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About Smoke signals. (Grand Ronde, Or.) 19??-current | View Entire Issue (Jan. 1, 1995)
January 1995 Page 6 uman Services plans activities for '95 Submitted by Rebecca Crocker Smoke Signals Health and Human Services H "1 - n Cheryle Kennedy, HHS Division Manager The Human Services Division had many successes during 1994 and looks forward to this forthcoming year to continually improve our delivery system and the wellness of our community and tribal families. It's the goal of the Human Services Division to keep the tribal membership informed of the various activities occurring within the division. Some of the activities include: Self-governance: The Self Governance Team has successfully concluded the negotiations and now we're working, at full speed to plan for future construction of the Health and Wellness Center. Plans to expand health care services include a pharmacy and a laboratory. By incorporating these two services, it is estimated that the Tribe will reduce its costs while increasing the quality of care to tribal members. Community Health Survey: The Division mailed out Community Health Surveys into Willamina, Sheridan, and Grand Ronde to be responded by non-tribal members. The survey information will be used to determine if the non-tribal community is interested in utilizing the new Health and Wellness Clinic. Vocational Rehabilitation Services: The Division announces that the Tribe has tentatively been notified that we will be able to offer vocational rehabilitation services to tribal members within the six county service area. It is anticipated that this program will begin the first quarter of 1995. Announcements will be sent to all tribal members when it becomes operational. It is anticipated that the Tribe will be working in conjunction with the state to provide these services to disabled Native Americans. For more information contact Rebecca Crocker, HSD Administrative Assistant at extension 2003. Dentist: The division has been conducting interviews forthe dentist position and hopes to finalize the selection by February. Currently, we have Dr. Dexter, a Klamath tribal member, here on a temporary part-time basis. The hygienist services provided by Linda Mann are on-going. During this interim the dental office requests that clients call to schedule all appointments. Clinic Component Coordinator: Dr. Glen Gerritz, Clinic Director Physician, has been named Clinic Component Coordinator, replacing Donna Brenneman, FNP. We welcome Dr. Gerritz to the management team of HSD and the DentalMedical Component. Family and Children Services Caseworker: Bonnie Malek, formally an adult outpatient counselor for the Tribe has been selectedasthe Family and Children Services Caseworker. She was with Chemical Dependency forovertwo years. Adult Out-patient Counselor: This is a vacant position in Chem ical Dependency. Personnel has released the ad for this position. General AssistanceTWEP: The General Assistance and Tribal Work Experience Program is now in full swing. The program's contact person is Doug Colton, at 879-2034. AFSJOBS Program: The JOBS Program announces that it has expanded its services to include assisting the General Assistance TWEP clients. HSD ANNUAL PLANS Human Services began its annual planning in October. It reached its conclusion in December. Mr. Morrey Jimminez assisted the components in completing guide and draft plans that include mission statements and forecast activities for 1995. The Clinic (Medical and Dental) component's mission statement reads: "The Clinic Component of the Human Services Division will strive to provide consistent quality care in an impartial and non-threatening approach. We will incorporate accuracy and equality in providing cszr-" --aai CM Dr. Glen Gerritz these services and strive for excellence in our work environment. We will use our skills to provide prevention-focused information and outreach programs to our client community." Outreach plans for 1995 include: WIC immunization, Women Together Support Group, assisting in Pow-wow, Mother's Day, Youth Fair, Tiny Tots, Molar Roller, the Great American Smoke-Out, Elder Clinics, Summer Camp, Senior Smile Week, Sit-to-be-fit, special 'clinics and Dental Sealant Program. For information about these programs you can call Sarah Henny at 879-2002, or Lydia Mathena at 879-2020. Counseling (Mental Health, Tribal Family Action, Chemical Dependency) Component mission statement reads: "The Counseling Component staff are committed in partnership with the Grand Ronde Tribe and other Native people to achieve and maintain balance in mind, body, and spirit by empowering individuals, families, and community to fulfill theirpotential." Outreach 'activities planned for 1995 include Spiritual Encampment, Aftercare retreat, client and family Christmas party, Tree of Giving, Safety class, Blue Ribbon Campaign, Men's Outreach Theron Ruiz,CounselingComponent Coordinator Aftercare Retreat, Women's Aftercare Retreat, JOBS Fair, Talking Circles, drumming and dancing, Teen Theater, Helping Elders, Tax Workshop, and community workshops on chemical dependency, communication, and intimacy. For information about these activities call the tribal offices and ask for Sheila Elliott, Bryan Langley, or Vivian DeMary. Wellness (Community Health Representatives and Prevention) composed a mission statement that reads: "The Wellness Component will promote healthy life-styles for tribal members and other Native American people so they can enjoy the best life possible." Their activities for 1995 are: monthly skating parties, elder's meetings, diabetic support groups, blood pressure monitoring, YouthFamily New Year's Dance, Valentine Dance, Easter Egg Hunt, Mr. Yuck, & Bonnie Martin-Tom, Wellness Component Coordinator Graduation Pow-wow, Fun Run Walk, softball tournament, volleyball tournament, mini graduation, Halloween pumpkin carving, Baby Fair, health month, AIDS awareness. For more information contact Tracy Biery, or Jill Jeffers. Support Services' (Contract Health, Billing, Clerical) mission statement reads: "Support Services staff wi ll strive to provide proficient clerical support services and smooth office operations to the Human Serv ices staff and cl ients. " Their activities include food baskets, CHS community education, Baby Fair, Blue Ribbon Camp, and assisting with other component activities. For information, contact Teri Holsclaw at 879-2008. . I f : x Teri Holsclaw, Support Services Coordinator Human Services staff can be reached by callingthe clinic; 1 -800-775-0095 or 879-2002. The main tribal number is 1-800-422-0232, or 879 5211. Teri Holsclaw Mary Brickell Kathy Colcy Denise Haskins Jerry Brandon Sarah Henny Lydia Mathena Vivian DeMary Peggy Biery Barbara Steere Jackie Provost Pam Warren Yvonne Hoopingarner Duane Manyhides Tracy Biery Vernon Kennedy Jill Jeffers -Shelly Kent Elaine Smith Sheri Jewell Crystal Thomas Tammy Garrison Theron Ruiz Sheila Elliott Darrel Kipp Mychal Childers Doug Colton Carmen Mercier Randy Butler Bonnie Malek Cindy Canty Karen Williams Tomoko Gersch Bryan Langley Dr. Glen Gerritz Donna Brenneman Darleee Aaron Pam Wilson Linda Mann Myra Bielby Cheryle Kennedy Rebecca Crocker Mary Alice Duran
