Hi ho   ne ho wa se   we ki ni
(Hello my good friend.)
"Procession Before War Dance", Ernest Spybuck    Credit: National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution (02/5735).
Absentee Shawnee Tribe of Indians of Oklahoma
The Absentee Shawnee Tribe is primarily located in the heart of central Oklahoma with approximately 4,638 members who live in all parts of the world as of June 2023. Our tribal government complex is located in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Our logo features Tecumseh, a Shawnee warrior and visionary leader, who worked to unite tribes in a common homeland where Indians could live under their own laws and leaders. He died in October 1813, in battle near the area of present day Thamesville, in Toronto, Canada. The LI-SI-WI-NWI in our logo means “Among the Shawnee”
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2023-2024 Benefits & Resources Event

Get Same-Day Benefits Assistance at our 2023-2024 Benefits & Resources Event! WHEN : Friday, November 3, 10 AM- 3 PM Where : AST Multi-Purpose Building- 2029 James L. Edwards Lane, Shawnee, OK Get assistance with: • 2024 Medicare and Marketplace Open Enrollment Options • Social Security and DHS Services • SoonerCare • VA Enrollment • Food & Housing • Tribal Assistance and more! Giveaways & snacks will be provided by PBA, PRC, and Legacy Tribal Services!
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91st Semi-Annual General Council Meeting

91st SEMI-ANNUAL GENERAL COUNCIL MEETING OF THE ABSENTEE SHAWNEE TRIBE OF INDIANS OF OKLAHOMA ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2023 AT 10 AM AT AST HEALTH MULTI-PURPOSE BUILDING, SHAWNEE, OK.   DATED THIS 6TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2023  
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Enrollment Office Closure

The Enrollment Office will be CLOSED for training Wednesday September 6
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2023 Angel Tree Program Taking Applications

Indian Child Welfare is accepting Angel Tree applications for Christmas Assistance. Application deadline is September 29, 2023 3 ways to apply: Online –  https://www.astribe.com/forms/Angel-Tree-Program In-Person – 105 N. Kimberly, Shawnee, OK Email – ICW@astribe.com Note - As part of the application process you will be asked to provide verifying documentation.
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AST Closure July 10 2020

On Thursday, the Absentee Shawnee Tribe was notified an employee was PROBABLE for COVID-19.  We have not received confirmation at this time; however, out of an abundance of caution we have decided to close the Shawnee complex Thursday (July 9th) and Friday (July 10th).  Our cleaning crews will start a terminal cleaning process tomorrow.  All areas this individual may have visited will be deep cleaned to help prevent the spread of infection. We will keep you updated on this situation. 

Please Continue to follow CDC guidelines

Over the last several days we have watched the COVID-19 numbers grow. Tuesday’s positive cases increased by 858; Wednesday’s positive cases increased by 673.  In an attempt to protect citizens, communities across Oklahoma and some counties within AST boundaries have started to issue the mandatory wearing of masks – including the City of Norman. Please continue to follow CDC guidelines.  We have attached a graphic as a reminder of some precautions you can take to protect you and your family. 

Happy 4th of July

Tribal members, COVID-19 case numbers are on the rise. As we are heading into a holiday weekend, I would like to remind you to continue to take precautions and follow CDC guidelines. Please continue to wear a mask when you can. Also, take a look at this article published by the CDC on how to help slow the spread of the virus.

AST will remain in Phase II until further notice.

The Absentee Shawnee Tribe has been monitoring the COVID-19 situation. For the safety of our members and employees, we have decided to remain in Phase II until further notice. Restrictions remaining in place are as follows:  
  • Continued mandatory temperature/symptom checkpoint upon entry into the complex
  • Shawnee Complex will be open to tribal members by appointment only.

ICW

Due to the rise of Covid cases and out of abundance of safety for our ICW children and staff, the ICW department will be available by appointment only, effective Thursday,  June 25, 2020. Temperatures will be taken upon entry and masks will be issued as needed. The ICW staff can be reached by phone, 405.395.4490, Monday-Friday; 8am -5pm.
Thank you for your cooperation. 
 

AST General Wellness Fund Update

AST Members,
Convid-19 checks are being processed by the Finance Department on a rolling basis as we receive the applications from the Secretary’s Office.  You will receive your check by mail; there are no exceptions.  Please do no contact the Finance Department asking :”Where is my check?”  Calling will not drive us any quicker. Your application and check is being processed as quickly as possible. 
Moreover, the mailing process is underway.
Treasurer Ellis

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