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14 Smoke Signals Harrison Speaks on Elders' Issues in Nation's Capitol By Brent Merrill Grand Ronde Tribal Chair Kath ryn Harrison was recently honored by the Department of Health and Human Services Administration on Aging by being one of only four Tribal leaders in the nation asked to speak on Elders' issues at a special "Listening Session." Despite an extremely busy sched ule and short notice, Harrison made time to go because of the importance of caring for our Elders. Grand Ronde Tribal Chair Kathryn Har rison C'eft), Jeanette Takumura of the Department of Health and Human Ser vices' Administration on Aging and Wellness Coordinator Bonnie Tom pic tured at the Listening Session in Wash ington D.C. Harrison spoke to those in attendance about the importance of Elder care within the Grand Ronde Tribal Community. "It was an honor," said Harrison. "I had a chance to tell what we have done for our Elders here in Grand Ronde. We met for a day and a half and talked about Elders' issues the main issue being Elder abuse and how to approach that delicate subject." Harrison said the event showcased 10 outstanding Elders' programs throughout the nation and displays were set up to further explain each program's efforts. "Discussion were held and presenta tions were made and then we came up with ideas and gave some recommenda tions to the Council on Aging," said Har rison. Tribal Health and Wellness Coordina tor Bonnie Tom ac companied Harrison on the trip to Wash ington D.C. and said it was an im portant event. "It was important for us to be in volved as a Tribe because of our pro grams that we have for the Elders," said Tom. "We have the USDA pro gram and Title VI grant which funds the senior meal site, but it also ef fects all of our services for Elders." Senior Citizens: Be Aware of Scam A warning was posted by the Sheridan's Senior Mealsite officials that Elders should beware of a scam that deals with Meals on Wheels cli ents and others. Meals on Wheels Mealsite Coordi nator Sally Sayre warns that the mealsite does not send people out to collect money, nor solicit donations over the phone. Donations are excepted. Seniors should make the payments to the person who delivers the meals or send a check to the Senior Mealsite, 125 N. Bridge St., Sheridan, OR 97378. Sayre said there are also reports that scam artists are asking for do nations of cash over the phone as well as seeking money door to door. Any person who is visited by scam artists should immediately call 9-1-1 with a description. Be wary of callers who want to send someone over to pick up your contri bution. Tell them you want to use U.S. mail, don't give cash and write a check made payable to the charity. Grand Ronde Health & Wellness Center Medications which have been reported as stolen, will NOT be refilled except as follows: 1. The prescription may be refilled on the next regular refill date or; 2. A partial fill may be dispensed upon the presentation of a prescription from the patient's provider for the amount of medication left in the original fill and documentation showing that a police report has been filed. The patient is responsible for the cost of the partial fill. Medications which have been reported as lost, will NOT be refilled except as follows: 1. The prescription may be refilled on the next regular refill date or; 2. A replacement supply may be dispensed to the patient if the patient pays the entire cost of the replacement. Notwithstanding the above, under no circumstance will a replacement supply be given for lost narcotics (e.g., Darvocet. Soma. Vlcodin, Oxycontin, etc.). The patient will need to wait until the next regular date to refill a prescription for lost narcotics. In addition to the above and in order to comply with various insurance carrier requirements, it is the policy of this clinic to dispense medications in a thirty days supply (if applicable). We are also unable to distribute refills on maintenance medications earlier than 7 days in advance of the refill date. Refills for narcotic prescriptions will not be given earlier than 3 days in advance of the refill date. Adopted by the Health Authority Board on September 27, 2000. Nominate Your Family Doctor The Oregon Academy of Family Physicians has asked Chambers of Commerce in Oregon cities to help it identify a member of the Academy who has made significant contribu tions to his or her community and patients, to receive its Oregon Fam ily Doctor or the Year award for 200 1 . , i Each year members of the Acad emy nominated by their communi ties or colleagues are entered into the competition. The award is an nounced at the group's Annual Sci entific Assembly, to be held this year at Salishan Resort in Gleneden Beach, Oregon. Each year the Oregon winner's name is forwarded to the American Academy of Family Physicians in nomination for the American Fam ily Doctor of the Year. In 1993 Dr. Bomengen from Lakeview was se lected for this prestigious national award and in 1994, Dr. Cutsforth from Philomath won in an unprec edented "repeat" for Oregon. Citizens may suggest nominees to their local Chambers of Commerce and should be prepared to document the contributions of their nominee. Nominations to the Academy must be accompanied by a letter describing why the physician is deserving of the award. Supporting letters and other materials from the community lend weight to the nomination. Deadline for nominations is March 1, 2001. For more information contact: Oregon Academy of Family Physicians 4225 NE Tillamook Street Portland, OR 97213 Kerry Gonzales 503-528-0961 Fax: 503-528-0996 E-mail: kgoafp.org Sunday, 9gvem6er 12 The family of Virginia Rowland would like to invite you to a celebration of her life and a dedication of her tombstone, created by her nephew, Dick Rowland. The special day is November 1 2 at 1 p.m. It is an extra special day because it is also her birthday. Please come to the Grand Ronde Com munity Center to visit, eat and share memo ries of a woman who is dearly missed by all who knew her. Any questions regarding this invitation, please call her granddaughter Samantha Moore at (503) 8 1 5-3789 or e-mail at: samndennisoregoncoast.com We are looking forward to seeing you. THE KITCHEN STAFF WOULD WED., NQV. 1 THURS., NOV. 2 FRI., NOV. 3 like TO REQUEST YOUR French Dip Sandwiches Flank Steak Stir Fry Chicken Cutlets favorite recipe ideas. Potato Salad over Rice Green Salad please DROP bv the Coleslaw Fruit Salad Rolls community center. Layered Dessert- Dessert Dessert TUES.. NOV. 7 WED.. NOV. 8 THURS.. NOV. 9 FRI.. NOV. 10 Stuffed Manicotti Chicken Enchiladas Pork Chops with Tomato Sauce Spanish Rice Baked Potatoes KITCHEN CLOSED Green Salad Refried Beans Acorn Squash Veterans Day Dessert Egg Custard Dessert TUES.. NOV. 14 WED.. NOV. 1 5 THURS.. NOV. 16 FRI.. NOV. 1 7 Lasagna Alfredo Noodles with Stuffed Green Peppers Salad Salmon Cottage Cheese KITCHEN CLOSED French Bread Pineapple & Bananas Dessert Holiday Bazaar Dessert Green Salad and Cookies TUES.. NOV. 21 WED.. NOV. 22 THURS.. NOV. 23 FRI.. NOV. 24 Vegetable Beef Soup Cottage Cheese KITCHEN CLOSED KITCHEN CLOSED KITCHEN CLOSED Rolls and Dessert Restoration Day im 'Mmiwm TUES.. NOV. 28 WED.. NOV. 29 THURS.. NOV. 30 TRIBAL ELDERS AND White Beans & Ham Beef Burgundy Noodles Turkey, Stuffing & Potatoes spouses eat free. Green Salad Cauliflower & Broccoli Veggie and Rolls IVriiS at n , p i j i . MUST CALL THE KITCHEN AT Corn Bread Salad Pumpkin Bars 879-2410 before 9:30 A.M. Dessert Dessert ELDERS' MEETING elders eat first.
