and I am still learning all the policy, procedures, and programs the Tribe has to offer.
I am also learning the policy and procedures for the programs I am over which are: Social Services, Title VI, Domestic Violence,
ICW, Enrollment, and the TERO Department. If you have any questions pertaining to any of these programs feel free to come visit
me or call (405) 275-4030 Ext. 6289. I will make myself available for your tribal needs.
Thank you,
Secretary John R. Johnson
Representative’s Report
Greetings to the Membership:
We have been holding informal meetings to discuss issues facing the Tribe by asking questions and scrutinizing answers. We
are trying to eliminate confusion and disinformation when we have serious discussions on the future of the Tribe. As I mentioned
in previous articles, it requires the full Executive Committee to come together as a whole to move the Tribe forward in the right
manner. The move forward is slow when the full complement of five (5) Executive Committee members are not present on a daily
basis to assist with bringing in new revenue to the Tribe.
On a lighter note, the Camp Nikoti project is proceeding according to schedule. It is hoped a majority of the project construction
work could be completed before inclement weather begins during the winter months. The excavation portion of the project has
recently begun with construction of the building facility to follow. More updates will follow as they become available.
You can contact me by calling me at extension 6287. You may write to me at 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive, Shawnee, OK 74801.
Ken Blanchard, Representative
No reports submitted by Lt. Governor and Treasurer
FY-2015
YTD TAX COLLECTIONS
(thru 7/31/15)
FY-2015
YTD TAX COLLECTIONS
(thru 7/31/15)
TAX
CATEGORY
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
APRIL
MAY
RUN DATE:
08/14/15
RUN DATE:
08/14/15
JUNE
JULY
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
NOVEMBER DECEMBER
YEAR-TO-DATE
TOTAL
Sales (6%)
Gaming % of free cash
Employee (1%)
Severance (8%)
Motor Vehicle
Tobacco Refund
$1,309.86
$98.49
$164,284.00 $150,000.00
$41.05
$0.00
$7,199.15
$756.29
$11,660.98 $16,042.65
$0.00
$0.00
$32,618.91
$119.48
$250,000.00 $265,798.00
$11,691.21
$0.00
$5,251.65
$4,449.01
$16,645.60 $16,196.66
$0.00
$0.00
$12,469.19 $6,240.39 $5,322.62
$200,000.00 $250,000.00 $200,000.00
$11,597.06 $36,303.24 $3,817.41
$5,411.85 $5,533.28 $4,318.57
$10,223.79 $15,487.60 $16,468.69
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$58,178.94
$1,480,082.00
$63,449.97
$32,919.80
$102,725.97
$0.00
TOTAL TAXES
$184,495.04 $166,897.43
$316,207.37
$286,563.15
$239,701.89 $313,564.51 $229,927.29
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$1,737,356.68
$125.00
$120.00
$182.50
$145.00
$0.00
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$1,115.00
$184,800.04 $167,022.43
$316,327.37
$286,745.65
$239,794.39 $313,709.51 $230,072.29
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$1,738,471.68
Miscellaneous
TOTAL COLLECTIONS
$305.00
$92.50
$145.00
% OF TAXES
COLLECTED
3.35%
85.14%
3.65%
1.89%
5.91%
0.00%
$1,737,356.68
0.06%
100% $1,738,471.68
NOTE:
THANK YOU!
I would like to thank Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe and Lt. Governor Isaac Gibson for their fast acting services
during our power outage in the Sleepy Hollow Addition. I am so glad that we didn’t have any heat related
illnesses. Thank you for all your hard work on the weekend.
Lisa Simpson & Family
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Did You Know……
Any name changes that may occur
(ie: marriage, divorce, etc.) need to be updated
through enrollment, BEFORE any new
registrations or renewals can be processed.
Personal Banking:
AllNations Bank offers a wide range of products and services to meet today’s consumer demand including
Personal Banking:
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Constitution Revision Committee - September 2015
The following report was given at General Council, October Little Axe, Jerry Little Axe, and Twila Parker on April 23, 2015
18, 2014 by then CRC Coordinator Briana Ponkilla:
at Thunderbird Casino in Little Axe off of Highway 9 at 6:00 p.m.
The subject discussed was the number of “allowed amendments
A brief history of this volunteer committee: It was established at one time.”
in September 2008 by the Executive Committee at that time to
address the Absentee Shawnee Constitution to bring it up to Ms. Sherry Lovin, BIA, indicated any more than “5” amendments,
date to where tribal government is today. They wanted to make when presented to large groups of people at once, increase the
the AST more appealing to outside business because businesses chances of more confusion on what is being proposed. The next
like to work with tribes whose governments closely resemble question the Committee and Attorney General Counsel advised
the US Government. The original Constitution was based on a was how to best shorten the time consuming process and why
template given out by the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) to all did the Absentee Shawnee Tribe still have to get Secretary of
Tribes. We felt a revision of the constitution should be based on Interior Approval for changes to their tribal constitution?
our culture and needs.
Ms. Sherry Lovin’s (BIA) answer was; “With Tribal Self
The committee was made up of volunteers. Members of the Governance being enacted upon by other tribes already the
committee are not paid. Some of the committee members are: Absentee Shawnee has the option of voting on a Referendum
Shirley Adkins, Paulette Blanchard, Eddie Brokeshoulder, Question of Requesting a Secretarial Election to be conducted
Anita Chisholm, Augustine Johnson, Dan Little Axe, Melpherd by the BIA which pays for the whole process, organizing, mail
Switch, Briana Ponkilla, Betty Watson, Cynthia Longhorn, and outs to all enrolled tribal members, mailing out pre-registration
Jerry Little Axe, with the then Tribal Treasurer, Kathy Deere ballots to vote in election, and the mailing out of the ballots on
remained with the committee after leaving office. Twila Parker the election question. BIA also tabulates the results of election
joined the committee after Cynthia Longhorn left the committee. vote and informs Tribe of election outcome. This was what was
At this time the committee is still working toward the mandate done in past question on lowering the blood quantum.
set for this committee by the past Executive Committee in 2008.
Past Success: The Constitution Revision committee proposed Next Committee question to Ms. Sherry Lovin was to do justice
a reduction in blood quantum. We thought it was necessary to to our Constitution is there some technical assistance and
guidance on a more methodical approach to accomplish our goal
increase tribal enrollment.
of updating our constitution? Ms. Sherry Lovin, “Yes there are
Result: The blood quantum lowering proposal was passed in
some avenues that are open to all Tribes to seek that kind of
November 2010.
technical assistance to ensure the best outcome for the needs
Next revision: The Constitution Revision Committee proposal of your Tribe and what’s best for your tribal people. But, may
was the separation of Legislative and Executive Branch in order have to ensure this Committee has proper approval of the
to increase the checks and balances of the Tribe.
present Executive Committee members and this is still what
the Absentee Shawnee Tribe is still seeking to attain through a
This Constitution Committee has continued to meet with a Constitution Revision updating process.”Once the Constitution
core group of volunteers who are still advocating bringing the Committee received the answers to our main questions and
Absentee Shawnee Constitution up to date with a more modern was discussed with our Tribal Attorney General’s Counsel we
approach to make it viable and ready to do business. This exercise thanked Ms. Sherry Lovin, BIA, and Acting Regional Tribal
in tribal government reform is the ultimate empowerment of the Government Officer for meeting with us and we adjourned the
People. Community outreach, education, and engagement are meeting.
critical to success of this initiative. Tribal membership ultimately
determines if the revised AST Constitution will be adopted.
At this time, Ms. Sherry Lovin, Acting Regional Tribal
Government Officer has contacted me again offering her
Since this report in October 2014, Briana Ponkilla has had to take assistance to attend any Executive Committee Meetings to
a less active role in the committee due to other commitments. explain any questions tribal officials may have for her on the
She does provide assistance to the committee when possible. The whole Secretarial Election Process.
most recent coordinators are Twila Parker and Kathy Deere.
This is where this Committee is at this present time and we are
The Committee has started to get more involved in the revision still working toward making progress for the betterment of the
process again in 2015. In the past this Committee was working Absentee Shawnee Tribe!
on parts of the Constitution “piecemeal” or bit by bit but after
meeting with Attorney General’s Counsel Raymond Campbell
and Michael Carter, with BIA Acting Regional Tribal Government
Officer, Southern Plains Regional Office, Sherry Lovin that
changed. They met with Constitution Revision committee
members Kathy Deere, Melpherd Switch, Betty Watson, Dan
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Monday
Tuesday
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16
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Chicken Pot Pie
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22
Taco Casserole
Ranch Beans
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23
Oklahoma State
Fair
Senior Day
27
28
29
30
LABOR DAY
AST Complex
will be closed
Hamburger
Lett., Tom.,
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Tater Tots
Applesauce
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Tuna Salad
Tomatoes,
Lettuce
Chips
Apple
Ham
Au Gratin Pot.
Green Beans
Bread/Cookie
Menu subject to change
Baked Potato
Cheese, Ham,
Onions
Broccoli and
Cheese
Pudding
Turkey
Dressing/Gravy
Peas and
Carrots
Bread/Crisp
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Chicken
Mashed Pot./
Gravy
Green Beans
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Biscuits
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Beef Tips
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Brussel Sprouts
Pineapples
BBQ Pork
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Macaroni Salad
Pudding
Grits
Sausage Patties
Toast
Pancakes
Bacon
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Beans
Onions
Cornbread
Pears
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
BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS
11 AM - 1 PM
9 AM - 11 AM
We will be going to the State Fair on Wednesday September 23, it’s Senior Day, 55
years and older are admitted free must have ID at gate. We can take around 12 Title
VI Members and we will provide a lunch sack but you are more than welcome to eat
State Fair Foods at your cost. Homebound will receive a sack lunch on the 22nd.
Our van is not handicap accessible, sorry for the inconvenience. We will leave at
9am at the Title VI Building in Shawnee and return around 3pm. If you would like
to drive you are more than welcome too.
Title VI Staff would like to thank the AST Tribal Police for the donation of a vehicle,
it came at the right time. Thank You!!!
September 7
LABOR DAY
AST Complex will be closed. No lunches will be served or delivered.
September 11
September 13
September 15
September 16
Designated day of the year
when we remember and
thank everyone who has
made a difference in any
way - big or small.
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OZONE DAY
Haskell Alumni Asociation of Oklahoma (H.A.A.O.)
Haskell Indian Nations University
Lawrence, KS 66046
REUNION 2015
OCT 2-3-4
We invite Alumni and friends to join us at the
Crowne Plaza Hotel
7902 S. Lewis Avenue, Tulsa, OK
(across from Oral Roberts University Mabee Center)
Hotel Reservation number: 918-492-5000
Ask for Haskell Reunion rate of $89 plus tax.
Room rate includes breakfast.
Activities
Reception starting at 6:00 pm
(To date activities are being planned.)
Saturday morning: Annual meeting for the Association starting at 10:00 am
All Alumni are invited to attend annual board meeting
where reports includes past year activities and future
plans. Also the National Alumni office and Board Regents
will report Haskell activities.
Saturday evening: Dinner starting at 6:00 pm
The program will again feature raffle drawings, auctions,
and dance. We are proud to announce that Plano Larry &
Ramona will provide the dance music.
Sunday morning: Spiritual singing at 10:00 am
Friday evening:
Contacts:
Flo (Tanner) Spotted Bear
918-948-2505
Email:
Haskellight61@gmail.com
Loretta Burgess
918-633-7030
Email:
dushkut1951@yahoo.com
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Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department
Summer 2015 Training
The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department
is taking applications for the position of full-time
Police Officer, as well as part-time Police Officers.
June:
Chief Shawn Crowley – Oklahoma Chief of Police Conference
Sgt. Scott Wilson – Highway Safety Meeting
Patrol Officer Joe Abbiss – Red Earth Day Parade
Super Hero Day
Patrol Officer Travis Dinwiddie – None
Patrol Officer Steven Crisp – None
Housing Officer/Patrol Officer Ric Mantooth - None
Investigator Jason Brinker – None
SORNA Officer/Patrol Officer Rick Reeves – None
Specialist Diane Ponkilla – None
Full-time CLEET certified officer desired.
Police Officers are used at the discretion of the Chief as
well as the Governor of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe.
Officers are responsible for assisting with answering
calls, routine patrol, traffic control, basic investigations,
and public safety as well as working special events.
We are seeking persons who will serve the public while
performing the duties of a Police Officer. Those who
are interested in applying for a Police Officer position
will be required to complete job application and attend
an interview review board.
July:
Chief Shawn Crowley – None
Sgt. Scott Wilson – FBI-LEEDA Supervisor Course Session #1
Patrol Officer Joe Abbiss – None
Patrol Officer Travis Dinwiddie – GLOCK Armor Course
Patrol Officer Steven Crisp – BID (Basic Instructor Development) Course
Housing Officer/Patrol Officer Ric Mantooth – BID (Basic Instructor
Development) Course
Investigator Jason Brinker – Highway Safety Meeting
SORNA Officer/Patrol Officer Rick Reeves – None
Specialist Diane Ponkilla – SORNA Regional Conference
Minimum Requirements:
∑ Must be at least 21 years of age
∑ Must have a high school diploma or GED
∑ Must have valid driver's license
∑ Must pass background check
∑ Must have no felonies, domestic violence, crimes
of moral turpitude
∑ Must have no misdemeanor convictions
∑ Must have no pending criminal charges
∑ Must be willing to work overnight, weekends,
and holidays
∑ Highly principled ethics and moral character
∑ Sound judgment and ability to think quickly
∑ Must be full-time certified with experience
∑ Excellent communication skills
∑ A true desire to serve all members of society and
be a team player
∑ Must pass a drug test
Minority and Women encouraged to apply.
Native American Preference
Applications accepted until September 11, 2015.
An application can be obtained at:
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Drive
Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801
Phone: (405)275-3200
Fax: (405) 878-4535
Between the hours of 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM or download
at www.astribe.com
August:
Chief Shawn Crowley – Crimes against Children Conference
CJIS Tribal Conference
Sgt. Scott Wilson – FBI-LEEDA Supervisors Conference Session #2
Patrol Officer Joe Abbiss – None
Patrol Officer Travis Dinwiddie - None
Patrol Officer Steven Crisp – None
Housing Officer/Patrol Officer Ric Mantooth – Covert Operations Course
Investigator Jason Brinker – Covert Operations Course
SORNA Officer/Patrol Officer – None
Specialist Diane Ponkilla - None
Description of Training:
• Chief of Police Conference – gathering of Police Chiefs from around the state, sitting
through several different sessions in reference to updated law to new technology for
street survival. This was also a chance to meet with already used vendors as well
as new vendors.
• Highway Safety - The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Department has always
been involved with some type of Highway Safety program. Recently The Absentee
Shawnee Tribal Police Department has stepped up our efforts in assisting other
agencies such as the Pottawatomie County Sheriff’s Office as well as the Oklahoma
Highway Patrol with projects such as “Click it or Ticket” and “Drive Sober or get
pulled over” which starts August 19. Other events include Driver License checks as
well as DUI (Driving under the Influence) checks.
• Super Hero Day: Super Hero Day was a day held at the Shawnee Mall where
children had a chance to get their finger prints done as well as ask a Police Officer
any question they desired.
• FBI-LEEDA Supervisors Course: This course is a trilogy of 3 different levels of
Supervisor’s skills from the lowest level of supervisor to the top executive supervisor.
The skills discussed are learning to communicate and effectively lead by example.
• GLOCK Armor: This session teaches the basic nomenclature of the duty pistols the
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Police Officers carry in the event a malfunction is needed
to be repaired. Basic repairs can be kept in house.
• BID: Basic Instructors Development session is very useful in the event the Absentee
Shawnee Tribal Police Department hosts a basic reserve academy. This session
gives the Department able bodies to teach and train personnel.
New Additions:
“River”—a 3 year old pure bred Black German Shepard has been added to the Absentee
Shawnee Tribal Police Department. River is a single purpose dog, her specialty is
Narcotics. River will be partnered with Housing Officer/Patrol Officer Ric Mantooth.
“Apache”—a 7 year old pure bred Black German Shepherd has been added to the
Absentee Shawnee Police Department. Apache is a multi-purpose use dog. He will
mainly be used for Narcotics. Apache will be partnered with Patrol Officer Joe Abbiss.
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Election Commission
The Election Commission will be offering two Community meetings in September to
review the Constitution, Ordinance and Policy & Procedures with all that attend.
Shawnee at Title VI
Tuesday, September 8th
7:00 to 9:00 pm
Little Axe at the Little Axe Resource Center
Tuesday, September 22nd
7:00 to 9:00 pm
THE OFFICE OF
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
& ENGINEERING (OEH&E)
Office of Environmental
Health & Engineering
• Tribal Housing Improvements Application
The principal role of OEH&E is to raise the health status of
our tribal members to the highest possible level by providing
services in the area of water and wastewater. To qualify for
a water well and/or septic system, the applicant must be an
enrolled Absentee Shawnee Tribal member and reside within
one of these six counties; Pottawatomie, Cleveland, Oklahoma,
Payne, Lincoln, or Logan, provide land ownership by verification
such as a Warranty Deed or Notarized Lease Agreement
through the Absentee Shawnee Tribe Reality Department. Proof
of income is not required.
The services we provide are: new water wells, renovation of
a water wells, new city or rural water connections, replacement
of city or rural water service lines, new wastewater septic
systems, renovation of septic systems, new city sewer lines/
renovation of city sewer lines and water treatment systems as
needed. We are not funded to perform annual pumping of septic
tanks. That service is considered part of home maintenance.
If you are having water or wastewater issues or building a
new home and need services please come by our office
and fill out an OEH&E application for assistance.
If your home is under the management of any housing
authority and has not been paid off, you do not qualify
for assistance. Applications for this program
are available online at www.astribe.com and at
the OEH&E building.
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.
THIP list all applicants by a priority list:
a.
Handicapped/Disabled and Elderly
b.
Income
c.
Family Size/Overcrowded Living Conditions
d.
Condition of Home
Other Programs available:
• Sanitation Facilities Assistance Program
Applications need to be completed and all necessary documents
attached before the application will 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
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
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for a special purpose. To maximize
The Christmas income
the amount have everyone in the family
Countdown Has contribute!
Turn items into cash – In anticipation
Started! of getting new things, many people are
more willing to part with older items. Do
Can you believe a closet, toy box, and garage clean out.
we have passed Now is the perfect time for a garage sale.
the six month’s till Christmas Lower monthly bills – adjust your
mark? From a budget standpoint, that thermostat to lower your electric bill.
means you should already be making Although it may not seem like much, it
adjustments for your holiday gift giving, could be the amount needed for one more
before the new school year starts! Most package under the tree. Even a slight
financial advisors recommend even adjustment could affect your bill by $10sooner to cover all the extra holiday $15.
expenses.
Plan your travel – not just your travel
The one tried and true rule for Holiday away from home, but in town as well. Plan
Budgeting is to not go into debt, or fall trips so you maximize the miles driven
behind on your normal monthly expenses. for the things you need to accomplish.
A general guide for a traditional family Saving just 5 gallons a week could give
budget is 50% on household necessities you over $120 toward presents by the
(housing, food, utilities, etc.), 20% end of December.
on saving and investing, and 30% on The best thing about these holiday
nonessentials (entertainment, gifts, savings tips is they are shorteating out, etc.)
term. However, once you get into the habit
That means your 30% over the next you may decide to keep it up. Just think
4 months could go toward your holiday how much you could save in six months
budget. But, don’t forget that means for a great family trip in the summer!
you may be giving up some of the items
you normally spend on. This could mean Provided by:
you “forgo” on a few things, or find a way
Sonya McDaniel
to make more money to expand your 30%
Family and Consumer
in order to make room for those festive
Science Extension Educator
presents and holiday expenses.
OSU Pottawatomie County Extension
No eating out – over the next few
Service
weeks limit the amount of times you eat
away from home. This can help keep
A collaborative partner with
extra money in your wallet to spend on a
Thunderbird Community
special gift.
Development Financial Institution;
Save the change – it’s an age old formerly known as Absentee Shawnee
technique, but it really can add to your
Development Corporation
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September 2015 Birthdays
Abrams, Geraldine
Culwell, Bryson Gene
Johnson, Lyndsey Marie
Murry, Stevey Raynae
Switch, Susan LeAnn
Alaee, Sheila Sepideh
Cypret, Norman Wayne
Johnson, Sandra Kay
Nance, Jada Karyn
Tascier, Samuel Ethan
Alford, David Paul
Daniel, Dana Laree`
Jones, Tsegan Araujo
Nance, Kameron Jace
Terres, Paula Ailene
Alford, Jennifer Christine
Deer, Brandon Jeremy
Jordan, Wendi Renee
Nelson Jr., James Bradley
Thompson, Carter Dane
Allen, Tasia Lynn
Deer, David Joel
Kaseca, Kristin Nikole
Nelson, Telisa Renee
Thompson, Darian Andrew
Applegate, Jason Grant
Deer, Jalen Dean
Kaseca, Paul Daniel
Neske, Christopher Hugh Thompson, DeShayla Tamia
Arms, James Louis
Dibler, Bobby George
Kelly, Gayla Ann
Nice, Hunter Eli
Thorpe, Grace Janette
Arms, Michael Brandon
Downey, Cheyenne Rena
Kelly, Kellie Marie
Norton, Jai’Ahnna Anjali
Thorpe, Keenan Allen
Armstrong, Darrell Lynn
Downs, Debra Ann
Kickapoo, Roy Matteson
Ochoa, Florence Pauline
Thorpe, Lorrie Ann
Atwood, Stephen Jacob
Duncan, Carolyn Ann
Kickapoo, Valerie Yolanda
Olinger, Stephen Garrett
Thorpe, Melanie Lea
Barnard, Katrina Tate
Edgmon, Jeorgia Annabella
Killian, Angelic Marie
Ongaco, Alexandra Renee`
Thorpe, Rachel Danielle
Barnes, Jordan Tylor
Elam, Marquese Dashawn
Kirby, Emma Grace
Pack, Trace Matthew
Tiger, Alisha Lynn
Barriga Jr., Rogelio Alberto
Ellis, Eric Wade
Kmatz, Jacob Alexander
Palacios, Phyllis Diana
Tiger, Christopher Neal
Bateman, Thomas Albert
Ellis, MaKenzie Rae
Kowitz, Trentyn Mikal
Panther III, William
Tiger, Clementine Cecilia Rose
Bates, Charles Edward
Ellis, Richard Bryant
La Plant, Ryan Zachary
Panther, Nina Renee
Tiger, Darryl Dean
Beaver, Matthew David
Ellis, William Bryant
Laplant, Raymond Lowell
Panther, Raymond Dale
Tiger, Dion Henry
Bellin, Chance Andrew
Elmore, Christa Ann
Larney, Darrell Scott
Ponkilla, Edmond Lee
Tiger, Gladys Jean
Bellin, Jack Matthew
Ferrell, Melinda Kay
Lassiter, Mia Angelina Kayleigh
Ponkilla, Timothy James
Tiger, Luvenia Starr
Bergen, Mercedes Ian
Foreman, Stefany Elayne Lee, James Stacey Chang-Sun Porambo, Anthony Thomas
Tiger, Mary Augustina
Berry, Shane Tecumseh
Foster, Linda Jean
Leedom, Donna Jeanne
Poston, Teresa Sue
Tiger, Phyllis Gail
Bittle, Kyli Rose
Frazier, Rickie Dewayne
Leupp, Lenora Little Creek
Powell, Robert M
Tiger, Terrance Nathan
Blanchard Jr, Reuben Caleb
French, Jeffery John
Limon, Justine Danielle
Powell, Wesley Lynn
Torres, Hector Gene
Blanchard Jr., Leland Dale
Fritsch, Jadyn Mark
Little Axe III, Troy Lee
Prettyman, Faith Grinell
Tsoodle, Teri Kaye
Blanchard Sr., George Melvin Fuentez, Cruzito Damacio
Little Axe, Brittany Elaine
Proctor, Noah Gene
Tullius, Kaley Mariah
Blanchard, Chael Harper
Ganaway Jr., Mark Terrell
Little Axe, Jason Randall
Purcell, Jason Lee
Tyner, Marcus Charles
Blanchard, Consuela Sirena
Garretson, Cody Ronald
Little Charley, Paige Marie
Reeves, Marian Louise
Valdivia, Joseph Enrique
Blanchard, Craig Lewis
Garza Jr., Gary Don
Little Jim, Charles Kerwin
Roberts, Jimmy Dean
Valdivia, Ronald David
Blanchard, Jacob Dakota
Gibson Jr., Isaac
Little Jim, Jason Webster Routledge-Hunt, Brandi Faye
Vazquez, Tyler Keith
Blanchard, Paulette Louise
Gibson, Edna Faye
Little, Christina Kathaleen
Rowan, Cobie Mae
Wahpekeche, Meredith York
Blanchard, Reuben Caleb
Gibson, Jennifer Michelle
Littlebear, Kianna Carolyn
Ruimveld, Shacoda Louis
Wahpekeche, Silas Kane
Blanchard, Summer Gail
Gibson, Justin Ryan Hill
Littlecreek, Joshua Dwight
Ruimveld, Shawn Wade
Walley, Breanna Joy
Blankenship, Fabian Mae
Gillespie, Tamara Sue
Livsey, Mckinzy Diane
Ruiz, Kathlene Luiza Mae
Walsh, Malissa Lisa Renee
Blocker, April Dawn
Gilman, Peter Howard
Lockner, Krin Kimberly
Ryan, Danielle Marie
Warrior Jr., Lucian J.
Bosquez, Emilia Marie Nicole
Gouge, Ashlynn Jean
Longhorn, Juanita Louise Sadongei, Carolyn Little Axe Warrior Sr., Manuel Anthony
Bowens, Kendra Rachelle
Graham, Thomas Wendell Longhorn-Dees, Aireanna Belle Salisbury, James Haydyn
Warrior, Levi Stafford
Brinkoetter, Karen Kay
Grass, Brooklynn Rayne
Longman, Anthony Lamont
Sampson, Sharon Louise
Washington Jr., Eric Sean
Brown, Addilynn Emmalee
Gregory, Samuel Edwin
Longman, Emily R.
Schmitz, Tana Marie
Washington, Nicholas Shane
Bruner, Rhiannon Lydia
Hackbarth, Marissa Lucille Longman, Jordyn Christian Spybuck
Serena, Gary Allen
Watkins, Mickaela Marie
Bump Sr., Richard Dewitt Hadjiconstantinou, Openia Sue
Longman, Shea Michael
Sharpe Jr., Chevis Shenold
Watson, Betty Lou
Burnett, Darrell Wayne
Hale III, Phillip Wayne
Lopez, Angela Michelle
Shaver, Brittney Nicole
Watson, Jo Ann Spybuck
Burns, Alex J
Haley, Shirley Frances
Louvier, Natasha Renee
Shaver, Jordin Lei
Westberry, Amanda LeJean
Burns, Constance Darlene
Hall, Christayl Rachell
Lowe, Ariah MaRae
Sherrill, Jocelynn Elyssa
White III, Charles Daniel
Burns, Natasha Brooke
Harjo Jr, Benjamin
Lowe, Brian James
Shupe, Josh Michael
White, Susan Nicole Olivia
Butcher, Sallie Elizabeth
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Lowe, Caden Elijah
Simpson, Julian Elliot
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Carlson III, Dennis Roy
Harris, Suzy Diane
Manley, Sue Ann Burkhart
Sloat, Alec Duane
Whitecloud, Raqueal Amae
Carlson, Daniel Ray
Harvey, Shelia Lynn
Mann, Ethan Coe
Sloat, Carol Ann
Whited, James Aaron
Carnes, Haley Ann Marie
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Mann, John Edward
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Carpenter, Cynthia Marie
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Martin, Juston Allen
Sloat, Garrett Davis
Wilkerson, Lawrence Anthony
Carter, Mariella Raelynn
Hicks, Angelia Jean
Martinez, Brandon Paul
Smith, Kristi Dawn
Wilkerson, Tammy Lynn
Charley Whatley, Maddisson Noel
Hill, Amanda Nicole
Martinez, Leo Littlecreek
Smith, Larry Dale
Williams, Christopher John
Charley, Garry Joe
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In Loving Memory
Shirley F. Wapskineh
Feb. 12, 1941 - May 20, 2015
Our beautiful Mother, Grammy, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Cousin and
wonderful friend, Shirley Fern Wapskineh passed away May 20, 2015 after a long
illness. Shirley was born February 12, 1941 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to parents,
Mable and Andrew Wapskineh. She leaves behind her loving family, daughters,
Serina Frazier Shemayme and Skye Wapskineh and three sons, Randy, Lamont and
Steve Frazier. Her aunt, Stella Petty and eight grandchildren, Seneca and Baby Girl
Shemayme, Santee, Kevin, Lamont, Samuel, George, Winter and Sage Frazier. She was
also blessed with nine great grandchildren. Littlebear, Pony Boy, Selene, Karis, Kenji,
Hena, Nola, Amaya and Juan. Shirley was a dedicated public servant who retired
from Oklahoma City public schools after 30 years of working in Indian Education.
She left a permanent impression on the Native American community, establishing
herself as President of the Oklahoma Federation of Woman for 10 years and was
named Indian Woman of the Year in 1992. During her time with the federation, she
developed the Miss and Junior Miss Indian Oklahoma City pageants and reveled in
the success of “her girls”. She loved to see young Native American girls be recognized.
She held them to high standards and put them on a pedestal, where she wantedthem
to always be. She was also Director of the Miss Red Earth pageant in 1986. Shirley
was an integral part of the American Indian Chamber of Commerce, where she was
honored with the Volunteer of the Year Award in 2007. She was founder and director
of the Changing Winds Cultural Society, a member of the Oklahoma City Powwow Club, a committee member of the American
Shirley F. Wapskineh
Indian Heritage Foundation in Washington D.C., where she helped direct the Miss Indian USA pageant. She was also honored
1941 a- live
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took great pride in beading gold roses for her children’s indian clothes. Shirley was a member of the Absentee Shawnee Tribe and
enjoyed a strong connection to the Prairie Band Potawatomie
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Shirley Fern Wapskineh passed away May 20, 2015 after a long
February 12, 1941 in Shawnee, Oklahoma to parents, Mable and Andre
behind her loving family, daughters, Serina Frazier Shemayme and Sk
sons, Randy, Lamont and Steve Frazier. Her aunt, Stella Petty and eigh
and Baby Girl Shemayme, Santee, Kevin, Lamont, Samuel, George, Win
was also blessed with nine great grandchildren. Littlebear, Pony Boy, Se
Nola, Amaya and Juan. Shirley was a dedicated public servant who reti
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AST Health System - September 2015
Our AST Health System has continued to focus
upon patient service reliability and increasing access
for the past several months via several process
improvement efforts. Helping with our access to care
has been improvements in the electronic health record
enabling more efficient patient encounters along with
streamlined and standardized templates for various
diagnoses.
Same-day Clinic and the PlusCare Clinic (after
hours clinic) will consolidate into a single operation
soon, allowing for opening up more access as an acute
service need requested by our patients. The drive-thru
pharmacy at the Little Axe Health Center will also begin
extended hours soon to align with the PlusCare Clinic so
existing, established patients may conveniently access
their medication after their evening or weekend visit
with the provider in the non-emergent, ambulatory
acute setting.
The Oklahoma Blood Institute continues to press
the community hard for donations, and the health
system has answered every time. We have sponsored
several events whereby the blood bank continues to see
strong participation from the Tribe and surrounding
communities receiving praise from the OBI Director for
our efforts and the efforts of our volunteers!
The health system is reviewing with the Executive
Committee the refinancing of the loan with health. If
the loan is refinanced, the interest rate and cost savings
will be in the millions over the life of the loan, and will
substantially reduce the principle on the loan as well as
allow for accelerated payments to retire the debt much
sooner than originally projected.
The health board, in partnership with the Executive
Committee, is also looking at improvements at the tribal
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Cityof information for this month:
few other
key bits
- Contract Health Services (CHS) interactive phone
menu helps patients access the most appropriate service
provider by calling (405) 701-7951. This feature will
speed up access to the patients seeking services and
follow-up to their care. We also have Contract Health
representatives available at our Shawnee location.
Tribal members are able to call Ms. Flo Mann, LPN or
Ms. Laurie Webber, LPN at (405) 878-5850.
- The AST Health System continues to improve
its Customer Service. The Customer Service Line
is (405) 701-7623. Please direct all complaints or
compliments to this line for appropriate attention and/
or response. Please be assured this is the best way to
have each situation addressed, with consistent updates
from our health staff. After the investigations of all
issues are complete, our Health Director or a Clinic
Administrator will personally contact you with updates,
decisions, or question pertaining to your case.
- The AST Anti-Bullying Prevention “HOTLINE”
is (405) 701-7987 during work hours 8-5, M-F, and for
added confidentiality or after hours you may contact
Mrs. Dara Thorpe at either (405) 701-7992 or via cell
(405) 481-0815 to start intervention assistance for
tribal youth. If it is an emergency or someone is at risk
of harming themselves or others, please contact 911.
- The Affordable Care Act Decision Tool continues
to be a valuable tool with helping you decide what you
need to do for compliance with the act. Please see the
ACA tab at the ASTHA Health Program’s Website:
http://www.asthealth.org/aca (Please visit our site
today to find out what you need to do to protect yourself
and your family)!
- Emergency After hour Pharmacy Access: If you
experience an emergent issue after hours and receive a
prescription that needs to be filled that same evening,
AST Health has provided access for tribal members at
three (3) approved Walgreens locations in Shawnee and
Norman. You will need to submit your prescription
and it is mandatory to identify yourself with your
AST Tribal Enrollment card and other appropriate
ID. Then they shall fill your prescription. You will
have a 5-day limited fill on your prescription. Upon the
first work/business day, you can have the remaining
balance of your prescription(s) transferred to your AST
pharmacy in either Shawnee or Little Axe, and they
will fill your remaining balance. The three (3) AST
Health approved Walgreens service locations are: 1427
North Harrison Street or at 600 Shawnee Mall Drive,
Shawnee, Oklahoma or 615 West Main Street, Norman,
Oklahoma.
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ABSENTEE SHAWNEE INDIAN CHILD WELFARE DEPARTMENT
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe Child Protective Services accepts, investigates, and records
all reports of alleged abuse and neglect of Absentee Shawnee children and provides protection to
Indian children on Trust land. Child Protective Services also works with the Department of
Human Services to investigate the abuse or mistreatment of Absentee Shawnee children residing
outside Trust land. The primary responsibility of Child Protective Services is to assess the safety
the child
and take
the appropriate
to protectand
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any protections offered by the various state Indian Child Welfare Acts. ICW workers attend
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Welfare
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provides court
advocacy
in the
andShawnee
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working to correct the problems causing the initial removal of their child. This service is offered for Absentee Shawnee children nation-wide, whether
or not they reside in the Absentee Shawnee
Tribe’s
jurisdiction.
ABSENTEE
SHAWNEE
INDIAN CHILD WELFARE DEPARTMENT IS OPEN TO ANY
ABSENTEE
WHO ISISINOPEN
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OUR ABSENTEE
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SHAWNEE
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WELFARE
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IS KEEPCHILDREN
TRIBAL CHILDREN
WITH THEIR TRIBAL FAMILY
TRIBAL
FAMILY
WHENEVER
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IF
ICW
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WHENEVER POSSIBLE. IF ICW HAS TO REMOVE A CHILD FROM THEIR HOME TO ENSURE THEIR SAFETY, WE LOOK FOR TRIBAL
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FOR
TRIBAL
MEMBERS
WHO
ARE
WILLING
TO
OPEN
THEIR
OR ABUSED AST CHILDREN. IF YOU ARE TRIBAL MEMBER AND IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME AN
ABSENTEE SHAWNEE FOSTER
HOME PLEASE CONTACT: HOME TO NEGLECTED OR ABUSED AST CHILDREN. IF YOU ARE TRIBAL MEMBER
AND IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME AN ABSENTEE SHAWNEE FOSTER HOME
PLEASE CONTACT: JULIE WILSON/FOSTER CARE 405-878-4702
JULIE WILSON/FOSTER CARE 405-878-4702
Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we
Humankind has not woven thedo
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- Chief Seattle
- Chief Seattle
AST PHARMACY
AFTER HOUR PHARMACY
NOTIFICATION
When requesting refills, please provide 24 hour notice until pick-up.
The most efficient method is to have your refill numbers ready when
you call the Pharmacy, and use our automated system.
Deliveries of controlled medications are not allowed.
The Walgreens located at 100 12th
Avenue NE in Norman, OK is no
longer contracted with the AST
Health System to pay for after hour
emergency prescriptions due to
losing its 24-hour service status.
Tribal members may now take
prescriptions to:
If you would like to receive a text message to your cell phone when your
medications are ready for pick-up, please alert the pharmacy staff and
provide us with your current cell phone number.
Please inform us of changes in address, phone number, insurance
and other contact information (changes at registration do not flow to
pharmacy).
If you have any questions at any time, feel free to call either Pharmacy
or stop by and speak with one of our Pharmacy staff. We are happy to
assist you with your pharmaceutical needs!
Hours of Operation:
Little Axe: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
(7:30am-5:30pm Drive-Thru)
Phone-(405)292-9530
Shawnee: Monday-Friday 7am-5pm
Phone-(405)878-5859
Walgreens
615 W. Main St
Norman, OK
(405) 573-5019
We are open through the lunch hour!!
**BOTH PHARMACY DEPARTMENTS ARE CLOSED WITH THE
CLINICS THE FIRST WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON OF EVERY MONTH TO
COMPLETE ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES. **
Thank You,
AST Pharmacy Staff
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FYI: Contract Health Service News
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health
The AST Contract Health Services Team are here to assist you
... follow the CHS Guidelines!
Get a copy of the CHS Guidelines and update your information
Emergency
and
Urgent Care Services
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
who needs emergent or urgent care:
CHS for a currently enrolled AST
member who resides in the defined
catchment area who has insurance such
as Medicare or Private Insurance:
CHS for a currently enrolled AST member
who resides in the defined catchment area
who does not have insurance:
1.
Call the On-Call nurse at
(405) 447-0300 option 9 for “triage”.
1.
Complete CHS Patient Update form
and update all information every 6
months.
1.
2.
Notify CHS on the next businesss day
or within 72 hours after the 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.
2.
Notify CHS at least 48 hours
prior to appointment date for a (COB)
Coordination of Benefits to be sent to
provider
3.
Inform Provider/HealthFacility that
AST CHS is secondary payer/payer of
last resort.
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. PRC staff and/
or Benefit Coordinators can assist with
the application process for alternate
resources. Failure to exhaust available or potentially available alternate
resources may result in denial of payment.
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.
2.
Complete CHS Patient Update
form and update all information
every 6 months
3.
You must utilize the services provided
within the 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.
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.
3.
4.
5.
For AST members with no insurance
evidence must exist that the visit was
medically necessary. Medical priorities
have been established for determining
which referrals can be authorized for
payment.
For AST members with insurance,
evidence must exist that a third party
resource has made determination such
services were “emergency care” or
“urgent care” (such evidence may
include payment from private insurance).
Contract Health
Direct Phone Line
405.701.7951
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.
Contract Health Services
is conveniently located at
Shawnee Clinic-Building 16
and Little Axe Health Center
Flo Mann
Debi Sloat
Glendine Blanchard
Laurie Webber
Sharon Ponkilla
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Shawnee Clinic
(405) 878-4702
Darla Gatzman
Little Axe Health Center
(405) 447-0300
Jayne Werst
Honoring Our Past
With Promise for
Our Future
LIFE is Beautiful
Living Meth Free
NEW CAR SEAT LAW
On November 1, 2015, Oklahoma will have a new car seat law. House Bill 1847 updated the state’s current law to
mirror recommendations by the American Academy of Pediatrics and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
A child under 8 shall be properly secured in a child passenger restraint system (the law was previously only to age 6).
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Must be rear facing until two years of age or until the child reaches the weight or height limit of the car seat.
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Must be forward facing with harnesses at least two (2) years of age but younger than four (4) years of age.
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Age 4-8 years and less than 4 feet 9 inches in height should be in either a child passenger restraint system or
child booster seat.
With the update Oklahoma becomes the second state to mandate rear facing until two years old.
“Car crashes are the leading cause of death for Oklahoma children”, said SAFEKIDS OK Executive Director, Katie
Mueller. “In 2013, 6,000 child passengers were involved in traffic crashes. 607 were seriously injured and 22 were
killed.”
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If you would like to participate in Second Wind Program, please contact the
ASTHealth
Public
Health:
Nursing Department
at (405) 447-0300. The classes are formed based on num
interested participants.
Second
Wind Program
The second class of the Second Wind
Tobacco Cessation Program concluded
on August 4, 2015 with 2 participants
successfully completing the 12 week
program. The 2 participants included
Emma Johnson and Teresa Poston.
Both of these ladies stated they really
enjoyed the program and have begun
implementing some of the behavioral
coping strategies learned during the
program on their journey to quit using
commercial tobacco. The AST Health
System would like to congratulate the
ladies on their decision to improve their
health through tobacco cessation!
If you would like to participate in
Second Wind Program, please contact
the Public Health Nursing Department
at (405) 447-0300. The classes are
formed based on number of interested
participants.
Teresa Poston (L) and Emma Johnson
Teresa Poston (L) and Emma Johnson (R)
Register Now!!!
www.asthealth.org/patient-portal
New Patient Portal
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System
Little Axe Health Center
Shawnee Clinic
Visit your app store and install
the Follow My Health app
- Improved access to your health information
- Communicate directly with your clinic
- Request an appointment
...and more!
for real-time access to your
health information
For more information on how you can register for the new AST “Follow My Health” Patient Portal,
contact Patient Registration at Little Axe Health Center - 405.447.0300 or Shawnee Clinic - 405.878.4702
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The Absentee Shawnee Diabetes & Wellness Fitness Center’s
Fitness Schedule
ABSENTEE SHAWNEE FITNESS
FITNESS CLASS SCHEDULE
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Classes
Classes
Classes
Classes
Classes
Circuit Training
6:10 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe
Resource Center
Zumba!
6:10 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe
Resource Center
Circuit Training
6:10 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe
Resource Center
Cardio Kickboxing
6:10 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe
Resource Center
Circuit Training
6:10 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe
Resource Center
Low Impact Chair Exercise
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe
Resource Center
Tai Chi
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe
Resource Center
Low Impact Chair Exercise
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe
Resource Center
Tai Chi
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Chrissy Wiens
Little Axe
Resource Center
Circuit Training
5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe
Resource Center
Circuit Training
5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe
Resource Center
Circuit Training
5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe
Resource Center
Circuit Training
5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Buster Bread
Little Axe
Resource Center
Chrissy Wiens
Diabetes and Wellness
Physical Activities Specialist
Buster Bread
Diabetes and Wellness
Fitness Manager
Location: 1970 156th Ave. N.E. Norman, O.K. 73071
(405) 364-7298
For more information please visit our website at:
http://www.asthealth.org/tags/fitness
Fitness Hours:
Monday 6:00 a.m.— 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday 6:00 a.m.— 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday 6:00 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 6:00 a.m.— 7:00 p.m.
Friday 6:00 a.m.— 5:00 p.m.
Saturday/Sunday CLOSED
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ABSENTEE
SHAWNEE
TRIBAL
HEALTHANNOUNCES
ANNOUNCES
ABSENTEE
SHAWNEE
TRIBAL
HEALTH
NEW
NEW PLUSCARE CLINIC HOURS
PLUSCARE CLINIC HOURS
Norman, Oklahoma – The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System announces
the new hours of operation for the PlusCare Clinic beginning Monday, August 31,
2015. Recently, the Same Day Clinic, within the Little Axe Health Center, and
the PlusCare Clinic merged and expanded the hours of operation at 15702 East
State Highway 9, Norman, Oklahoma.
Norman, Oklahoma – The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health
System announces the new hours of operation for the PlusCare
Clinic beginning Monday, August 31, 2015. Recently, the
Temporary
Hours of
Operationthe
(Effective
August
31, 2015):
Same Day
Clinic,
within
Little
Axe
Health Center, and the
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
PlusCare
Clinic
merged
and
expanded
the hours of operation
Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
at 15702
East
State
Highway
9, Norman,
Oklahoma.
*Closed
the first
Wednesday
of every month
from 12:00 PM to
5:00 PM
**Holiday hours
AST Shawnee Clinic-Physical Therapy
2029 South Gordon Cooper Drive, Bldg. 16
Shawnee, OK 74801
Phone No.: (405) 878-5850
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM excluding Thanksgiving & Christmas
Temporary Hours of Operation
(Effective August 31, 2015):
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
PlusCare is an acute care facility that treats non-life threatening illnesses and
*Closed
thebasis
first(noWednesday
of The
every
injuries
on a walk-in,
appointment needed).
clinic month
consists of 4
private exam rooms
including
a pediatric
Care provided
from
12:00
PMroom.
to 5:00
PM for will include
common illnesses, sprains, strains, lacerations, flu, allergies, and infections.
While these injuries may **Holiday
seem emergent,hours
they do not require a trip to the
emergency room; however, if you have a life threatening injury, an open fracture,
10:00
AMor to
4:00
PMimmediately go to the
excessive bleeding, head
trauma
spine
injuries,
hospital/emergency
room nearest
you.
excluding
Thanksgiving
& Christmas
Hours of Operation
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Permanent Hours of Operation (Effective September 8, 2015)
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
*Closed the first Wednesday of every month from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
**Holiday hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM excluding Thanksgiving and Christmas
Staff Physical Therapist: Kristin Wahpepah
Services provided in the physical therapy
department include:
The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System encompasses three healthcare
facilities located in Norman and Shawnee, Oklahoma. Providing a culturallysensitive, quality health care system for American Indians, Alaska Natives, and
qualifying Non-Natives, both healthcare facilities offer health promotion and
disease prevention through a multi-disciplinary team using holistic and evidencebased practices that address all health issues and educational needs while
protecting
individual
confidentiality.TRIBAL HEALTH ANNOUNCES
ABSENTEE
SHAWNEE
###CLINIC HOURS
NEW PLUSCARE
Permanent Hours of Operation
(Effective September 8, 2015)
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM to care
4:00 PM facility that treats non-life
PlusCare
is - Sunday
an acute
*Closed the first Wednesday of every month from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
threatening
illnesses
and injuries on a walk-in, basis (no
**Holiday hours
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM excluding Thanksgiving & Christmas
appointment needed). The clinic consists of 4 private exam
Hours of
(Effectiveroom.
September Care
8, 2015) provided for will
rooms Permanent
including
a Operation
pediatric
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
include Saturday
common
illnesses, sprains, strains, lacerations, flu,
- Sunday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
allergies,
and
infections.
While
these
*Closed the first Wednesday of every
month from
12:00 PMinjuries
to 5:00 PM may seem
**Holiday
hoursdo 9:00
to 5:00 PM a
excluding
Thanksgiving
and Christmas
emergent,
they
notAMrequire
trip to
the emergency
room;
however,
if
you
have
a
life
threatening
injury,
an
open
fracture,
PlusCare is an acute care facility that treats non-life threatening illnesses and
excessive
bleeding,
spineThe
injuries,
immediately
injuries
on a walk-in, head
basis (notrauma
appointmentor
needed).
clinic consists
of 4
go to the
hospital/emergency
room
you.
private
exam rooms including a pediatric
room.nearest
Care provided
for will include
• Rehabilitation for orthopedic
injuries
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Spinal dysfunction
• Neurological disease
• Post-surgical rehabilitation
• Sports injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Chronic pain
• Motor-vehicle accidents
• Vestibular balance and
dysfunction
common illnesses, sprains, strains, lacerations, flu, allergies, and infections.
While these injuries may seem emergent, they do not require a trip to the
emergency room; however, if you have a life threatening injury, an open fracture,
excessive bleeding, head trauma or spine injuries, immediately go to the
hospital/emergency room nearest you.
Treatments provided:
*Closed the first Wednesday of every month
from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
**Holiday hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
excluding
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Temporary
Hours of Operation
(Effective August and
31, 2015):
Norman, Oklahoma – The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System announces
the new hours of operation for the PlusCare Clinic beginning Monday, August 31,
2015. Recently, the Same Day Clinic, within the Little Axe Health Center, and
the PlusCare Clinic merged and expanded the hours of operation at 15702 East
State Highway 9, Norman, Oklahoma.
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System encompasses
three healthcare facilities located in Norman and Shawnee,
Oklahoma. Providing a culturally- sensitive, quality health care
system The
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• Ultrasound
• Neuromuscular stimulation
• Manual therapy techniques
• Therapeutic exercise/activities
Each patient seen in physical therapy receives
an individualized home exercise program.
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for All Women
Services include:
h Adult immunizations
h Breast & Pelvic Exams
h Mammogram Referral
h Bone Density Studies
Office Hours
Monday-thru-Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Information about:
• Health Promotion
• Quitting Smoking
• Misuse of Alcohol and Drugs
• Nutrition
• Physical Fitness and Exercise
• Controlling Stress and Violence
• Prevention of Pregnancy
• AIDS and other Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Little Axe Clinic
Shawnee Clinic
15951 Little Axe Drive
2029 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Norman, OK 73025
Shawnee, OK 74801
Ph. 405-701-7987
Ph. 405-878-4716
Services are offered through:
Little Axe Clinic & Shawnee Clinic for all Federally
Recognized Tribes.
AST BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
For counseling information, contact:
Shawnee BH:
Roberta Cooper
(405) 878-4716
Little Axe BH:
Rolanda Smith
(405)701-7987
Women’s Health Services
Little Axe Health Center
15951 Little Axe Drive . Norman, OK 73026
405.447.0300 . Fax 405.701.7605
www.asthealth.org
Mission Statement
To promote the wellbeing of the “whole person” within the context of their culture.
A Single twig breaks but a
Bundle of twigs is strong
Services
Supporting changes in the journey of life’s
transitions. The following services are offered:
• Resource/referral information
• Crisis intervention
• Child, adult, family and couple/marital
counseling
• Therapy and Support groups (TBA)
• Drub and alcohol assessments
• Anger management
• Depression screenings
• Sweatlodge
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Emergency Management - September 2015
A. Tribal storm shelter program.
As of June 30, there have been 63 shelters completed for tribal members. We are anticipating the other 29 shelters should be
completed by the end of September. Thank you for your patience during the past couple of months while we waited for the wet
weather to subside. Once the shelters have been completed, the homeowner will need to register their shelter with their
local fire department. If you need help finding your local fire department, contact the Emergency Manager at (405) 740-1562.
B. Red Cross
Power Outage—Tribal residents in the Bob Crouch area in Tecumseh experienced a power outage August 8-11, 2015, when
it was very hot with heat indexes over 100 degrees. The Tecumseh emergency manager set up a relief shelter which was opened
by the Red Cross at the Tecumseh City Hall. Red Cross advised tribal members who experienced loss of food and are receiving
DHS benefits, can make a request to this agency for help in replacing food lost.
• The Red Cross was able to provide the following information for future reference:
{{ Food Loss: If an individual receives DHS food assistance, sometimes they will grant emergency funds to replace food
lost in power outages.
{{ Tecumseh has a food pantry which may be able to assist:
Highland Church of Christ
905 E. Walnut Street Tecumseh, OK
(405) 598-3514
• There are also several food pantries in Shawnee which may be able to assist as well.
{{ Shawnee Mission, 126 S. Center, (405) 273-2248
{{ Simons Peters Store House, 3331 N. Kickapoo
C. Disaster
Management
Declaration/FEMA/OK
State
Emergency
FEMA Damage Assessment team has worked with Asaycia
Clayton, Procurement Director, and Sherry Drywater, ASHA
Executive Director in the assessment of damages to tribal
buildings and houses in the Burning Wood Addition. Also the
FEMA team held a mitigation assessment to come up with a
plan to prevent future damages to these structures and houses.
“Over 57% Pot. Co. residents reported not storing
their Meds in a locked, secure cabinet or box”
D. Training
“Over 57% Pot. Co. residents reported not sto
CERT (Community Emergency Management Team) Training
DO’S AND DON’TS of safe storage and disposal
Meds in a locked, secure cabinet or box”
will be held on September 14–25, 9—11 am. Those attending the
training are volunteers from the Little Axe Clinic organized by
DO Properly discard medications that are no longer needed or that
have expired.
Darrell Longhorn who will be the instructor. We look forward
Do’s and Don’ts of safe storage and dispos
to having our first AST CERT team. Thanks to Mr. Longhorn
DO Keep track
of how
many pills you
have
the course of
DO Properly
discard
medications
that
areduring
no longer
for his efforts to further readiness of the clinic for emergencies.
treatment.
Meetings/Events
Needed or that have expired.
DO Lock up medications that are at risk for being abused- ask
your pharmacist or other healthcare professional if the prescription
DO
Keep
track
of howtomany
pills
you have
during
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course
medication
prescribed
you or
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member
has
abuse
•
FEMA Site Inspections at Tribal Complex (bldgs.), AST
potential.
treatment.
Housing Authority (houses)
•
FEMA Mitigation Inspections—Tribal Complex & AST
DON’T Throw medication in the trash or fush down toilet.
Housing
DO Lock up medications that are at risk for being abused- as
•
EOC Management Class, Don Lynch, Instructor @ Expo
DON’T or
Leave
medications
that are
at risk for being
abused
in plain
pharmacist
other
healthcare
professional
if the
prescription
Center – July 30-31
sight or in places that aren’t secure.
medication prescribed to you or a Household member has abu
•
ITEMC Meeting, Canadian Valley Technology Center,
Chickasha campus, August 11
DON’T Repackage medication in unmarked containers.
potential.
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TECHNOLOGY: Cyber Security
by Joshua Gibson, MIS - IT Analyst
Have you ever received a random phone call and
when you answered there was a pause for 2-3 secs
and a message recording started? Well you’ve been
randomly selected possibly by a robodialer! We’ll
get into details about that term soon. Phone fraud
is a rising attack method that spans to international
borders, enterprises, and industries. Nearly 1 out
of 2,200 calls are fraud, which has increased 30%
since 2013. This phone channel assailants use multipronged attacks, targeting consumers, retailers,
and financial institutions simultaneously. The most
efficient techniques these attackers use are robodialers point of origin is harder to trace back and
they can work targeting simultaneous consumers.
1 in 6 phone numbers calling is a robodialer. 2.5
percent of U.S. phones receive at least 1 robocall
every week. 86.2 million calls per month in the U.S.
are phone scams.
VoIP has played a factor for increases on
fraud calls. Voice over IP (VoIP) has minimized or eliminated cost of phone calls, domestic and international. There has been
recent evidence to suggest VoIP service is
easier to steal than other kinds of telephony
services as well. Attackers use VoIP lines for
53 percent of their calls, compared to 7.8 of
the general public. VoIP is only as reliable as
the underlying network security, if the existing network has security vulnerbiiites
exploits can occur.
Figure 1.2
Mobile phones are beginning to see this trend as
the increase is climbing provided by the data below
from 2011 to current. Consumer phone scams rely
heavy on attacks casting on a wide net in scale
wise. Phone fraud attacks seek the uninformed
or vulnerable (e.g., the elderly, recent immigrants,
young college students, etc.) One of the most
common ways to exploit is by robocalling services.
Attackers use tactics by messaging the consumer such as promising prizes, trips, free money, or
other goods and services to get the consumer to
interact. The more reported tactics are threatening
messages, tellings consumers they’re behind on
taxes, missed jury duty, or
arrest warrants.
Figure 1.1
CONCLUSION
Figure 1.3
The best safe-guard you have is to simply hang up when a recorded message is
being played, don’t disclose any personal information. If you press any button,
most likely it will lead to more robodialers. Most mobile phones like the iPhone
can block calls from within the phone settings under Settings>Phone>Blocked.
Android’s can be found >call settings>my device>blocking mode.You can check
to see if your phone provider or internet company has services to screen and
block robodialers as well.
You can report any experience you’ve had to
https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov or by calling
1-888–383-1222.
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Vocational Rehabilitation Transitional Services
Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
History:
The Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma Vocational Rehabilitation Program has provided vocational services to American Indians with disabilities for twenty years and counting, with Transition Services at six years. Our mission is to develop
specialized services to American Indian students with disabilities currently making the transition from high school
to work or achieving a post-secondary education.
Services we can provide:
We assist with testing fees (ACT, SAT), provide work clothing for new jobs, tuition assistance, assistive devices such
as hearing aids, walkers, wheelchairs, eye glasses, along with physical and mental evaluations.
Qualifications:
You must be a member of a federally recognized tribe, a junior or senior in high school and must reside in on of the
Iowa Tribe VR services area counties. You must also provide documentation from your doctor or physician noting
your disability.
COUNTIES served by ITOVR
KAY
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PAWNEE
PAYNE
POTTAWATOMIE
LINCOLN
LOGAN
Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
Vocational Rehabilitation
P.O. Box 728
Perkins, OK 74059
Phone: 405-547-2402 ext 168
Toll free: 1-888-336-4692
Fax: 405-547-1090
E-mail: Christa Tsotaddle, Transitional Counselor
ctsotaddle@iowanation.org
1/23/2015 CT
Find us on the Web: www.bahkhoje.com
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CTSA Early Childhood Center
CTSA Early Childhood Center
NUTRITION TECHNICIAN
Early Head Start Teacher
The Nutrition Tech will provide support to the Lead Nutrition Tech,
including dish washing, cleaning, serving and basic meal preparation.
An Early Head Start teacher provides educational experiences to
infants/toddlers in a classroom setting, using developmentally
appropriate practices.
is seeking to hire a full-time
is seeking to hire a part-time
for our Shawnee Location
for our Shawnee Location
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent
Must pass background investigation for licensed child care programs
Previous experience is preferred
Food handlers certification is a plus
Early Head Start Teacher Minimum Requirements:
Infant/Toddler CDA Credential or Certificate of Mastery in CD
Previous work experience with young children
Pass background investigation for licensed child care programs
All applications accepted with preference given to qualified
Native Americans and current/former HS/EHS parents
All applications accepted with preference given to qualified
Native Americans and current/former HS/EHS parents
Apply today:
Apply today:
Applications accepted until position is filled
Applications accepted until position is filled
Employment Applications can be downloaded at:
www.ctsaheadstart.org (click on Forms)
or picked up at:
1535 North McKinley Avenue, Shawnee OK 74801
Employment Applications can be downloaded at:
www.ctsaheadstart.org (click on Forms)
or picked up at:
1535 North McKinley Avenue, Shawnee OK 74801
CTSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
CTSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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AST Public Health:
Prevention in Native Students (PINS) Bowling League
The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System started a youth bowling league this
summer that met once a week from June 8th –Aug 3rd at Firelake Bowling Center. The
AST Health System’s Public Health Nursing, SPF-TIG, MSPI departments all partnered
together to provide prevention education throughout the league. Topics of prevention
included tobacco prevention, prescription drug abuse prevention, meth and suicide
prevention as well as education regarding physical activity recommendations for
children and teens. As an added benefit, the bowling league itself provided positive
physical activity as each Monday the bowlers experienced the equivalent of walking
1 mile while bowling the 3 games. The league was for youth ages 10-18 years old and
ran for 8 weeks. There were 25 kids who consistently participated during this league.
The younger kids met during the morning hours while the older kids met during the
afternoon hours. The first 15-20 minutes of each week was spent on education for the
youth over different prevention topics before they commenced to bowl their 3 games.
The league wrapped up on August 3rd and an awards party was held August
6th at Elevation Trampoline Park in Moore, OK. The outstanding male bowler for the
morning league was Jordan Rodriguez and for the afternoon league was Cameron
Dougan. The outstanding female bowler for the morning league was Kasi McGuire
and for the afternoon league was Kyla McGuire. The team awards were presented
according to total games won, scratch, and handicap score totals. The team awards for
the morning league were first place: The Pinheads (Kasi McGuire, Santino Rodriguez,
Kantynn Kaseca), second place: The Strike Zone (Ty Dougan, Brody Miller, Maecie
Bender), and third place: The Strikers (Janelle Watson, Jordan Rodriguez, Chenoa
Suke). Team awards for the afternoon league were first place: The Kings (Cameron
Dougan, Ty Shields), second place: The Pindeans (Ozmond Wahpekeche, Christian
Ellis, Abbe Owings), and third place: The Rolling Thunder (Andee Ellis, Huntar Floyd).
The AST Health System would like to thank the Oklahoma City Area Intertribal
Health Board for awarding the grant that was able to provide the education and physical
activity that each of the bowlers received through the bowling league. A number of the
participants expressed their wish to continue the league again next summer because
they had a lot of fun interacting with the staff and fellow bowlers.
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The Rolling Thunder:
Andee Ellis and Huntar Floyd pictured with
Kristie McGuire.
AM Outstanding Female Bowler
Kasi McGuire pictured with PINS
coordinator Kristie McGuire, RN.
PM Outstanding Male Bowler Cameron
Dougan, Kristie McGuire,
PM Outstanding Female Bowler Kyla McGuire
The Pinheads:
Kantynn Kaseca, Santino Rodriguez,
Kasi McGuire pictured with
Kristie McGuire.
The Kings:
Ty Shields and Cameron Dougan
pictured with Kristie McGuire
The Pindeans:
Christian Ellis, Abbe Owings, Ozmond Wahpekeche
pictured with Kristie McGuire.
The Strikers:
Chenoa Suke pictured with Kristie
McGuire. Not pictured: Janelle
Watson, Jordan Rodriguez.
The Strike Zone:
Brody Miller, Maecie Bender, and Ty
Dougan pictured with Kristie McGuire.
Participation Medals:
Front Row: Ariela Moreno, Owen Rodriguez, Kanynn
Kaseca, Kali Wind, and Maddy McDowell. Back Row:
Aaliyah Shields, Kristie McGuire, Kyla McGuire, Dacoda
McDowell, and Jamie Seber.
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The AST Health System values ALL feedback.
We will listen....
*Patient Advocate Jim Robertson
405-447-0300
*Customer Service Line
405-701-7623
*Patient Questionnaire located in each of
our clinics or on our website
www.ASTHEALTH.ORG
Little Axe Health Center
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System
15951 Little Axe Drive
Norman OK, 70326
405-447-0300
Shawnee Clinic
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System
2029 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Shawnee OK, 74801
405-878-5850
ABSENTEE SHAWEE TRIBE OF OKLAHOMA
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DEPARTMENT
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.
Shawnee Clinic
Court Advocacy
Absentee
Assists
survivors with Shawnee
domestic violence Tribal
court relatedHealth
costs (when System
funding is available) and
appearances as well as filing for emergency protective orders (EPO) or restraining orders.
2029 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Shelter Placement
Assistance
Shawnee
OK, 74801
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program works with other shelters within
405-878-5850
Oklahoma in order to help victims
obtain safe housing. Emergency transportation for
Little Axe Health Center
Absentee Shawnee Tribal Health System
15951 Little Axe Drive
Norman OK, 70326
405-447-0300
the victim and children may also be available.
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.
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR SERVICES
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.
PLEASE CALL (405) 273-1050 OR COME BY OUR OFFICE
LOCATED AT 107 NORTH KIMBERLY IN SHAWNEE,OK.
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.
WEBSITE: WWW.ASHOUSINGAUTHORITY.COM
For any questions regarding any of the above services please contact the Absentee Shawnee
Tribe’s Domestic Violence staff at (405) 273-2888.
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Sponsored by the AST SPF Program
and AST Diabetes and Wellness
October 31st, 2015
9:00 a.m.
Little Axe Health
Center
Kids Costume
Contest!
Medals!
Live DJ!
*Only pre-registered
participants will receive
a t-shirt
PRE-REGISTER for a t-shirt before SEPTEMBER 30th
*5K participants must be ages
12 years or older. Under 12
years may participate in the
walk
Name:_______________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________
City, State:___________________________________
Zip:_____________
Age on race day:____ T-Shirt Size: YS YM YL / S M L XL XXL
Phone:___________________________
Male:___ Female:___
__5K RUN
or __1 Mile Walk
Waiver: In consideration of the acceptance of this entry I waive all claims for myself and my heirs against the sponsors, cooperating and
coordinating groups and any individuals associated with this event and will hold them harmless for any and all injuries which may result from
my participation. I hereby give my permission to the media to use my name and photograph in the AST newsletter without limitation or
obligation. I certify that I am physically fit for this event and understand the risks involved by participating in this event.
______________________________________________
_________________________
Signature
Date
For more information, please contact Buster Bread at (405) 364-7298, or Kasey Dean at (405) 701-7933. T-shirts WILL NOT be provided for day of registration participants.
Participants under the age of 12 may only run in the fun walk for safety precautions.
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Little Axe
Come join us at the AST Resource
Center!!!
Free Tutoring in all subjects!
Games and activities!
Delinquency Prevention!
Healthy Lifestyles!
And Much More!
Open to All Middle School and High School Students
Open to Absentee Shawnee Tribal Students K-5 with a C.D.I.B.
Everything is offered with no charge….Little Axe bus will transport
students to the AST Resource Center on Peebly Road and parents are
responsible for picking students up by 6:00pm.
Duration: Starts August 31st and will run through the school year.
Monday-Thursday, 2:45pm-6:00pm
For more information and sign up please contact
Blake Goodman at (405) 364-7569
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FOSTER CARE
WHAT IS A FOSTER CARE WORKER?
Foster care caseworker training involves completing a
bachelor's degree program in social work through a college
or university. Students take courses in psychology, abnormal
psychology, sociology, economics, ethics, child welfare
policies and complete a supervised internship.
The child’s Foster Care Worker needs to be a partner with
the foster parents to ensure that each child receives the
full spectrum of services provided and/or arranged by the
Department.
Some aspects of this relationship include the following:
• Sharing information on an ongoing basis regarding the
child’s individual needs, family situation and adjustment
to the foster home
• Encouraging the foster parents to participate in the
total service planning process
• Providing the foster parents the opportunity to
discuss the child’s progress and any unmet needs which
they assess
• Providing the foster parent with information, support,
guidance and referrals to other professionals on the
child’s behalf
• Helping the foster family, when necessary, to identify
and obtain services for the foster child; e.g., medical,
educational
• Ensuring that the foster family, on the child’s behalf,
has access to all financial resources available to the child
while in foster care.
A Foster Care Worker works in conjunction with Tribal
Courts, Tribal Law Enforcement, Bureau of Indian Affairs,
and other county services. Indian Child Welfare’s goal is to
ensure the safety of our tribal children when they placed in
foster care. The homes that our tribal children are placed
in must complete Child Welfare Background Check, OSBI
Background Check, Income Verification, Home Study, and a
Physical. Our AST foster homes are licensed by our Foster
Care Committee.
F o s t e r C a r e P ay m e n t s a r e a s f o l l o w s :
0-5 age $14.73 day $441.97 month
6-12 age $17.12 day $513.57 month
12 and over $19.30 day $579.13 month
I N ORDER T O R E C E I V E P A Y M E N T, A L L T HE A B O V E
M U ST B E M E T A N D T U R N E D I N T O T HE S T A T E .
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This is just a little information on what type of work a foster
care worker performs on a daily basis. If you are interested
in becoming a foster home, please call 405-878-4030 ext.
133.
Hello Everyone;
I hope that everyone is in good health, with all
of the allergies and various respiratory problems
that have going on. I know I am looking forward
to the Spring weather that has come.
I have not gone on any travels here lately, due
to the various problems that have been created
by various Executive Committee members. I
have been working on research looking in to the
practices of the Department of Human Services
and the methods that they have been using to
place our children. I am also attempting to get
an appointment with the Director of DHS and the
Governor of the state of Oklahoma. Last year at
the ICWA conference in Ft. Lauderdale, I attended
the Attorney General’s Advisory Committee on
American Indian/Alaska Native Children Exposed
to Violence meeting where I gave testimony.
This Committee held meetings in various states
getting testimonies from various agencies, Law
Enforcement, Tribal Leaders, ICW, and Educators
concerning concerning our Native Children. My
point to this is that the Attorney General and
the Bureau of Indian Affairs have re-written the
Guidelines concerning ICWA and from speaking
with ICW workers here the State of Oklahoma,
Department of Human Services have not looked
at the new Guidelines and are continuing to make
their own decisions with out including the families
or the tribes. If anyone would like a copy of the
new guidelines they may come by my office and
we will provide a copy.
I have also have concerns about the Tribal Housing
Authority, so that is more research , which may
or may not be a good thing. There have been
numerous complaints from tribal members and
I would like to know if the guidelines are being
followed. After I finish researching then I will
speak with the Housing Board and start asking
questions.
I hope everyone has a wonderful Easter. If anyone
has any questions or would like to just come by
to visit, or call, please do.
Home Number is 307-0954, 275-4030, ex. 6289
Thank you, and Be Blessed.
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FOSTER CARE
Racial disproportionality is defined as the over-or under-representation of certain groups
(e.g. racial/ethnic, gender, age) relative to the group’s proportion in the general population.
Reports conducted in 2008 showed that, compared to other groups, Native American children
were:
• 3 times more likely to be referred to CPS
• 1.6 times more likely to be removed from their biological homes
• Twice as likely to remain in foster care for over two years
• Less likely to be adopted and more likely to be in guardianships
• Less likely to be reunited with their biological parents
The sad reality is that there are not enough culturally appropriate homes for these children,
resulting in the placement of Native American children in homes that do not share their cultural
heritage or traditions. We want to place “our tribal” children in our own homes, to do this we
need tribal members to open their homes and their hearts. Are you willing to open your heart?
Are you willing to open your home?
If so, please contact Julie Wilson ICW/FC/CPS 878-4702 (ext. 133).
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homes outside of their families, tribes,
and Native American culture and all
this contributes to significant social
problems. The story of Native American people is a complicated one
marked by significant trauma and atrocities. Often times this trauma
consisted of the removal of abuse which happened to these young and
vulnerable children in many of these schools resulted in overwhelming
intergenerational trauma and unresolved grief. This trauma which
interrupted the ability to parent has led directly to the most current social
problems that plague Native American communities today including
alcohol/drug abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, sexual abuse and
parenting deficiencies. All of these problems have contributed to the
break-down of the family unit, leading to the removal of large numbers
of Native American youth from their families. The journey of healing
and breaking the cycles which have been put in place by the historical
trauma experienced by generations of Native Americans requires that
the cultural identity for so long denied to these children be returned.
Native American youth have two distinct influences, that of their family
of origin and that of their caregivers. Absentee Shawnee Tribal Foster
Care is in need of homes for children that are in our child welfare
system. Your participation in being a foster parent helps to ensure that
these children have positive connections to their culture which in helps
nurture a positive sense of identification as a Native American. By being
willing to do this, you can be a valuable part of the healing journey that
will help strengthen this next generation of Absentee Shawnee children;
in turn, helping those children become the parents that their children
will need them to be. Our children are our future, what will we have
our future be? Will you, as Absentee Shawnee member, do your part if
you are able? If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, please
contact Juliann Wilson ICW/CPS/FOSTER CARE at 275-4030, ext. 133.
<<<NOTICE>>>
Currently there are three (3) openings on the Foster Care Board. If you are
interested in serving on the board, send your letter of interest to Secretary
Dawsey at the Tribal Complex, 2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr., Shawnee, OK 73801.
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I don’t hear very well
mi-ti ne-ho-wa-se no-ti-ka
My hearing is bad
Ne-ki ke-ya-pa-sa
Don’t get your children cold
Te-ke-ya ko-se-mi-ke ke-na-ge-yi ni-ke
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Ka-hi-we-ki-ti ke-we-fo-wa mi-ti-se
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2025 S. GORDON COOPER DR.
SHAWNEE, OK 74801
ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE
Gov.
Lt. Gov.
Secreta
Treas
Governor Edwina Butler-Wolfe . 6308 FINANCE
Eddie Brokeshoulder ................... 6307 Belinda Collins(Controller) .................... 6283
Lesa Shaw ..................................... 6269 Genevieve Foster(Asst. Cont.) ................ 6282
Amy Hilderbrand (Pay. Spec.)............... 6280
Lt.Governor Isaac Gibson........... 6253 Jessica Gonzales .................................. 6300
Andy Warrior .............................. 6309 Courtney Green .................................. 6250
Mary Billy..................................... 6267
Jenny Ware (Acct. Pay.) ......................... 6279
Scott Miller (BIA Spec.) .................. 6325 Holly Davis (Acct. Pay. Spec.).................. 6265
Secretary Vera M. Dawsey.......... 6289 .............................................................. 6295
Jerry Ann Knox ........................... 6306 David Deer ........................................... 6320
Alvina Barnes ............................... 6275 Twyla Blanchard (Staff Acct. II) ........... 6233
Jennifer Hernandez(Budget Analyst) ..... 6228
Treasurer Leah Bates .................. 6239 Glenna Jones (Grants Admin) ................ 6338
Donna Longhorn .......................... 6240 Sandra Burnett (Grants) ....................... 6385
Representative Ken Blanchard ... 6287 HUMAN RESOURCES
Leonard Longhorn ...................... 6335 Cheri Hardeman ................................. 6252
TAX COMMISSION / TAG
Alicia Engler.........................................6257
Tara Battise ..........................................6237
...............................................................6258
SOCIAL SERVICES
Annie Wilson (Director) .........................6225
REALTY
...............................................................6246
Johnnie Hagan (Probate) .......................6247
Lea Tsotaddle .......................................6248
PROCUREMENT
Asaycia Clayton ...................................6291
Valentina Jimenez ...............................6244
Kayla Ketakea ......................................6281
ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE – SHAWNEE DEPARTMENT EXTENSIONS (405) 275-4030
MIS
Rico Coon ............................................ 6328
Michael Berry ..................................... 6303
Josh Gibson ......................................... 6329
Nishant Shrestha ................................. 6327
CORRECTIONS? E-MAIL TO PHONELIST@ASTRIBE.COM
(Billie Thompson, Briana Ponkilla)
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
UPDATED: APRIL 8, 2015
OEH
Ken Jones............................................. 8845
Dakota Blanchard ............................... 8843
EDUCATION
Admin Asst./Rec .................................. 6255 Jarrod Lloyd ....................................... 8844
Tresha Spoon ....................................... 6242 Evelyn Pablito ..................................... 8847
POLICE DEPT............... 275-3200 / 275-3432
ELECTION COMMISSION
Emily Longman ................................... 6271 Shawn Crowley (Chief) ......................... 6302
Diane Ponkilla ..................................... 6261
ENROLLMENT
Trent Norton ....................................... 6276
Larry Buckley ..................................... 6292 Anthony Johnson ................................ 6262
Sujata Sturm ....................................... 6288 Jason Brinker ...................................... 6259
Scott Wilson......................................... 6232
HORSE SHOE BEND
David Spector ...................................... 6266
(After School Program Director)
Edwina Butler-Wolfe .......................... 6308 .............................................................. 6268
Stuart Rollette .............................. 585-1346
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/FAMILY SERVICES
Kimberly Stephens .............................. 6277
Jackie Denny ....................................... 6326
Linda Gouge (Sexual Assault Adv) ........... 6333
Melissa Lopez ...................................... 6315
DV Advocate........................................ 6224
.............................................................. 6298
Elizabeth Clark .................................. 6296 TERO
Rachael Lankford ............................... 6222 Jeff Gibson ...........................................6284
RECEPTIONIST
Lea Bettelyoun..................................... 4030 Dayna Dick .......................................... 6337
TITLE VI
ICW
Thomasine (Doss) Owings (DIR) ........6227
ATTORNEY
Ray Campbell ...................................... 6313 Ronelle Baker ...................................... 8802 Johnnie Mae Bettelyoun ......................6272
Julie Wilson ........................................ 8803 Donna Butler ........................................6270
COURT
Debra Daugomah ................................ 8804 Robert Schoolfield ...............................6270
Kathy Brock (Court Clerk) ................ 6241
Ted Watson ..........................................6270
Vanessa Ryder ..................................... 6260 LITTLE AXE RESOURCE CENTER
.............................................................. 6336 Bucky LittleCharley .................... 585-8310 OTHER EXTENSIONS
Duke Blanchard ........................... 585-3669 Bldg. 1 Conf. Rm. ...............................6294
CULT. PRES. / GIFT SHOP
Bldg. 1 Break Rm ................................6305
Receptionist ......................................... 6243 MAINTENANCE
Gov. Bldg. 2 Conf. Rm. .......................6330
Joseph Blanchard(Director) .................. 6310 Cecil Walker........................................ 6316 Fam. Svcs. Conf. Rm. ..........................6311
Carol Butler ......................................... 6319 Reta Harjo ........................................... 6249 Finance Conference Rm ......................6236
Colleen Butler...................................... 6340 Stephen Fife ......................................... 6234
OTHER ENTITIES & TOLL FREE
Tracy Wind.......................................... 6324 Donna Simon, Sherri Yetter, Isaac
All Nations Bank .......................... 273-0202
Esther Lowden (Gift Shop Manager) ....... 6323 Bettelyoun, John Mann, Kevin Kaseca
ASEDA ......................................... 878-6782
Cecil Wilson ......................................... 6245 Tom White, Donnie Marshall, Lance
Gift Shop .............................................. 6273 Nanaeto, Levi Littlecreek ................... 6331 Toll Free ............................. 1-800-256-3341
Brendle Corner ............................ 447-3372
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL INSTITUTION MUSIC
Heather Napier .................................... 6264 .................................................................................. 6238 Building Blocks ........................... 878-0633
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