Lifeways Issue 7

SUMMER 2023

VOLUME VII

CONTENTS 03 Department Message Alfhonso Havatone

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Senior Services Connecting Waters with Jessica Martinez

05 Employee Spotlight Janet Crank

06 Team Spotlight

Adult Protective Services

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Community Spotlight Russell Ray

11 Better Living

Beat the Heat

12 Health & Wellness

Cooking with Celinda & Toby

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Cultural Connections Cultivating Tradition

20 Kraft Korner

Let’s Get Krafty

22 Mind Teasers

Word Search & Sudoku

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SHRRP Getting Your AC Summer-Ready

26 Community

A Look Back

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Department Message Contact us Address 10510 E. Osborn Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85256 Phone 480.362.6350 Visit us online srpmic-nsn.gov/ government/seniors Follow us on social media

Like us! @SRSeniorServices Managing Editor Jon Newman Writer/Editor Laura Toussaint Graphic Designer Ravenna Curley Photographer/Graphic Designer Samantha Zivic Cover Photo Wild horses of Salt River

Ske:g tas and Kamduum.

I am Alfhonso Havatone, a member of the Hualapai Nation (The People of the Tall Pines).

Though I have worked within the community for more than 25 years, I joined Senior Services in 2018 overseeing our social support programs and am glad to further my service to the department as its newest Assistant Director.

In this role—together with our professional and caring staff—we will strengthen the Home Care Assistance and Support Services programs to ensure the best service to our community seniors and adults with adaptive needs.

Many potential clients are unaware of the depth of our services and how we can help them. For instance, our social workers can help seniors navigate challenges in receiving services, getting needed repairs, or connecting with resources and programs they didn’t even know are available both within the community and outside of it.

We are also working to bring awareness of elderly abuse to other SRPMIC departments. As a community, we should all come together to build a system of support to protect our most vulnerable seniors and adults with adaptive needs by learning to recognize signs of abuse, exploitation and neglect and to report it so we can assist from a strength-based, familyfocused approach. You can read more about that in the Team Spotlight on page 6.

I invite you all to learn more about all that Senior Services has to offer. You can reach any of our programs by contacting us at 480.362.6350 or SeniorServicesInfo@srpmic-nsn.gov.

We are here to serve you.

Alfhonso Havatone Assistant Director, Client Services SRPMIC SENIOR SERVICES

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Connecting Waters with Jessica Martinez

Hello all, Welcome back to Connecting Waters, or welcome if you are new to this column. My name is Jessica Martinez, I am the Community Liaison for Senior Services. I use this column to answer some FAQs I receive from seniors around the community. Some

range from really common questions about our services to wacky questions like: “My dog needs a haircut, can you guys do that for me?” (Yes, I’ve really been asked that question before). I am here to answer them all!

My wife was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Do you guys offer anything to help her understand what is going to happen?

Absolutely. Aging can be an overwhelming experience, even without an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. So we here at Senior Services try to ease any worries as much as we can. We can first set up a meeting with your assigned social worker (if you have one) or our intake coordinator, if you don’t. With you, they will go over some of what to expect and offer support or resources.

We also recommend that you contact Nicole Lomay, Senior Outreach Manager at Banner Alzheimer’s Institute. She can provide one-on-one counseling and support for those dealing with Alzheimer’s as well as their caregivers. She will walk you through what to expect in each stage, give recommendations on legal things to take care of, and provide information on the types of medication and treatments that may be recommended, and much more. For more information on Banner’s Alzheimer’s services, visit bannerhealth.com/services/alzheimers.

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Employee Spotlight

Janet Crank Hi, I am Janet of the Táchii'nii (Red Running into Water People), born for the Kiyaa'áanii (Towering People). My maternal grandparents are the Tábąąhá (Edge Water People) and my paternal grandparents are the K'aa' dine'é (Arrow People). I am Navajo and grew up on the reservation.

I’ve been driving with Senior Services for almost a year. Before coming here, I was a bus driver for Salt River Elementary School. I started there around 2010.

I grew up around a lot of animals— sheep and chickens and cows and horses. It took me a while to understand why we never went to the grocery store. My mom would always tell us not to name those babies but we always did.

I grew up speaking Navajo. My mother wove blankets. My aunt too. They taught me some. My uncle did silver and taught me some of that. Another aunt did beading. She taught me.

I liked it and I still do. I like to get out my beads whenever I have time.

I went to a boarding school on the reservation first through eighth grade. I learned English there. I went to another boarding school for high school. It was in Snowflake. On weekends, the girls would work as housekeepers in town

and the boys went to a pig farm—they would come back stinking! We were paid and the school taught us how to budget. In the evenings, with our money, they’d take us to the movies or to eat at a restaurant. They taught us which forks to use and how to order and to eat with manners.

After high school, I came down to the Valley with a cousin to work. I had several jobs and good bosses. One at Phoenix Elementary encouraged me to become a bus driver. She’d take me out for practice drives and help me study for the test. I passed the second time and that is how I became a bus driver.

Now I am here. The seniors are a bit better behaved than the kids. Haha. I drive the shuttle to events, but I also help out in the kitchen and with meal delivery. I get to know the seniors and I let them know what is going on like the bingo or the dances. I attend all the events. I even learned how to do the chicken scratch!

I live in town so when I am here, I enjoy the open space—all the land, canals and quiet roads. I love walking.

I walk the canal during my lunch break.

I love to see the white cranes and the ducks. I enjoy looking at quail too.

I am just glad to be here.

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Team Spotlight Adult Protective Services

It is the tradition and custom of our community to honor and protect our elderly and vulnerable members.

Senior Services has a caring team of trained professionals to help keep our seniors safe and well. Our Adult Protective Services team investigates alleged abuse, neglect and exploitation of seniors and adults with adaptive needs.

It is their goal to maintain elderly and

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vulnerable adults within their family structure while working with them to assure a safe and healthy environment.

Our APS team has a client-and-theirfamily-led approach to help build capacity. They provide assessments and offer temporary assistance through partnering resources within and outside the community.

“Clients and families know what is best for their situation, that’s why we

have them lead the process. We’ve got the tools and the resources and they join us in planning the direction for their case,” said Alfhonso Havatone, Assistant Director of Senior Services and Manager of Support Services. “We find this approach is effective because it’s a joint effort.”

Adult Protective Services will never remove clients from their homes against their wishes, nor do they determine capacity.

“When we receive a report, we interview the vulnerable senior

and family. If we find there is cause for concern, in addition to working together to create a client-familydetermined plan, we offer a variety of wellness resources to expand the family’s capacity of care and competency,” said Alfhonso. “As a community, it is up to all of us to create a supportive structure for these families and that is why it is important that we all watch for signs of abuse, neglect and exploitation, and report it, so these families can be connected with the resources and help they need.”

If You See Something, Say Something Anyone can make a report of a concern regarding a vulnerable elder or adult with physical or adaptive needs. Your identity is confidential except as provided by community law or ordered by the community court.

Watch for and report signs of: Abuse • • •

Unexplained injuries or behavior Fearfulness of a person or situation Isolation or left unattended

Neglect/Self-Neglect • • •

Sudden decline in personal hygiene Untreated health/medical conditions or self-neglect-related injuries Unsafe living conditions

Exploitation • • •

Missing possessions or property Sudden transfer of money/forged checks Undue influence or coercion in financial matters

To report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation: Ask for Adult Protective Services at 480.362.6359 After Hours, ask for Request Crisis Response at 480.850.9230 If the alleged abuse occurs outside SRPMIC boundaries, contact the Arizona Department of Economic Security Adult Protective Services at 877.767.2385.

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Russell Ray

Russell grew up in a traditional adobe house with a dirt floor on the northwest corner of Camelback and Longmore. He lived there with his siblings, parents, grandparents and great grandparents.

When he was very young, he would run around barefoot and create games with sticks, boards and other found objects in the neighborhood. He was taught from a young age to help not only their family, but also their neighbors.

When Russell was nine, the US government provided funding to bring running water to Salt River. As part of the agreement, each household was to contribute 1,500 hours of labor to install the system. Though he was young, Russell worked on behalf of his family and for those who had no one to complete the hours for them, such as his elderly neighbors. He did the same during his middle school years 8

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when HUD provided funds for modern housing.

Russell attended day school in Salt River and middle school in Mesa.

He did not know much English and remembers being punished when spoke in his native language. However, Russell developed a love of running and excelled at cross country on the school’s track team. He was good enough that when he couldn’t make it to school, the truant officer would give Russell a ride to school so he could stay on the team.

When he wasn’t doing homework or working, Russell would walk with his siblings and neighborhood friends to swim at the irrigation pumps or Arizona canal. He recalled it wasn’t as dangerous then as it is today. He also recalled not knowing many people.

“Back then we had to walk everywhere so we really only knew

our relatives and neighbors,” recalled off the community and learn all that Russell. “Growing up I didn’t know they (outside cities) have to offer, then that there were other tribes, other come back and help our people.” nationalities.”

He did that for 25 years. In addition, That changed when he he took courses on attended high school at “Back then we had his own through the Stewart Indian boarding to walk everywhere community college school near Carson to learn about soils, s o w e r e a l l y o n l y City, Nevada. There, drilling wells, how to do he met boys from many knew our relatives inspections, as well as other tribes around public communication, and neighbors.” the nation. It really create presentations opened his eyes to and handle project other cultures and traditions, but also management and finances. He also shared their experiences as indigenous learned basic law so he could advocate peoples. for the community.

The school discovered that Russell In 1988, the council secretary used to run track in middle school informed Russell that he had been and asked him to be their track team.

“There were seven of us: two Navajo, two Apache and three Pima, including me,” recounted Russell. “At first no one paid us any attention because we were native, but we were soon competing and winning against college teams even though we were only in high school.”

When he completed high school, Russell returned to Salt River to learn drafting through a government program. He took a BIA job in downtown Phoenix.

In his mid-20s, a position opened up within the community. The government was still in its infancy as was called the Planning & Land Management Department. Russell worked with the late Johnson Enos and Terrance Leonard, surveying and drafting home site and creating legal descriptions.

Seeing his talent, Russell’s mentors wanted him to gain experience beyond allotted lands within the community.

He remembers Johnson and Terry McDowell Road Bridge under telling him, “If you want to excel in this way on Loop 101 Pima, 1990 career, we encourage you to go work SRPMIC SENIOR SERVICES

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nominated to represent Lehi on a council seat. He accepted, ran and won.

He served in that capacity for 12 years. During this time, he assisted in the water settlement negation with the US government under late Salt River President Gerald Anton. He also participated in bringing the freeway and gaming to the community, as well as the liquor ordinance; initiatives which were all approved through a vote by enrolled community members.

He is honored to have served the community and bring opportunity to its members.

“We now have our own stores to go to. It has created jobs for those who want to work and revenue assistance for services such as burials, which had been a challenge before. These initiatives also helped to establish Memorial Hall and the Cry House in Lehi,” said Russell. “Businesses [on the community] are charged taxes and fees that help our community. We now have

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our own fire, police and court. We are self-staining like other municipalities and our salaries are competitive.”

Today, Russell continues using his knowledge, experience and business skills assisting projects such as the Pima Center commercial development and the 101 freeway, commercial corridor within the community. His duties included review the construction plans and follow up on permits for projects, as well as developing the cultural esthetic, including the use of native plants and sculptural elements.

He also uses his knowledge of the law to help community members advocate for themselves.

“We have survived for many years, and we will continue to survive many generations in the future. We will continue to be who we are, indigenous people,” said Russell. “In these days; it’s very different than playing and running barefoot in the dirt.”

BETTER LIVING

Beat the Heat:

Tips to Keep You Safe This Summer Yay, it’s summer time here on the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community when school kids are home, gardens are growing, its powwow season, and the temperatures rise over 100 degrees daily. Seniors are at risk for heat-related issues due to chronic health conditions, age-related changes and the side effects of certain medications. Here are simple tips to help you stay safe and enjoy the summer:

Stay Cool As we age, our bodies have a harder time with handling warming temperatures, which can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Becoming overheated can cause high body temperature, confusion, fast pulse and difficulty breathing.

To combat the heat, wear a hat and long-sleeved loose-fitting clothing when you are outside. Also, do outside activities early in the morning or later in the evening when th sun is down. Avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Stay in Touch If you live alone, it is important to have a good neighbor, family member or friend who checks in with you daily. You cannot count on your rez dog to check on you. Lol. It is helpful to have someone who knows your daily routine, especially if you enjoy gardening, walking or working out at the WOLF. Keep emergency numbers handy just in case you have a heat-related emergency and if your air conditioner is not working, call SHRRP, 480.362.7800.

Stay Active

It is important to stay active during the summer months and enjoy life. We have plenty of inside activities for you including yoga, tai chi and Enhance Fitness.

The WOLF also has an indoor track and chair volleyball to keep you happy and healthy. Staying active improves your memory and keeps you young. Stay safe this summer my, friends and remember to Stay Cool.

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FOOD & NUTRITION

Because avocados are loaded with antioxidants, healthy fats and fiber, they have many health benefits. Avocados can help: • • • • • •

Keep you full longer so you eat less Burn body fat and absorb fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E & K Protect your heart Stabilize blood sugar and prevent diabetic complications Promote healthy digestion Improve memory and brain function

Not only that, they are cool and delicious making them a refreshing choice for summer. Here are two yummy recipes to include avocados in your diet. #Yum

Citrus Avocado Salad Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 large ripe avocados, peeled and sliced 1 large red grapefruit, sectioned 4 medium oranges, peeled and sliced 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled 1 jalapeno, seeded, and finely chopped 1 Tbs fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp sea salt 1/4 tsp coarsely ground pepper 12 SUMMER 2023

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Halve avocados lengthwise and pit.

2. Remove flesh with a spoon and slice it into bite-size chunks.

3. Peel and segment grapefruit and oranges.

4. Combine the above in a large bowl with cilantro, jalapeno, pomegranate seeds and red onion.

5. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt and pepper and gently toss to combine.

6. Top with crumbled feta cheese.

7. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend.

Avacado Tuna Boats Serves 4 INGREDIENTS 2 ripe avocados 2 cans of tuna in water, drained 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or mayo. Yogurt is healthier and adds a nice tang 1 celery stalk, diced 2 Tbs red onion, finely chopped 1 Tbs lemon Juice, fresh squeezed is best Salt & pepper to taste Parsley to garnish, optional INSTRUCTIONS 1. Halve lengthwise and pit the avocados.

2. Blend remaining ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined.

3. Spoon the mixture into the avocados and enjoy!

To learn more about additional recipes and upcoming cooking demos, contact Celinda & Toby at 480.876.7180 SRPMIC SENIOR SERVICES 13

CULTURAL LIVING

Jacob with descendents of some of his orginal seeds

Jacob Butler developed an interest in growing traditional plants when he was just 17. A friend, Stetson Mendoza, asked Jacob to go with him to New Mexico. Stetson’s father, Ed, and the Traditional Native American Agriculture Association were teaching a two-week program on cultivating and preserving heritage seeds, utilizing techniques practiced by indigenous communities from around the world.

At a crossroads in his life, Jacob decided a change of scenery would do him good. Little did he know those two 14 SUMMER 2023

weeks would instill in him a life-long passion.

“I knew about some of our culture and traditions, but back then, it was not in our schools and many of our elders had come from boarding schools and felt that farming was an old way of life not conducive to modern-day success, so I had little interest. While I was in New Mexico I saw the impact young people—people who looked like me— were making in bringing traditional foods and cultural practices back to their communities, I wanted to do it

too,” said Jacob. “It took me going to to us by the living embodiment of the New Mexico to learn from an elder plant, Corn Man, who came and offered of the Tohono O’odham Nation about the silks of his chin to the community traditional values, our himdag—way with the instructions of how to bring the of life, the path that we walk in life. seeds of corn, then he left.”

Initially, it was taught to me through When Jacob’s interest in traditional agriculture, not only in how to grow the plants became known, elders from plants but also our all over the O’odham people’s connection communities began “It took me going to to them, and our giving him seeds that New Mexico to learn connection to one their families had grown another.” from an elder of the when they were young.

When he returned As the seed bank grew, Tohono O’odham Nation to Salt River, Jacob Jacob realized the about traditional values, started a heritage importance of noting seed bank in his home our himdag—way of from whom and where with his first seeds, the seeds had come. life, the path that we including 60-day corn For the first few years, walk in life.” given to him by Ed. It the seed bank remained was 1998. Jacob still at Jacob’s home. plants the descendants of those seeds However, in 2003, Jacob moved it to today. what would become Cultural Resources.

“Our people were gifted corn There, the focus was on educating thousands of years ago. Over those the community about traditional seeds years, we created 60-day corn, the and creating interest through food fastest-growing corn in the world. tasting and gardening. Jacob said that There is an origin story of how corn sometimes it was difficult. came to the people,” said Jacob. “They “There was a disconnect because for were not made by the creator but given the past 100 years, many of our

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CULTURAL LIVING

traditional foods were lost and when we tried to re-introduce lost varieties because there was no recent memory among our people, some thought that we were bringing in seeds that did not belong in the community—but those seeds started with our people. We just lost them,” recalled Jacob.

Jacob shared that in the past, the community had 13 varieties of tepary beans. When Cultural Resources started its first community garden in 2003, the community only remembered two— white and brown.

When Stetson joined Cultural Resources more than 10 years ago, he and Jacob again teamed up to create interest among the community in cultivating and eating foods grown from traditional seeds.

“When I first started, we only grew a few types of beans, corn and some squash,” said Stetson. “This spring, we started working a new acre with some new foods like keli baso—old man’s chest—melons, yellow water watermelon, Pima squash, white and brown tepary beans and devil’s claw.”

In addition to the community “...those seeds started garden, Jacob with our people...” and Stetson hope to inspire individuals to begin growing traditional foods at home. The bank sets aside a portion of the seeds to be given to individuals interested in home gardening. These are given out in January and February, in time for spring planting.

“We want to get more people interested in growing and eating traditional foods so we have a program where we will help community members to start a garden using traditional Stetson waters the community seeds. We hope that they will grow garden’s newest acre 16 SUMMER 2023

them, enjoy the produce and return studies even show a decrease in crime some of their seeds back to us,” said in communities where traditional foods Stetson. “But they need to realize that are eaten and cultural practices are these seeds are like babies—they take observed. a lot of care. You must “Traditional foods are water them and protect “ T h e s e e d b a n k i s better for us—just one them from birds and tepary bean has the h e l p i n g t o e n s u r e nutrients of five pinto gophers, but it’s well worth it.” that our community beans and takes fewer A large portion of the s t i l l h a s a c c e s s t o resources to grow—but seed bank is held in it also connects us with traditional foods that our culture, eating as stock to be available if nourished our bodies our ancestors, once the community wanted to begin growing on a did,” said Jacob. “The for generations.” tribal level. seed bank is helping Jacob believes this to ensure that our would have many benefits. Indeed community still has access to traditional several studies show that native foods foods that nourished our bodies for and a return to traditions prevent many generations.” of our modern-day ailments such as To learn more about traditional foods diabetes, obesity, heart disease and and gardening, call Cultural Resources, even behavioral health issues. Some at 480.362.6325.

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SHRRP

Karen with members of the SHRRP HVAC team Karen Schruz waited in the cool Andy McMonigal. “If you have your thermostat set at 72 when you’re home, comfort of her living room as Senior just bump it up to 75 when you’re out.”

Housing Repair & Replacement He also advises making sure you Program team members made sure replace your air conditioning filters her air conditioning unit was summerevery 30 days to keep your unit running ready. They checked that her unit was at its best. running properly. They also changed “Our clients are on a schedule and her air filters and helped her reprogram we drop off their her thermostat for warmer “SHRRP does a lot of work all filters every 30 days and install temperatures. over the community...

They them if the clients “A lot of people care about our seniors and need assistance,” think turning said McMonigal. off your air they do good work.”

Karen is grateful conditioning when for the help. She they leave will has been a SHRRP client for about 10 save money, but the truth is, it uses years. more energy bringing the temperature “I was in denial for a while [before back down than just leaving it running calling SHRRP]. I was always so at a bit warmer temperature when you’re not home,” said HVAC Supervisor independent, but then I started getting 18 SUMMER 2023

sick and I needed a walker. I had carpet before so they redid my floors so I could get around better,” said Karen.

Since then, SHRRP has helped Karen in a variety of ways. They replaced her shower and fixed the plumbing in one bathroom when it had no water. They also help with weed abatement and other tasks that would be challenging for her.

“They have such great service, but people need to be patient,” advised Karen. “SHRRP does a lot of work all over the community and they sometimes take a while to get to you because they are helping others, but they will get it done. They care about our seniors and they do good work.

Just remember, they are doing the best they can.”

In addition to weatherizing homes, SHRRP provides a variety of other services to qualified community residents.

These can include complex renovations and retrofitting of interiors to meet health or safety need such as, but not limited to: • • • • • •

programming thermostats.

Qualified individuals must be members of the community, age 55+ or qualify with medical disability, and have a home condition that detrimentally affects their health, welfare or safety.

If you think you or someone you know may qualify, call the SHRRP helpline Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 480.362.7800.

Kitchen Cabinets Flooring Handicap Bathrooms Ramps Exterior Door Covers Roofing

SHRRP also provides services that seniors and those with adaptive and medical needs may find challenging such as changing air filters or

If you are an existing SHRRP client with an afterhours/weekend HVAC or plumbing emergency, you can call community dispatch to reach an on-call technician or plumber at 480.850.9230.

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KRAFT KORNER

Here is a fun and simple craft you can do at home. Make for yourself or as a gift!

Step one: Gather your supplies: air-dry clay, jar, rolling pin, knife, wax paper, ruler, paints and brush.

Step two: Roll the

clay out to 1/4-inch thick and cut to fit height and circumference of your jar.

Step three: Tape wax paper tightly around your jar. Wrap with the clay.

Seal by pinching and smooth with damp finger.

Step four: Roll out circle. Place jar in center and cut slightly larger than the bottom of the jar.

Step five: Squish sides

Step six: Let dry 1-2

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of the circle up to meld with the clay around the jar. Gently roll to seal and smooth with a damp finger.

days and paint. Voila, your creation is done!

Yoga for Fall Prevention Join us for a morning of fun, friendship and fitness with a focus on preventing falls.

Monte Yazzie leads a gentle yoga session that increases strength, balance and flexibility

All levels are welcome. Chair option is available.

Mondays 9 - 10 a.m.

Senior Room at the WOLF

Transportation provided upon request.

For community seniors 55+ and adults with adaptive needs.

Sign-up with Celinda Joe 480.876.7180 or celinda.joe@srpmic-nsn.gov

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MIND TEASERS

O’odham Crossword C U C U L A O U V A C A A V I O A A M A T U I B M O I K S S I V O L L K A S S O H L L C L O V O D O O M H A M E D L I C S I A A G O L I O C H A N A M O L V L O N H H A S U G L V I C G M I C H L M H L O A U O G E O I L U A C A L H I B K V N M D K L L I I O O B H I A K O A I A V N G O I H U M I H I I I C K A I C V A L G A K S L I T C L D K I I A C K A K A I C U A I O L G C H I O G V C A E S Cemait (Tortilla) Cucul (Chicken) Kakaicu (Quail) Vilgodi (Apricot) 22 SUMMER 2023

Viohol (Split Pea) Nalas (Peaches) Sivol (Onion) Hanam (Cholla Buds)

Ibhai (Prickly Pear) Viohog (Mesquite Beans)

Piipaash Crossword A I I I N A R A N G K M O S T A S M A O S K I K I A O I C L M H I H U T W M T Y I A A S A I M T Y A G I A W K I A D R W L I I Y I I D A H Y M R I I X I T R Y A M U O X C I I H V M K M T S V M Y A M M K D S H I D O M M A H R S A I D H S K T X I A X A X T X A D O K Y C I S N P S S A A H S I D A H T L H A I P A X A A N S D I K S O N K V M O D I I L Y I I C I I H D A I M H G T T I M H A M A C Maxpan (Cheese) Kshmiitho (Cantaloupe) Xvsho (Spinach) Thadish (Corn)

Kwiduy (Watermelon) Maa (Milk) Modiily (Bread) Mariik (Beans)

Narangk (Orange) Chii (Fish)

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Color by Numbers

1 - Scedagĭ (Blue) 2 - Scedagĭ (Green) 3 - Soam (Brown) 24 SUMMER 2023

4 - Soam (Yellow) 5 - Svegĭ (Red) 6 - Soam (Orange)

7 - Skomagĭ (Grey) 8 - Scuk (Black)

O’odham Piipaash

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COMMUNITY

Take a look back

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SHRRP

Senior Home Repair & Replacement Program

Roofing Ramps & Flooring Handicap Bathrooms Weed Removal Air Conditioning What is SHRRP?

Who is eligible?

SHRRP provides day-to-day services that seniors and those with adaptive and medical needs may find challenging such as changing air filters, repairing exterior doors that do not close correctly or windows that are not properly sealed.

Qualified individuals must be members of the community, age 55+ or qualify with medical disability, and have a home condition that detrimentally affects the individual’s health, welfare or safety.

If you think you or someone you know may qualify, call the SHRRP helpline Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 480.362.7800.