# Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks UNESCO (2023)

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www.astribe.com

THE ABSENTEE
SHAWNEE NEWS
Volume 33, No. 11

November 2023

Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks UNESCO
World Heritage Commemoration Ceremony

Absentee
Shawnee
Tribal
Representative DeWayne Wilson and
members of AST Cultural Preservation
attended the Hopewell Ceremonial
Earthworks UNESCO World Heritage
Commemoration
Ceremony.
AST
Language Linguist and tribal member
Scott Miller gave the blessing.
The historic event was held October
14 in Chillicothe, Ohio at Mound City,
the headquarters of Hopewell Culture
National Historic Park. The Hopewell
Ceremonial Earthworks, which include

five locations managed by the National
Park Service and three managed by the
Ohio History Connection were built by
Native Americans between 1,600 and
2,000 years ago.
Over 600 people gathered on the
banks of the Scioto River to celebrate
the brilliance and wonder of these great
mounds.
Chief Glenna Wallace, of the Eastern
Shawnee Tribe spoke about the skill and
great ability used to create them. "We
stand upon the shoulders of geniuses,

uncommon geniuses who have gone
before us. That’s what we are here about
today,"
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine also
praised the sheer brilliance they were
created with. “My wish on this day is that
the people who come here from all over
the world, and from Ross County, all over
Ohio, all the United States — wherever
they come from — my wish is that they
will be inspired, inspired by the genius
that created these, and the perseverance
and the long, long work that it took to

create them,” Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine
said. “They’re awe-inspiring.”
There are only about 1,000 World
Heritage sites around the globe and this
site is the United States’ 25th addition to
the World Heritage List. The designation
puts the spot in the same category as
wonders of the world including Greece’s
Acropolis, Peru’s Machu Picchu and
the Great Wall of China. The process to
garner World Heritage status was started
in the late 90’s.

Great Council State Park Set to Open 2024

On a recent trip to Ohio, Absentee
Shawnee Tribal Representative DeWayne
Wilson toured the construction progress
of the new Great Council State Park. The
cultural interpretive center will be located
on State Route 68, between Xenia and
Yellow Springs, in Oldtown, and focus on
the history of the Shawnees.
The three-story structure will have
over 12,000 square-feet and is designed
to pay tribute to the Shawnee longhouse.
A living stream will be showcased on
the main floor along with a theater. The
first floor will also feature two interactive
exhibits for kids - cattail weaving and

ribbonwork.
The second floor will feature a
historical timeline of the Shawnees in
Ohio prior to European settlement and
now in modern day. The lower level will
feature temporary exhibits about culture,
history, art and the modern-day Shawnee
tribes.
The building also includes a secondstory balcony overlooking a view from
where the Shawnee village would have
been located at the end of the 1700s,
including the presumed location of the
original council house on site.
Brant
Fulks,
Capital
Program

Administrator for Southwest and Central
Districts with ODNR showcased the
construction progress and explained that
they are recreating this with the look and
feel of how Oldtown would have looked
250 years ago.
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
broke ground on the facility in May of
2022 and construction is expected to be
complete in spring of 2024. ODNR has
been working with the Ohio History
Connection and the three Shawnee
tribes: the Absentee Shawnee Tribe;
Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma and
the Shawnee Tribe to develop plans for

the interpretive center. All displays will
honor the Shawnee tribes of the past and
allow present-day members to share their
stories and legacy.
“It’s great to meet with the people who
are making this historic project a reality. I
am glad we finally have a seat at the table.”
Said Representative Wilson, “They truly
want our opinions and actually listen to
us since this great facility is about us. This
is our history. So many of the people we
have met, all have said - we want to do
this right.”

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

LT. GOVERNOR’S REPORT

Ezra DeLodge, AST Lt. Governor

GOVERNOR
John Johnson

Lt. GOVERNOR
Ezra DeLodge

Tribal Members,
Please see below for department updates. If you have any questions or concerns please contact me by email ezrad@
astribe.com, call my office 405-275-4030
x 6253 or cell 405-432-0733.
Maintenance:
The Absentee Shawnee Tribal Maintenance Department is currently staffed by
six full-time employees. The Maintenance
Department has been working hard to
maintain all incoming work orders which
consist of minor repairs, moving/ rearranging offices and assembling/installing
new furniture, and ground maintenance
such as mowing, weed eating and edging. Housekeeping has been working effortlessly with maintaining the upkeep
of the buildings on the complex. I would
like to thank the Maintenance staff for all
the hard work they do for the department
and Tribe.
OEH:
In total for 2023 OEH has assisted Tribal members with 58 different septic renovations and installations, water well drilling and installations, well renovations,

SECRETARY’S REPORT

Misty McGirt, AST Secretary

Hello Tribal Members,
I hope all is well with everyone and their
families. This year and these past couple
months have flown by since I’ve been in
office. In September, I attended the Oklahoma County Juvenile Court Judges and
Tribal Partners meeting with ICW staff. I
also attended the Public Health training
101 hosted by the Southern Plains Health
Board. September 30th is the “ Every
Child Matters movement for residential
school children and survivors”. I was invited to participate with my family in a 27
mile walk, beginning at the Mekusukey
Mission on the Seminole Reservation
and ending at St. Gregory’s in Shawnee.

November 2023

and community water connections.
For 2023, we have collected, processed,
and recycled 32 bales of shredded office
paper and cardboard equaling roughly 24
tons of recyclable waste that has been diverted from landfills.
The new Police Safety Center is on
schedule to be completed in January of
2024. Interior work is underway, all primary utility connections have been completed, and all of the parking lot work has
been done except for the secure entry for
staff at the rear of the building.
We would like to remind Tribal Members that if they see any activities related
to illegal dumping of trash or other discarded items on Tribal lands to please
contact OEH at the email or phone number listed below.
Jarrod Lloyd, OEH&E Director
jlloyd@astribe.com - (405) 214-4235
Self-Governance
A Continuing Resolution was signed
and will expire on November 17th. Hopefully the House and the Senate will come
to an agreement on the budgets. Until
then everyone is in full operation.
BIA Roads Program
On October 5th we had our bid selection meeting for the campus road maintenance. We had a total of 5 bids. The

winning bid went to Connelly Paving
Company. They will be starting maintenance work on the campus November 6th
and should be done within 45 days depending on the weather. During this time
everyone will need to use the entrance
south of the casino to access the Shawnee
Clinic and tribal offices. We appreciate
your patience during this time.
Any questions or concerns please email
me at TwylaB@astribe.com or call (405)
275-4030.
Land Management
The cooler temperatures have finally made it here. We will start delivering
wood to the elders that have made a request. Please contact Cynthia Carpenter
at (405)275-4030 Ext. 3566 or by email:
ccarpenter@astribe.com.
Weatherization
We continue to work on our list starting with the elders. The biggest problems
that we continue to face is getting glass
for windows that need to be replaced and
other materials. Thank you for being patient. If you have any questions please
reach me at (405)827-4311 or dmarshall@
astribe.com.

I would like to thank Absentee Shawnee
Police Officer, Lisa Williams, for assisting
along with Shawnee P.D. on this journey
for our safety. It was a really great experience and I look forward to participating
in years to come. We had General Council on October 14 and it was outstanding
to see all of the tribal members and hear
their concerns it was a great turn out. We
had 120 Tribal members, and 54 Employees/guests sign in. I hope our numbers
increase come spring time and I look forward to seeing all of you again.
Domestic Violence
October Is Domestic Violence Awareness month. Our ladies in that department have had a lot of events going on.
October 12th was wear Purple Day, and
October 27th motorcycle event will be at

the complex.
ICW
I have some exciting news I would like
to share with you all if you missed General
Council, We are in the process of getting a
bigger building for our ICW department.
This is something that’s been needed for
a while I’m glad we are able to move forward with this! Our children deserve this.
Upcoming events are Thanksgiving Nov.
15, December 8 Angel Tree gifts are due,
December 15 wrapping party, December
16 Christmas Party. If you need any more
information on these events, don’t hesitate to contact our ICW office 405-3954490 or ICW@astribe.com.

infrastructure, some resilient food and
energy systems so we can survive the next
20 years. We need to diversify our economies and build up our Nation instead of
being stressed out about our casinos.”
As mentioned at General Council, this
Executive Committee has done that the
last 3 years, trying to anticipate the changes coming and adapt to whatever circumstance that is being presented. Hopefully, for those members who attended this
recent meeting, they were able to see the
drastic improvement to our AST Tribal
Complex, with all the new construction.
The majority of our property is being used
and there isn’t much space left for any future growth. Since members have asked
us to operate as a business, we have been
moving forward steadfast. In discussion
with some of our Elders, I explained how
this is very similar to when our Tribe began operations back in the 70’s. Without
foresight and preparation from that generation, we would not have what we do
today. Their sacrifice has enabled us to
operate in the fashion that we do.
Before this month has concluded, I will
meet with all Directors/Coordinators and
their EC oversight to discuss budgets.
Once all the data has been compiled, Finance and I will crunch the numbers then
present a proposal back to the EC for final
approval. Since there are no new sources
of revenue, the budget will be very similar to the last few years. That being said,
there was a question about purchasing
insurance for all Tribal members. In my
reply, I suggested the approximate estimate of the annual cost to be at or near
$9.2 million and more questions needed
to be answered before full consideration.
To correct part of this issue, I have suggested we look at franchise opportunities to be located at Tecumseh Square. A
short list is being comprised to determine
what would be the best options available
for our community and how best to move

forward. Besides taking advantage of the
growing economy, it also gives our employees and local members better dining
possibilities and potential jobs.
Part of the conversation touched on Energy. Over the last couple of months, I’ve
been on conference calls and attended a
Summit in Tulsa. With all the new funding being provided by the U.S. Government to enhance Tribal atmosphere, we
would be foolish not to take part in these
meetings and see how it could benefit our
Tribe. Earlier this summer, I brought a
contractor around to all our entities to
compile data for completion of a feasibility study for solar and/or wind power.
This report should be coming due at any
point and provide data to show the associated costs for possible conversion and
the potential savings for our Tribe.
As your Treasurer, I promised to find
ways to save money, expand services, and
stretch our dollars, to get the best bang
for our buck. As Chief Malerba, Secretary for the Department of the Treasury
said in April at the Spring NAFOA Conference, “the Absentee Shawnee Tribe has
been creative and innovative in handling
their CARES funds. We are excited to see
what they do next.” Though some of our
folks don’t agree with the process, I am
beyond ecstatic for our little Tribe to be
noticed by the Chief Executive out of the
almost 580 tribal nations.
I hope many were able to attend and
participate in Fall Bread Dance ceremonies. For those who did not, please try
to visit the next one. Many of us come
back refreshed, with regained purpose,
ready to tackle any obstacles. It is what
makes us Shawnee. As I close, I also want
to send a special shout-out to our Veterans. We appreciate your sacrifice and say
“Thank You!” for your service.

Respectfully,
Lt. Governor DeLodge

Ne yi wa
Secretary McGirt

SECRETARY
Misty McGirt

TREASURER’S REPORT

Joseph Blanchard, AST Treasurer

TREASURER
Joseph Blanchard

REPRESENTATIVE
DeWayne Wilson

Hello and Good Morning to our AST
Tribal Members and Friends!
As I begin this month’s report, first, let
me say I hope all is well with you and your
families. My office and staff express our
condolences for those who have lost loved
ones recently. Additionally, I’ve heard
from a few of you to express well-wishes in my recovery. It was pointed out I’ve
missed a deadline or two. As much as I
remind folks to take care of themselves,
I’ve been remiss in handling my own personal needs. Though this year has had its
share of setbacks, the majority of us get
back up when we’re knocked down. It is
abnormal for me to see the doctor, have
to go to the ER, or see Same Day and
PlusCare. What I will say is how much I
appreciate our staff within the Health System, their professionalism and expediency with getting me in and diagnosing the
problem; or referring me on to Specialty.
At the time of this writing, the EC
has just completed the Monthly Meeting. Though there were only a handful
of resolutions, there is one that is vitally
important, ICW. Utilizing some of our
remaining ARPA funds, the Committee
unanimously agreed to purchase a location, increasing office space and square
footage. Every meeting, every discussion,
someone wants to be negative or make
derogatory comments. Let me be the
first to say, there is no underlying tone,
no political agenda or any other innuendo as suggested or proposed by membership. As these funds are set to diminish
in the next year, we have to make decisions on how best to expend the money.
In review of snapshots sent to me, there
was one comment that stuck out. Here
is the paraphrase, “How about we make
some systemic change by building real

Happy Thanksgiving!
Joseph H. Blanchard

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REPRESENTATIVE’S REPORT

DeWayne Wilson, AST Representative

Hello Tribal Members,
Again I want to apologies for missing
General Council. We had a very busy
week in Ohio. I want to give a few highlights of the 8TH Annual Tribal Nations
Conference in Columbus, Ohio. One, my
meeting and visit with the Governor of
Ohio, Mike DeWine, next, touring the
construction of the newly Great Council
State Park in Old Town, Ohio and finally,
attending the Hopewell Cultural National Historic Park Commemoration Ceremony in Chillicothe, Ohio. However, the
thing that impressed me the most is the
positive attitude and cultural sensitivity,
the State of Ohio agencies (especially the
Governor Office) and private organizations have toward our Tribe and other
tribes during this conference. I want to
say “Thank You” the Ohio History Connection for hosting this annual conference.
102-477 Program: The AST 477 Program has been in effect for 10 months
now and has had a lot of growth within the administration and organization.
The 477 Program application is available
on the Tribe`s website as well as an PDF
online application process. Remember,
you can also come into the 477 Dept.
(Building 1) on the complex to make an
application. Currently, we have approximately 185 AST 477 participants. We are
continuously trying to provide education, employment and training opportunities for our participants. We are working with various departments within the

tribe to better coordinate our services
and provide a holistic approach to participant’s self-sufficiency. Our goal is to assist participants reach their family goals,
intellectual goals and individual goals in
order for them to be self-sufficient. In the
near future, we hope to work with outside
entities to provide a wider range of opportunities for our participants.
CCDF Program: In September, the
Child Care Assist (CCA) staff hosted a
new curriculum training “Teaching Strategies” for our employees at both tribally
operated centers. In October, the Indian
Child Welfare (ICW) department toured
our facility. ICW Staff met with the Afterschool Program staff to inform them of
how ICW functions and to broaden the
tutors understanding of the ICW program. In December, the CCA plans to
participate in the Zombie Fun Run events
(Trunk or Treat).
Education Department: In September, AST Education Department partnered with the Sac and Fox Nation for
the State Tribal Education Partnership
(STEP) Grant. The Tribal Education Departments National Assembly (TEDNA)
couldn’t apply for the grant so the Sac and
Fox Nation will be the grantee. Under this
partnership/ agreement, TEDNA provides a project director. Under the STEP
grant, the Education Department plans
to partner with Tecumseh and Little Axe
Schools in the near future. There`s no direct money/services for students, this is a
capacity building grant for Tribal Education Departments. We will meet via “Go
To” meetings each week. In mid- October, the Education Department staff will
be attending the National Indian Educa-

tion Association Annual Convention and
Trade Show in Albuquerque, NM.
Workforce Program: Busy as usual,
the HVAC interns continue their training. The HVAC Program will be advertising Heater/ Furnace systems check
for this coming winter. If you want/
need your Heater/ Furnace system check
please contact Diane at ext. 3504. Elders
will be given preference.
Cultural Preservation: In September,
Ms. Devon Frazier-Smith and Ms. Carol Butler attended a consultation hosted by TX DOT (Texas Department of
Transportation) in Austin, Texas. At the
consultation, Ms. Frazier- Smith and I
were able to talk to the Texas Historical
Commission, which is also Texas’s State
Historical Preservation Office. We had
several conversations in which we expressed our desire to utilize the commission’s partnerships to strengthen our own
AST History in Texas. Also, the Cultural
Preservation/Historic Preservation Staff
will be joining Phase 2 of TX Dot’s Tribal
Histories Project. Also, Mr. Scott Miller,
Ms. Carol Butler and I, attended the 2nd
Annual Algonquian Language and Cultural Convention. The convention was
well received. Ms. Carol Butler and Mr.
Scott Miller sat on the panel titled ‘Barriers to Maintaining Culture’. At this event,
the AST Cultural Preservation Department hosted a stomp dance demonstration in the morning, and a tribal member,
Renea Williams, taught two beaded collar
workshops.
Gaming Commission: In late September, the Gaming Commission recently
attended online trainings with NIGC
regarding updated regulations for Key

Employees and Primary Management
Officials, Background Investigations and
Licensing. The purpose of this training
is to review changes to the regulations,
examine new definitions and understand
their implications, and to enhance Tribal gaming background and licensing.
These online trainings are important for
the Gaming Commission. This helps the
tribe to stay up to date with day to day
job duties and to make necessary changes
to our rules and regulations. In October,
the Gaming Commission has approved
the renewal of a three year facility license
for the Thunderbird Entertainment Inc.
(Shawnee Location). Also in Oct., NIGC
has conducted their annual site visit and
we did very well. ASTGC will receive a
final report in a few weeks. As the gaming
world advances or modernizes, so do the
rules and regulations.
Youth Camp: Our patience and perseverance finally paid off. The softball
field construction and other projects are
finally completed. We are in the process
of getting bids for lighting for the softball
field, basketball and tennis courts and
for the dining hall parking lot and playground area.
If you have any questions or concerns
about the programs mentioned in this
news article, feel free to contact my office
at (405) 275-4030 Ext. 6239 or by email:
dewayne.wilson@astribe.com. Again, it is
my pleasure to be your Tribal Representative.
Ne yi wa! Si wi n’wi ke Ni ti mo wi ke!
(Thank you! Shawnee’s help everyone!)
DeWayne Wilson
Tribal Representative

Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks Celebration Reception

Absentee Shawnee Tribal Representative DeWayne Wilson and members of AST Cultural Preservation recently met with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine. The group attended
a reception at his residence on October 11. They presented him with a blanket and First Lady Fran DeWine with a shawl.
The reception was held to celebrate the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks as a World Heritage site. While in Ohio, they also attended the 8th Annual Tribal Nations
Conference sponsored by Ohio History Connection and Ohio Department of Transportation in Columbus, OH.

Cultural Preservation Department
P’sa k’fe we Ke s’fwa
Deer Month (November)

This month we are trying something new that will hopefully help everyone hear and pronounce the phrases below.
At the bottom of the page is a QR code that can be scanned to download the audio for this month. We hope
everyone finds this useful in learning to speak Shawnee. Ne yi wa!

Ho ne we ki ni – Hello my friend
Ne ho wa se la p’wi ya no li – Happy to see you
Hi ke ho wa se li si mi mo – How are you doing?
Ta pe – good enough
Ti ne wa ke si hi – Where are you going?
Ho ta wa na ke ne si hi – I’m going to town.
Ho wa he ne – ok
Hi ke mi ta we fa ne – Are you hungry?
Ho ge ni ne ma ge we fa ne – I just ate.
Hi ke si wi nwi to wa – Do you speak Shawnee?
Te ki we he ne ki ko gi ya – I speak a little of our language
Ho wa si! – That’s good
S’ki ti no ke ka ni k s’ko la – I hope to see you again.
i hi – yes
Si li no ke ka no la – see you later

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FROM THE ELECTION COMMISSION:
The Filing Period for Elective Office in 2024.
A tribal member may file for office, January 1 to January 10 (excluding weekends and holidays). Hours to file are 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Potential candidates please consult the Election Ordinance for the procedures and qualifications when running for elective office.
The following positions will be open for the Elections to be held in 2024:
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Position Filing Fees
Lt. Governor
$800.00
Tribal Treasurer
$800.00
Tribal Representative
$800.00

Term
4 Year Term
4 Year Term
4 Year Term

ELECTION COMMISSION
Position Filing Fees
Deputy Commissioner
$300.00
Commissioner Member #1
$300.00

Term
3 Year Term
3 Year Term

Fee Amount includes: Alcohol test, drug test, MVR, OSBI, FBI plus certified postage fee, ballot printing (twice), Absentee Ballot/correspondence postage.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A) An enrolled member of the tribe.
B) An eligible voter for purposes of voting in tribal elections.
C) Must be twenty-one (21) years of age on the date of the election for which he/she desires to be a candidate.
D) Physically reside within the following Counties: Cleveland, Pottawatomie, Oklahoma, McClain, Garvin, Pontotoc, Seminole, Lincoln, or Okfuskee.
E) In cases where a prospective candidate has been convicted of a felony, such person shall not be eligible for consideration as a candidate until at least five (5) years have
passed following completion of the penalty for such conviction(s).
F) Not more than one (1) member of an immediate family shall be elected to the same tribal elective body except when running as a candidate for the same elective position.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (approved by Referendum June 20, 2015)
A) Must have a valid Oklahoma State Driver's License
B) Must have a negative result on a drug and alcohol test
C) Must have a high school diploma or GED

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Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma
Building Blocks C.D.C.
2025 S. Gordon Cooper Dr.
Shawnee, Ok. 74801
(405)878-0633 FAX(405)878-0156

These past few months have been busy for Building Blocks. Our staff
participated in 2 day curriculum training on September 29th & 30th for
use of Teaching Strategies with Lesson Plans and Assessments. We
officially became a 5 Star Center on October 1st & we had Cake to
Celebrate. Also, 9 of our staff went to Training on Saturday, October
14th for Sensory Processing Needs and Challenging Behaviors.

ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE
OF OKLAHOMA
BUILDING BLOCKS III C.D.C
16051 Little Axe Dr Norman, OK 73026
Phone: (405) 360-2710; Fax: (405) 360-2726

In the Classroom
Food, family, & Football!
That’s all the best parts
about Thanksgiving, right?
This month our littles are
learning about everything fall,
Thanksgiving, and possibly
Pumpkin Spiced Lattes.

Activities
We are excited for the holiday season. Building Blocks will be closed
November 10th for Veteran’s Day. Also, we will be closed Thursday,
November 23rd & Friday, November 24th for Thanksgiving. We wish
everyone a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving.

We will be having our
Thanksgiving
meal
on
Wednesday
November
15,
2023 @ 11 am. Parents be
sure to let us know if you are
planning to eat with your child
by Thursday November 9th.

At the Center
Please be on the lookout for
center closures. We usually have
them posted up to two weeks in
advance! Please enjoy our photos
from Orr Family Farm last
month!

We are hiring! If you are
interested in working in childcare,
please visit the center or
www.astribe.com/employment
Director: Skye Foreman
Asst, Director: Renee Richardson

Reminder
November 10th- Closed for
Veterans’ Day
November 13th- Happy Birthday, Ms.
Victoria!

November 20th- Happy Birthday, Ms.
Kayla!
November 22nd-24th- Closed for
Thanksgiving Break
November 24th- Happy Birthday,
Mrs. Denica!

We are currently hiring staff, if you are interested in applying visit
https://www.astribe.com/employment for applications and to see
what positions are available.
Building Blocks is accepting waiting list applications for all of our ages;
6 weeks through Pre-K/4 Year Olds. If you are interested in getting
your child on our waiting list please call and we can email you a
waiting list application or you may stop by to fill one out.
Have a wonderful November!

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Mike McGonigal
Happy Birthday my
love, 52 and many many
more to come. Everyday
with you is alwaysan
Adventure!!
Love You -Jackie
McGonigal

Absentee
Absentee Shawnee
Shawnee Tribe's
Tribe's Domestic
Domestic Violence
Violence Department
Department

We help with:
Our mission is to:
Domestic Violence
Eliminate violence in
Sexual Assault
Native Country and to
Dating Violence
strengthen
Stalking
Native families to end the
Sex Trafficking
cycle of violence.
Our services are confidential and include:
Safety Planning
Emergency Assistance
Court Advocacy
Shelter Placement Assistance
Referrals

Must be intimate partner
related violence and the
victim must be fleeing the
home/situation

Who we serve:

Where we serve:

Natives and non-Natives
LGBTQ2S+
Any Religion
Any income level
EVERYONE

Because we are federally funded
we get to serve all populations
within our *service area, which
includes Cleveland, Oklahoma and
Pottawatomie counties.

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

Contact Us:

Office Line 405.273.2888
Fax 405.273.1192
Webpage https://www.astribe.com/domestic-violence
Link to intake https://www.astribe.com/forms/victim-intake
@ASTRisingWarrior
For emergencies call 911 or AST PD @ 405.275.3200
This project was supported byGrant No. 2015-TW-AX-0016 awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations
expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women.

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Fall Revival

Thanksgiving Service

Pastor: Victor Cope

& Thanksgiving Dinner

Music Leaders: Donna Bear and Joshua Bear

When: Sunday, November 19th
11:00am

When: November 3rd & 4th at 7pm and 5th at 11am
Dinner will follow service.

Where: Tecumseh High School Alumni Building
901 North 13th Street
Tecumseh, OK 74873

Where: Karis Ministries Indian Baptist Church
219 East Jefferson

Hosted by: Karis Ministries Indian Baptist Church

Tecumseh, OK 74873
For any questions please contact Kevin and Carly Fox at 405-380-2105

PUBLIC NOTICE TO THE AST COMMUNITY
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe has limited supply of firewood to provide to Elders 55 and up in the
community. The firewood assistance is available for elders in dire need of this resource to keep warm
and healthy during the winter months.
Please call Cynthia Carpenter (405)275-4030 Ext. 3566 or email ccarpenter@astribe.com. We will have a
short application to fill out for first time elders. For elders that received wood last year, please call and
update. Priority will be given to the elderly members that have limited means to get firewood during this
time.

WE WILL NOT DELIVER WOOD DURING BAD WEATHER.

LEGAL NOTICE

LEGAL NOTICE

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P H O N E D I R E C T O RY - D I R E C T N U M B E R S
O F F I C E O F T H E T R I B A L S EC R E TA RY

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

AST Complex – (405) 275-4030

Toll Free - 800-256-3341

All Nations Bank…………………………………………(405) 273-0202
Brendle Corner…......……………………………………(405) 447-3372
Building Blocks….........…………………………………(405) 878-0633
Building Blocks III LA….....……………………………(405) 360-2710
Court………………………......…………………………(405) 481-8575
Domestic Violence…………….....………………………(405) 273-2888
Enrollment……………………….....……………………(405) 481-8650
Food Pantry………………………...……………………(405) 481-8640
Gaming Commission………………....…………(405) 360-9270 x1110
Housing Authority………………………………………(405) 275-1050
Human Resources……………………….....……………(405) 275-1468
ICW………………………………………………………(405) 395-4490
Media………………………….…………………………(405) 598-1279
OEH/OEP…………………….…………….…….………(405) 214-4235
Police…………………………………………(405) 275-3200/275-3432
Social Services…………….…………………….…….…(405) 878-4723
Tax Commission…….……………….……………….…(405) 481-8600
Thunderbird Casino Norman…….……….……………(405) 360-9270
Thunderbird Casino Shawnee…………….….…………(405) 273-2679
Tribal Store Little Axe……………………………………(405) 364-0668

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe will be closed
Friday, November 10 - Veterans Day
Thursday & Friday, November 23 & 24 - Thanksgiving

DECEMBER 16th, 2023

CONCHO ERC, CONCHO, OK
Gourd Dance @2p Supper Break @5p Dance to Follow

HEAD STAFF
MC: Burl Buffalomeat
HS: Roger Davis
HMD: Bobby James
HLD: TheresaLynn Kiley
HBD: Kurt Blackwolf
HLG: Leona Goodblanket
Honored Elder: Merle Big Medicine Lopez
Honored Veteran: Jesse Hamilton
Co-Host: StarHawk Society and Women’s
Auxiliary
AD: Marshal Williamson
TINY TOT CONTEST (ages 0-6)
BOYS WINNER TAKE ALL
GIRLS WINNER TAKE ALL
$50+Scooter
$50+ Scooter
2 Consolations
2 Consolations
For More Information, Please Contact Shelby White Thunder via Facebook Messenger
or Sandra White Thunder 405-287-9222
Sponsors are NOT responsible for ANY thefts or accidents. DRUGS AND ALCOHOL ARE
ABSOLUTELY PROHIBITED!

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Section B

ASTHS November 2023 Monthly Update
November is Honor a Caregiver Support Month
National Family Caregivers Month is an annual observance dedicated to recognizing and honoring the selfless individuals who
provide essential care and support to their loved ones who are ill, disabled, or elderly. This month-long campaign seeks to raise
awareness about the challenges faced by family caregivers, celebrate their dedication, and provide resources and support to help
them in their caregiving roles. National Family Caregivers Month also encourages communities and organizations to get involved and assist caregivers in
various ways.
National Family Caregivers Month is a month-long campaign that shines a spotlight on the crucial role of family caregivers in our society. It acknowledges
the physical, emotional, and financial sacrifices made by caregivers who provide care to family members with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or age-related
conditions.
How to Get Involved with National Family Caregivers Month 2023?
There are several ways to get involved and show your support for family caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month:
•

Express Your Gratitude: Take the time to thank family caregivers you know for their dedication and selflessness.

•

Offer Assistance: If you have a friend or family member who is a caregiver, offer to help with tasks such as grocery shopping, cooking, or providing
respite care.

•

Join Support Groups: Connect with local or online caregiver support groups to share experiences and gain valuable insights.

•

Advocate for Caregiver Rights: Support policies and initiatives that benefit family caregivers, such as paid family leave and caregiver tax credits.

•

Donate to Caregiver Organizations: Consider making a donation to organizations that provide resources and support to family caregivers.

History of National Family Caregivers Month
National Family Caregivers Month was established to recognize the significant contributions of family caregivers and to raise awareness about the challenges they face. It was officially proclaimed in 1997 by President Bill Clinton as a time to honor and support caregivers across the country.
Since then, National Family Caregivers Month has grown into a nationwide initiative that promotes caregiver well-being, offers valuable resources, and
advocates for caregiver-friendly policies.
Caregiver Program – Support When You Need It Most
The Native American Caregiver Support Program provides assistance to non-paid family members caring for elders (55 and older) and to grandparents
raising grandchildren such as:
•
•
•
•
•

Information about available services
Assistance gaining access to available services
Individual counseling and organization of support groups to assist in the caregiver role
Respite care to enable caregivers to be temporarily relieved from their caregiving responsibilities
Limited supplemental services to complement care provided by caregivers

Caregiver Program – Elder Care
•
•
•
•

Primary caregiver must be an adult family member providing unpaid in-home and/or community care for an individual 55 years or older, or an
individual with Alzheimer’s disease or related disorder with neurological and organic brain dysfunction
Caregiver or Care recipient must be 55 years or older and Native American
Caregiver or Care Recipient must live in Pottawatomie, Lincoln, Oklahoma, or Cleveland county (respite provider is able to live anywhere)
Respite provider must live outside of care recipient’s home

Caregiver Program – Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
•
•
•
•
•

Adult must be 55 years or older
Adult must be related to child by blood, marriage, or adoption
Adult must have a legal relationship with the child (as stated above, or court documents establishing adult as legal guardian)
The child must live in the same household as the primary caregiver, which must be located in Pottawatomie, Lincoln, Oklahoma, or Cleveland county.
Respite provider must live outside of care recipient’s home

All available services are subject to grant funding. The Native American Caregiver Support Program is funded by Title-VI Part C through the Administration on Aging/Administration for Community Living.
For more information about the Caregiver program, contact Beverly Felton, MSN, RN, Public Health Director for the ASTHS Public Health Department
at 405-701-7190 or bfelton@astribe.com.
References: https://www.asthealth.org/caregiver-program & https://www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-days-calendar/national-family-caregivers-month-2023/

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Little Axe Health Clinic
•
•
•

Construction continues on the Pharmacy expansion. All of the exterior framing has been completed and the “tie-in” to the main clinic has begun.
The expected completion date (ECD) is now January.
Construction of new Primary Care, Dental, and Behavioral Health is nearing completion! Dental will be moving into their new space Oct 17-18,
Behavioral Health will be moving Oct 19-20 and Primary Care is scheduled for Nov 1.
Remodel of the current Primary Care will begin in October. This will be the new location of the Specialty Clinic and PlusCare and the final phase
of the expansion project! ECD: April 2024

Shawnee Health Clinic
COMING SOON! — NEW SHAWNEE HEALTH CLINIC!
39665 Benson Park Road, Shawnee, OK 74801 (adjacent to Tecumseh Lake)
The feasibility study has been completed. ASTHS announced a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking an Architect and Engineering firm. All proposals shall
be opened on Oct 15th.
October 2023 Health Employee Awards of the Month
Employee of the Month: Dr. Siavash Nael
Team of the Month: Dental
Special Leadership Award: Sianna Morgheim, Lead Patient Registration Clerk
Chris A. Larkin, MBA, FACHE, CHC
Executive Director

November 2023

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PACT ACT & VIETNAM, COLD WAR ERA VETERANS
VIETNAM

The PACT Act, signed into law August 10, 2022, expands
health care and benefits for Vietnam era Veterans.

PACT Act Health Care Eligibility

Veterans who served in these countries during specific
time periods are eligible to enroll in VA health care
effective August 10, 2022.

Republic of Vietnam
January 9, 1962 - May 7, 1975

Thailand
Any U.S. or Royal Thai base
January 9, 1962 - June 30, 1976

Guam or American Samoa
(or in their territorial waters)
January 9, 1962 - July 31, 1980

Laos
December 1, 1965 September 30, 1969

Cambodia
at Mimot or Krek,
Kampong Cham Province
April 16, 1969 - April 30, 1969

Johnston Atoll
(or on a ship that called there)
January 1, 1972 - September 30, 1977

The law expands health care and benefits for
Veterans who participated in certain nuclear
response or cleanup activities:
Enewetak Atoll

January 1, 1977 December 31, 1980

Palomares, Spain

January 17, 1966 March 31, 1967

Thule, Greenland

January 21, 1968 September 25, 1968

Toxic Exposure Screenings

As a general matter, there are several types of
possible exposures or hazards Veterans may
have experienced during their military
service, including:
Air Pollutants
Chemicals

Radiation
Warfare Agents

Occupational
Hazards

WERE YOU EXPOSED TO
BURN PITS, HERBICIDES,
OR OTHER TOXINS
WHILE IN THE
MILITARY?

exposure screenings. Every Veteran enrolled for VA health care will
receive an initial toxic exposure screening and a follow-up screening
at least every five years. Eligible Veterans who have not enrolled will
have an opportunity to enroll and receive the screening.

PACT Act Benefits
The PACT Acts adds two new
Agent Orange presumptive conditions:
Monoclonal gammopathy of
undetermined significance (MGUS)
High blood pressure (hypertension)

4 EASY WAYS TO GET STARTED WITH CLAIMS

Apply online at
VA.gov/health-care/apply/
application/introduction

Call the toll-free hotline
877-222-8387 Mon – Fri,
8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET

Learn more at
VA.gov/disability/
how-to-file-claim/

Visit a VBA Regional Office
VA.gov/benefits/
offices.asp

Mail a completed, signed
Application for Health Benefits
VA Form 10-10EZ

Bring a completed, signed VA
Form 10-10EZ to the nearest VA
Medical Center or clinic.

Call the Benefits hotline
(for specific questions)
at 1-800-827-1000

Work with an accredited VSO
VA.gov/ogc/apps/
accreditation/index.asp

U.S. Department
of Veterans Affairs

POST - 9/11

ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022: VA will begin incorporating toxic

Family members or dependents of a deceased Veteran may qualify for various VA benefits due to the additional disabilities defined in the
PACT Act if they meet eligibility requirements. More information for survivors is available online at VA.gov/PACT.

4 EASY WAYS TO APPLY FOR VA HEALTH CARE

GULF WAR

Learn more and sign up at VA.gov/PACT
Download the VA Health and Benefits App
Call us at 1-800-MyVA411 (1-800-698-2411)
Find a VA at VA.gov/find-locations/

You may be eligible
for VA health care
and compensation.
Learn more at VA.gov/PACT

Have questions?
Call 1-800-MyVA411
(1-800-698-2411)

November 2023

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November 2023
NOVEMBER 2023
MONDAY

TUESDAY

MONDAY
1

6

7
PORK CHOP
TOM & NOODLES
BROCCOLI

CHILI DOGS
FRITOS
ONIONS, CHEZ
GRAPES

6

8

WEDNESDAY

TAMALES
REFRIED BEANS
SPANISH RICE
CINNAMON ROLL
CHICKEN NOODLE
SOUP
CARROTS
CRACKERS/FRUIT

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

TUESDAY
2

BEEF STEW
CRACKERS
CHEZ STICKS
FLUFF

9

CEREAL
TOAST
SAUSAGE PATTIES
FRUIT

7

WEDNESDAY
3

BOILED EGG
TOAST
BACON
TAMALES

1

8

14

15
16
CHILI
DOGS
ROAST
HOT HAM & CHEZ
SPAGHETTI
PORK CHOP SANDWICH
FRITOS
CARROTS/POTATOES
W MEAT SAUCE
ROLL/COBBLER
TOM & NOODLESCHIPS
ONIONS, CHEZ
MANDARIN ORANGES GARLIC BREAD/JELL-O

17 CHICKEN NOODLE
BISCUIT
SAUSAGESOUP
GRAVY
CUTIES
CARROTS

20

21

24

27

BAKED CHICKEN
PEAS & CARROTS
ROLL

SMOKED SAUSAGE
CABBAGE
CORNBREAD
PEARS

TUNA SANDWICH
LTOP
13
CHIPS/JELL-O

GRAPES

TITLE VI CLOSED
NO DELIVERY OR
14
MEALS SERVED

23

HAPPY
THANKSGIVING

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK
ROAST
28
29
30
MASHED POT/GRAVY
CARROTS/POTATOES
CHICKEN POT PIE
BEEF TIPS & RICE
MEATLOAF
GREEN
BEANS
ROLL/COBBLER
MIXED VEGGIES
BRUSSEL SPROUTS
MASHED POT/GRAVY
BISCUIT PEACHES
ROLL
TOSSED SALAD*
FRUIT
PEACHES
JELL-O
20

21

*MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE*

BAKED CHICKEN
TUNA SANDWICH
PEAS & CARROTS
LTOP
ROLLFRIDAYS 9 AM TO 11 AM SHAWNEE
CHIPS/JELL-O
BREAKFAST SERVED
SITE

2

REFRIED BEANS
VETERANS
DAY RICE
SPANISH
OBSERVED
CINNAMON
ROLL

10

13
CHICKEN FRIED STEAK
MASHED POT/GRAVY
GREEN BEANS
PEACHES

BROCCOLI
22

THURSDAY

9

CRACKERS/FRUIT

15 THANKSGIVING
HOT HAM & CHEZ
SANDWICH
CHIPS
MANDARIN ORANGES

16

22

23

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY – THURSDAY 11 AM TO 1 PM SHAWNEE SITE
LUNCH SERVED MONDAY – THURSDAY 12 PM TO 12:30 PM AT BRENDLE CORNER

TITLE VI CLOSED
NO DELIVERY OR
MEALS SERVED

BEEF STEW
CRACKERS
CHEZ STICKS
FLUFF

CEREAL
TOAST
SAUSAGE PATT
FRUIT

SPAGHETTI
W MEAT SAUC

GARLIC BREAD/JE

HAPPY
THANKSGIVIN

BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS 10 AM TO 10:30 AT BRENDLE CORNER

27

SMOKED SAUSAGE
CABBAGE
CORNBREAD
PEARS

HEALTH BUZZ!!

28

CHICKEN POT PIE
MIXED VEGGIES
BISCUIT
FRUIT

29

BEEF TIPS & RICE
BRUSSEL SPROUTS
ROLL
PEACHES

30

MEATLOAF
MASHED POT/GR
TOSSED SALAD
JELL-O

I hope this finds everyone happy and healthy as we approach the holiday season. I look forward to time with friends and family along with time
to reflect and be thankful for all that I have been blessed with. November is usually a very busy month so make sure you reconnect or stay
*MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
connected to those around you, as it really is good for your heart and soul and your brain.

We want to recognize that November is “National American Indian Heritage Month”. Since November of 1990, it has been declared the month
LUNCH SERVED MONDAY – THURSDAY 11 AM TO 1 PM SHAWNEE SITE
to honor the rich ancestry and traditions of Native Americans.

LUNCH SERVED MONDAY – THURSDAY 12 PM TO 12:30 PM AT BRENDL

This November also marks the 40th anniversary of Ronald Regan’s 1983 declaration of November as Alzheimer’s disease Awareness Month.
Reagan is noted as saying, “The emotional, financial, and social consequences of Alzheimer’s disease are so devastating that it deserves
BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS 9 AM TO 11 AM SHAWNEE SITE
special attention.”

BREAKFAST SERVED FRIDAYS 10 AM TO 10:30 AT BRENDLE CORNER

Those living with dementia and their families are often left alone to manage outside of normal society. But staying connected with a circle of
family and friends is beneficial and a way to support both patients and their caregivers. Not only do social relationships enhance quality of life, but
a growing body of research also suggests maintaining connections with others could help prevent cognitive decline. Having a good relationship
with marital partners, adult children, siblings, and friends contributes to positive health effects. One large study, which included some 12,000
participants, suggests that when people are lonely, their risk of dementia rises by as much as 40%. Indeed, experts say, fostering social ties is
more important than ever.
Another study showed that adults that are socially connected tend to have better long-term memory. Socializing can stimulate attention and
memory and help to strengthen neural networks. Many scientists now believe that social interaction is key to maintaining good mental health
and warding off diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s. Although researchers are not certain what happens in the brain to produce the positive
effects seen among the more socially engaged, it appears clear that close relationships and large social networks have a beneficial impact on
memory and cognitive function as people age.
Researchers have also found that people who spend time with their family and friends cope with stress in healthier ways. Talking with family and
friends during stressful times is better for our physical and emotional health rather than adopting unhealthy coping mechanisms. Scientists found
that people who discussed difficult times in their lives had a lower pulse and blood pressure when they had a friend by their side.
We already knew we could feel a greater sense of wellbeing when spending time with our loved ones, but we are discovering how good our circle
of friends and family can be for our physical and cognitive health. So, in closing, I would like to suggest that we all find new ways to become
connected to our community. Attending community events is a great way to build your social connections and support. The ADPI – Seeking Hope
staff knows this is important and tries to host events that are not only educational but also provide a time of fellowship

If you or someone you know would benefit from Savvy Caregiver in Indian Country, please email me, Gayla Temple, at gtemple@astribe.com
or adpi@astribe.com, or call 405.827.8216 or 405.561.7870. You can also visit the Seeking Hope webpage. Go to the AST Health System’s
website, asthealth.org, click on “Programs and Prevention”, and click on “Seeking Hope”.
Warmest regards,
Gayla Temple
Dementia Care Specialist
Alzheimer’s Disease Program Initiative

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

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Administration
AST
HEALTH SYSTEM DIRECTORY
Business Office
Little Axe Dental
Health Information Management
LITTLE AXE HEALTH CENTER ..................................................... 405-447-0300
Lab/X.Ray
Administration
Optometry
Business Office
Patient
Benefit
Advocates
Little Axe
Dental
Primary
Care
Health Information Management
Public
Health
Lab/X.Ray
Security
Optometry
Electronic
Health
Record
Patient Benefit
Advocates
Physical
Therapy
Primary Care
Behavioral
Health .................................................................................. 405-701-7987
Public Health
Little
Axe Purchased Referred Care ........................................................ 405-701-7951
Security
Diabetes
Wellness
...............................................................................405-701-7977
Electronic&Health
Record
Pharmacy
...............................................................................................405-292-9530
Physical Therapy
CompleteCare
Home
Health...................................................................405-701-7987
405-701-7085
..................................................................................
Behavioral
Health
Transportation
........................................................................................405-701-7603
Little Axe Purchased Referred Care ........................................................ 405-701-7951
Diabetes & Wellness ...............................................................................405-701-7977
SHAWNEE
CLINIC ............................405-878-5850 OR 877-878-4702 TOLL FREE
Pharmacy ...............................................................................................405-292-9530
Administration
CompleteCare Home Health................................................................... 405-701-7085
Business
Office........................................................................................405-701-7603
Transportation
Health Information Management
Lab/X-Ray
SHAWNEE CLINIC ............................405-878-5850 OR 877-878-4702 TOLL FREE
Patient
Benefit Advocates
Administration
Contract
Health
Business Office
Physical
Therapy Management
Health Information
Primary
Care
Lab/X-Ray
Public
PatientHealth
Benefit Advocates
Behavioral
Health ................................................................................... 405-878-4716
Contract Health
Diabetes
&
Wellness ...............................................................................405-701-7977
Physical Therapy
Pharmacy
........................................................ 405-878-5859 OR 866-742-4977TOLL FREE
Primary
Care
Transportation
Public Health ........................................................................................405-701-7603

AST HEALTH SYSTEM DIRECTORY

Behavioral Health ................................................................................... 405-878-4716
Diabetes & Wellness ...............................................................................405-701-7977
Pharmacy ........................................................ 405-878-5859 OR 866-742-4977TOLL FREE
GENERAL
Transportation........................................................................................405-701-7603
AST Resource Center..............................................................................405-364-7298
Corporate
Compliance Hotline............................................................... 405-701-7135
PLUSCARE ............................................................................................... 405-447-0477
Patient Advocate .................................................................................... 405-701-7623
AST Tribal Complex ...............................................................................405-275-4030
GENERAL
AST
Police
....................................................................................
405-275-3200
AST Tribal
Resource
Center
..............................................................................405-364-7298
AST
Housing
..........................................................................................405-273-1050
Corporate Compliance Hotline............................................................... 405-701-7135
COVIDAdvocate
Hotline ........................................................................................405-695-1787
Patient
.................................................................................... 405-701-7623
AST Tribal Complex ...............................................................................405-275-4030
AST Tribal Police .................................................................................... 405-275-3200
AST Housing ..........................................................................................405-273-1050
Worried about losing your
SoonerCare
Coverage?
COVID
Hotline ........................................................................................405-695-1787
PLUSCARE ............................................................................................... 405-447-0477

Two ways to renew
UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION

CHECK YOUR MAIL

Update your contact information
ie: mailing address, email and
phone number.

Take action quickly to avoid any
disruption in your coverage.

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Online at
mysoonercare.org

Respond to the
request for
information

Contact a Patient
Benefit Advocate

Bring the letter to
a Patient Benefit
Advocate

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to tribal members comes from
other payment sources outside
of tribal funding?

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specialized health care services?

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care to more people?

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Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/documents/tribal%3Aabsentee%3Ae6a352ae3b71b180. Public record. Not legal advice.