Redding Rancheria October 2019 Newsletter

October 2019

Honored Elders Dinner Redding Rancheria

The honoring of the 2019 Stillwater Pow Wow Honored Elders took place on October 3, 2019 at the Win-River Event Center.

This year’s Honored Elders are: Joseph Murphy, Robin Bailey, Nellie Romero, and Elaine Butcher.

The local Stillwater Pow Wow contestants had an opportunity to be judged, and dance for the Honored Elders that evening.

Mental Health Awareness Redding Rancheria

Did you know 1 in 5 adults will experience mental illness this year? Many of us experience a mental health condition or know someone personally who receives care for a mental illness. Every year, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) promotes Mental Illness Awareness Week during the first week of October. Oftentimes, there is much silence and shame surrounding mental health that prevents people from seeking help.

Suicide Prevention Every 28 seconds someone attempts suicide. American Indian and Alaskan Natives are at the highest risk of suicide. Knowing the warning signs can save a life. The following is a list of suicide risk behaviors:

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Becoming preoccupied with death.

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Engaging in high risk behavior.

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Obtaining a weapon or other means of self-harm.

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Totally withdrawing from life, loved ones, or activities.

• Increasing drinking, painkiller usage or excessive medication use.

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Seeming overwhelmed after childbirth or talking about harming a new infant.

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Being hopeless about their financial or work situation.

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Being devastated by a relationship problem or breakup.

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Being distraught over uncontrollable gambling.

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Giving away belongings.

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Dramatic mood swings.

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Saying goodbye to friends and family.

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Distress about gender identity or sexuality.

Hopelessness is the most common symptom leading to a suicide attempt. Statements like “My family would be better off without me,” “I wish I were dead,” or “My life is unbearable and will never get better” must be taken seriously. These type of comments suggest serious symptoms that can be helped with treatment.

Starting the conversation Breaking the silence is the first step toward hope and healing. If you recognize someone who is at risk, mention the things that are concerning you. For example, “You have been acting really down lately” or “You’ve been missing a lot of work and seem distracted when you are at the office.” You can also be direct. Talking about suicide does not increase suicide risk! You can ask someone, “Have things gotten so desperate, that you are thinking about suicide?” or “Have you ever thought of killing yourself?” Remind the person that help is available and treatment works. Listen and remain calm.

Getting help Redding Rancheria is a supporter of mental health, offering direct counseling services, psychologist services, access to drug and alcohol recovery programs, and psychiatry services. The Redding Rancheria stands for a stigma-free community where people can speak out about their symptoms and access in-person services. Call 530-224-2700 for more information.

For emergent mental health evaluations:

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call 911

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go to your local hospital emergency room

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visit the Hill Country CARE Center at 1401 Gold St. Redding, CA 96002, 530-691-4446

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go to Shasta County Mental Health Access Team at 2640 Breslauer Way Redding, CA 96001, 530-225-5252

Other resources: If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800.273.TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741.

You can also call the NAMI HELPLINE at 800-950-NAMI or Text “NAMI” TO 741741. For more information, visit their website www.nami.org Remember, it is okay to ask for help.

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Indigenous Peoples Day Redding Rancheria

The celebration of Shasta County’s Indigenous Peoples Day was a fun-filled event that included a street fair of local vendors. One vendor served delicious Indian tacos and another sold handcrafted souvenirs.

Redding Rancheria was proud to play a part in the resilient movement of the local Native community with Chairman Jack Potter Jr. as an active speaker for the event. In addition, Redding Rancheria’s Support the Tribe and Tribal Health booths engaged and informed attendees of the current relocation of the casino.

Nick Papas Redding Rancheria

Nick Papas started working for the Tribe in 1994 as a Security Guard at Win River Casino.

In 1995 he transferred to the bingo department.

In 2006 he transferred to the Redding Rancheria as a Surveillance Technician and has been with the tribe ever since.

Not a day goes by that he doesn’t have a joke or smile for everyone he talks to.

Nick also helped raise his three nieces for most of their lives. He is a father figure and a mentor for those three women and they are his proudest accomplishments in his life at this time.

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Redding Rancheria Think Pink Day Redding Rancheria

On October 17th all Redding Rancheria programs were invited to support Think Pink’s Breast Cancer Awareness initiative by wearing custom designed Think Pink shirts and taking group photos at each site. This was a lot of fun, as each group had an opportunity to mingle and share laughter while bringing awareness to Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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Head Start Events Redding Rancheria

Our “Little” Big Time Event was a success! Many families, community representatives, and children were able to benefit from this event by joining in on the fun we had! We were able to celebrate our Native American Culture and Heritage with everyone and enjoy yummy Indian Tacos. Thank you to everyone who was able to be there and share this experience with the Head Start and Child Care families.

As for November we will enjoy participating in Read For the Record where our very own Maria Orozco and Michael Hollowell will read a story with our students! We will also have our Career/ Hobby Week where we will have parents and family members share with our students their careers and hobbies. This is a fun time for our children to learn about something they might want to do when they grow up! We will also be having our Annual Harvest Feast for our students and families! This is a fun time for everyone to come together in a time of giving for our families to enjoy a great feast as well as participate in fun games, nutritional education, raffle prizes and crafts.

As for December we will be having our Annual Children’s Christmas Party. This is a fun and special event for our students and families to see Santa, take a picture with him and receive a gift from Santa!

Our students and families will enjoy cookies and hot cocoa.

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Redding Rancheria’s 2019 Wellness Conference Redding Rancheria

On October 23rd and 24th the Redding Rancheria held its 9th Wellness Conference for all employees where the option to take classes such as a cooking course, Sip and Paint, Beading, and Traditional Basket Making were available to all. Many more classes and workshops were offered to employees during the two days of wellness. This conference was conceptualized to serve a dual purpose in supporting the mission of the Redding Rancheria Wellness program, and also provide exposure to parts of local Native American culture.

On the first day of the conference we had keynote speaker Dave Davlin speak on the topic of success through contribution and service. On the second day Tracy Edwards, CEO of Redding Rancheria gave the State of the Tribe Address to provide insight to all that Redding Rancheria employees had accomplished and contributed to the community at large in 2017 and 2018. Following the opening ceremonies, employees had the rest of the day to enjoy activities, games and classes along with a complimentary lunch.

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Stillwater Pow Wow Redding Rancheria

Redding Rancheria hosted our 29th Annual Stillwater Pow Wow at the Shasta District Fairgrounds in Anderson on October 4th, 5th and 6th. For the first time in fifteen years the Redding Rancheria offered free admission to the community to encourage people near and far to partake in the awareness of social dance, and bring educational awareness to Native American culture. This year we had 45 vendors. In addition, we had eight food vendors, some of which included Local Food Trucks that are becoming a new option in the Redding area. Also, this year we had 120 dancers compete for various titles in the Stillwater dance competition. This is an event Redding Rancheria looks forward to putting on year after year as it is an opportunity to shed light on our Native American traditions.

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Employee of the Month Maria Madden Admission Specialist

September 2019 Maria Madden received this award because she goes above and beyond to make patients and her team members feel welcome. She is always professional and courteous, even during challenging circumstances. Finally, Maria continues to display multiple guiding values.

Congratulations Maria Madden!!!

Keith Bunny

David Phillips

RN Care Coordinator

Human Resources Analyst

October 2019 Keith Bunny received this award because he demonstrates the guiding values of serving others, working together and doing what is right. He is also a wonderful person to work with and has determination for positive outcome of patient care. David Phillips is a recipient for this award because he takes time to work with his coworkers and train whenever he can. He comes up with the best possible solutions for any problem that may arise. David is a true asset to the tribe, and sets a prime example for the guiding values of working together and serving others.

Congratulations Keith Bunny and David Phillips!!!

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Relay for Life Redding Rancheria

On Saturday October 12th, Redding Rancheria sponsored the annual Relay for Life event in support of the American Cancer Society at the Shasta District Fairgrounds. Redding Rancheria is proud to play our part in supporting events that are for a worthy cause. We had a booth with Support the Tribe promo items, and goodies for the children as people passed by on their walk to end cancer. At the end of the event, Win-River employees and Tribal members joined hands as they served tacos to those who participated in the all-day event.

Senior Nutrition Program Redding Rancheria

Besides serving a nutritious meal, the Senior Nutrition program offers: • Information on services available to elders in the community • Volunteer opportunities • Arts and crafts, music, exercise, nutrition education, bingo and socializing among neighbors and relatives are waiting for those wishing to participate.

• Transportation to and from meals for those eligible • Use of Redding Rancheria’s gym • Regular attendees get a bag of groceries every several weeks thanks to the Sharing Fund.

• If you are Native American, 55 years or older (50 if you are a Redding Rancheria Tribal Member) and live in the Redding Rancheria Service Area, then you are eligible for a free meal on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (Monday, Tuesday and Thursday during the summer) in the Community Center. Spouses of elders regardless of heritage are also eligible. Doors open at 10am for activities and lunch is served from 11:30-12:00.

• The Senior Nutrition Program also offers meals to the homebound. A prescription from your doctor is required and space is limited. We currently have 4 openings. Meals are frozen and then delivered every two weeks or you can have a family member or friend pick them up fresh for you daily.

• We also provide a Family Caregiver Support program for those caring for a Native American elder or Elders caring for Grandchildren.

• If you have questions about any of our services, please call 242-4594 Monday through Friday 7am-3pm 11

Redding Rancheria Halloween Redding Rancheria

This year’s Halloween Costume Contest was so much fun! Everyone’s costume from the Redding Rancheria and Win-River Resort and Casino were amazing! Thank you to all team members who participated in the 2019 Halloween Costume Contest. Also, to the families who brought their children to enjoy a fun-filled morning of trick or treating and hay rides.

We look forward to seeing you next year!

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Field Trip to Historic Hawes Farms Redding Rancheria

Our amazing kids from Redding Rancheria Head Start and Child Care enjoying a field trip to Historic Hawes Farms.

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Monday Tuesday NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS ALAYLA MANUTAI OLIVIA LONG ;TEIGAN HAYWARD

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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 3

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HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE 12:30PM-1:30PM

READ FOR THE RECORD

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WELLNESS WEDNESDAY

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NO SCHOOL VETERANS DAY

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES

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PARENT/FAMILY CAREER WEEK PARENT CONNECTION MEETING DRESS UP DAY MICKEY & MINNIE MOUSE BIRTHDAY!

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11AM-12:30PM IEP & 504 PLAN

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POLICY COUNCIL MEETING 12PM-1:30PM

EVENT DAY 2PM-4PM SEE FLYER

COMMUNITY EVENT SEE FLYER 5:30-7:30PM

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22 HARVEST FEAST

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THANKSGIVING BREAK

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(3) REDDING RANCHERIA ELDER NUTRITION NOVEMBER MENU 2019 Friday November 1

Information on soup kitchen 223-5543

POWER TO SENIORS SOUP KITCHEN WILL BE ON WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 6 AT THE SENIOR CITIZENS HALL, BENTON DRIVE, REDDING 4-7 Tuesday

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If you do not attend regularly, please call the day before and reserve a meal.

If you do come regularly, but are unable to attend, please call and cancel your meal. Guests must also reserve a meal. Guest meals are $4.00. Call 2424594; leave a message!

Homemade Soup Hot Dog Sliced tomatoes Granola bar Milk/Juice Bingo 10:45

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Friday November 8

Lunch is served from 11:30-12:00 November 8

VOTE TODAY!!

Baked Ham Potato Casserole Peas and Carrots Whole Wheat Bread Fruit Milk/Juice

Chicken Enchiladas Spanish rice Tomatoes on lettuce Chips and Salsa Sherbet Stretching with Carmelita Bingo 10:45

Tuesday November 12

Thursday

Breakfast Frittata Oven browned potatoes Roasted Tomato Fruit Biscuit Milk/Juice Bingo 10:45

Breaded Fish with lemon Potato Wedges Cole Slaw Wheat Bread Milk/Juice

Sack Lunch Tuna Salad Sandwich Orange wedges Cookies Milk/Juice

Stretching with Carmelita Bingo 10:45

Trip to Feather Falls 1pm

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November 19

Thursday

November 14

November 21

Indian Tacos (Meat, Beans, Lettuce, Tomato and Cheese on fry bread) Fruit Bingo 10:45

Friday November 15

Bingo 10:30

Friday November 22

Stuffed Potatoes with Chili Sautéed fresh veggies Corn Bread Birthday Cake and Ice Cream Milk/Juice Bingo 10:45 Birthdays

Spaghetti Garlic Bread Mixed Green Salad with dressing Yogurt Parfait Milk/Juice Stretching with Carmelita Bingo 10:45

Sloppy Joe’s Vegetable sticks Potato Salad Ice cream sundae Milk/Juice Bingo 10:45

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November 26

November 28

November 29

RESERVATION’S REQUESTED PLEASE!!

Roast Turkey with gravy Bread Stuffing/mashed potatoes Cranberry Sauce Savory Peas Dinner Roll Pumpkin Pie Milk/Juice Bingo 10:45

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New Employee Breakfast Redding Rancheria

As part of a warm welcome to Redding Rancheria’s newest employees, the Executive Team invited each to participate in a delicious breakfast provided by the Hilton Garden Inn. New employees were warmly welcomed and encouraged by CEO, Tracy Edwards to act as ambassadors for Redding Rancheria when we go about our daily lives. With nearly thirty new employees, Tracy Edwards noted we are an organization forever growing and expanding in size. We extend our warmest welcome to the newest employees of Redding Rancheria!