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september 2019 Visit our website@ www.nfrfamily.org
september 2019
Visit our website@ www.nfrfamily.org
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North Fork Rancheria Tribal TANF Staff
TANF Deputy DirectorJamie Beihn
TANF Supervisor Nichole Gonzales
Case Managers Laverne Martinez- Madera /Merced
Regina Murillo-NF Julie Steenport-Coast
Lynna Pich-Clovis
Career Development Coordinator
Kit Phackdy-ClovisAntoinette Rodriguez-NF
Coordinators Mike Colvard-Clovis
Tamara Fiske-NF Mario Benally-NF
Leticia DeAnda-Clovis Eshme Williams-NFJeremy Bill-Clovis
Program Assistants Chelsea Rogozienski-NF
Amy Gonzales-Clovis Diana Dick-NF
Heather Rios-NF Cari Stephenson-Coast
Teacher
Eric Fraley-NF
Automotive Instructor Michael Hobie
Transportation Mark Logee-NF
George Kerns-NF
MaintenanceGeri Ramirez-NF/Clovis
TANF
Due Dates:
All MERs and Supportive Service Requests are due on the 1st of the month and no later than the 10th.
MER’s received after the 10th are considered late and could result in a late cash aid payment. “lost in the mail” or “late due to mail”
will not be an acceptable excuse.
MER’s WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BEFORE THE 1ST DAY OF THE MONTH,
NO EXCEPTIONS.
Reminder:
· If you have any questions in regards to your case such as, allowable work participation hours, updating your Responsibility Service Plan, Supportive Service Requests please contact your Case Manager. Any questions you may have in regards to employment services or schooling, such as resume writing, job search, registering for classes, applying for financial aid, etc. please contact our Career Development Coordinator. By you contacting the person that can answer your questions, it will help you in reaching the answers to your questions in a timely manner.
· Please know that in order for you to request documents from your case file, you will need to fill out and submit a “Client Request for File Copies” form to your case manager. There is up to a 48 hour timeline for your Case Manger to fulfill your request with the documents you are requesting, such as a Benefit Summary or any other documents from your file.
· Receipts must be provided to your TANF Case Manager within ten (10) days of the client receiving any type of assistance, incentive, or gift cards in your name. The receipts verify the funds you received were used to purchase items intended for. Failure to provide appropriate receipts will result in the allowance being deducted from the next month’s TANF grant. When submitting receipts please make sure you write the name of the person (adult or child’s name) who received the assistance. If the total amount of the assistance that was received is not accountable in the receipt, the balance due will be deducted from your cash assistance.
Case Manager Newsletter
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TANF Family Wellness
Deer - Tahoot(Mono Word)
Sacred Circle for Native American YouthDates: Mondays, September 2019 – August 2020
Youth who attend will be taking part in strength based and evidence based curriculums. We will provide different programs and outings throughout the
program that deal with the four parts of the medicine wheel.
• Prevention programs
• Culturally relevant programs that build self-esteem and confidence
• Be part of a group that promotes positive, healthy behavior for our
young native youthLocation: Clovis TANF Office
Address: 1225 N Willow, Suite #130, Clovis CA 93619Day and Time: Every other Monday, 3:30pm-5:00pm
Contact Jeremy Bill @ 559.298.5700 Target Population: Native American youth, ages 12 to 18 or still in High School
Number of participants expected: 10
Transportation will not be provided
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CIRCLE FOR YOUTH
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Family Wellness
Dates: October 18, 2019 through October 20, 2019
Location: Haslett Basin, California 93657
Target Population: Native American youth 6th-12th grades and 2 parent chaperones
Number of participants expected: 12
Transportation will be provided
Location of event: Haslett BasinAddress: Haslett Basin, California 93657
Date and Time: October 18, 2019 departure time 12:00pm to October 20, 2019 return estimated
time 4:00pm
To RSVP deadline Oct. 8, 2019 contact Jeremy Bill @ 559-298-5700
Drug and Alcohol Free Event
Haslett Basin Campout
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FAMILY NIGHTS
JOIN US THURSDAY, September 19TH, 20195:30pm – 7:30pm
FOR A TOPIC AFFECTING OUR NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITIES
&FOR CULTURAL ARTS and CRAFTS
Dinner will be served Open to TANF Clients and Prevention Clients
Please RSVP with:Leticia: 559-298-5700
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All levels, basic computer skills as well. The Lab will be open weekly and by appointment only. Learn at your own pace, we will also devote blocks to learning about different suites of software such as; Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite and others based on your needs. Learn basic graphic design, video editing and other creative software. Certificates will be given for completion of longer course blocks, a schedule of course blocks will be posted. Adults & youth ages
14 and up, childcare not provided. Dates: June - November 2019, twice a week in 1 hr blocks
Contact: Mike Colvard to set up an appointment, Email: [email protected] or call: 559-298-5700. Computer Lab is located at the Clovis TANF office @
1225 N. Willow, Ste 130, Clovis CA 93619
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Learn Software & Computer Basics
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Pathways to Education:Through Pathways to education North Fork Tribal TANF Family Wellness was able to support our service communities and tribal citizens by giving backpacks that included all the necessary school supplies to help aid children in grades K-12 to proficiently be able to succeed this 2019-2020 school year. The event also consisted of resource booths and representatives from both Fresno State’s Native American Initiative and Fresno City College’s RAIN Program, which provided information to parents about students aspiring to college. Wishing a great school year to all students! Explore your backyard:Explore your backyard has been an exciting way to show NFR families the diversity of our ecosystem right here in the Central Valley, while giving families the opportunity to bond as they experience the great outdoors. The next trip, which will conclude the Explore Your Backyard family formation event, will be a camping trip at the beach. We thank all of the Explore your backyard participants and hope you have enjoyed it as much as we have! Summer Youth Enrichment:North Fork Tribal TANF Family Wellness had the pleasure of being able to host the Summer Youth Enrichment program, which was an approach to prevention through education. Over the duration of the program our youth were able to participate in S.T.E.M based research and educational activities through science learning facilities in the Central Valley. The participants were able to experience hands on learning with the functionality of our natural world and technological sciences. Summer Youth Work Experience 2019Our SYWE Program for 2019 has come to an end, but it has ended with great success. Through our mentoring and guidance, throughout this program, our youth gained soft skills, hard skills and self-efficacy. Our Work Experience Program not only helped improve academics, but also provided meaningful employment experiences that led to career opportunities for 2 (two) of our youth. Congratulations to Mr. Michael M. and Ms. Adina R., your success is our success.
Our youth also took away with them skills in money management, time management, and why clear communication is so important, as well as, understanding the importance of having a CA ID, a checking account, and savings account at an early age. Some practiced self-dependency, public speaking, gained post-secondary education opportunities to further their career paths, and matured personally and professionally.. Being involved, as Staff, in this year’s Youth Work Experience has been very rewarding and we are looking forward to Youth Work Experience 2020.
We would also like to take this opportunity to offer our deepest gratitude to our Employers who volunteered in making this year’s Youth Work Experience such a great success.
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Family Wellness
Pathways to Education
Explore Your Backyard
Summer Youth Enrichment
Summer Youth WorkExperience
Educating Native Youth Tutoring Assistance
Monday, Tuesday, & Friday 3pm-5pm
October 21, 2019 through June 5, 2019
One-on-One & Small Group Tutoring
Parent/Guardian Mandatory Orientation October 14, 2019 @ 530pm
Rules & Expectations Informational and Resource Availability based on School Districts
Open to TANF Clients and Prevention Community
To Sign Up on our Interest List please Contact Leticia DeAnda
North Fork Tribal TANF Clovis Office Phone: (559) 298-5700
Event to comply with North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California Children Protection Statues Adopted on October 11, 2017
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Cultural NightCome and enjoy a night of culture
starts october 30,2019 - Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pmLocation: North Fork Community Center
56901 Kunugib, North Fork, CA 93643
Learn; Beading, Corn Husk Dolls, Face Shields, Medicine Bags, Traditional Songs and more!
For more information Call Mario at (559) 877-7277
Event to comply with North Fork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California Indian Children Protection Statute Adopted on October 11, 2017
Open to all TANF, Prevention Clients and Native Communities within our service areas.
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Monica D. Good luck in your new employment. But don’t stop there, with your resilience, hard work and persistence, you will achieve even more in your new position.
Justina L. Wishing you good luck with your new job. May this new journey bring you much fulfillment and success!
What an amazing month for Irene C. who received two jobs offer this month! One with Chukchansi Casino and one with Picayune Rancheria. Keep reaching for the stars! Congratulations Lurline D. on starting online learning courses, this is the first step towards an amazing future. Crystal R. you continue to encourage and support everyone around you and it doesn’t go unnoticed. Keep up the good work! Rebecca M. congratulations on making your house a “home.” It’s beautiful and cozy, job well done.
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recipes
“These light and tasty wraps are great for lunch, or slice them smaller and they make wonderful party appetizers or great little after-school snacks.”Recipe By:Rochelle Brooks Thompson
Ingredients1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese with chives2 tablespoons Dijon mustard6 (8 inch) whole wheat tortillas1 1/2 cups finely shredded iceberg lettuce12 slices thinly sliced deli turkey3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 large tomato, seeded and diced1 large avocado, sliced6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbledDirectionsMix together the cream cheese and Dijon mustard until smooth. Spread each tortilla with about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture, spreading to within 1/4 inch of the edge of the tortillas.Arrange about 1/4 cup of shredded lettuce on each tortilla, and press the lettuce down into the cream cheese mixture. Place 2 turkey slices per tortilla over the lettuce, and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of shredded Swiss cheese. Top each tortilla evenly with tomato, avocado slices, and crumbled bacon.Roll each tortilla up tightly, and cut in half across the middle with a slightly diagonal cut.
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North Fork Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6 7Offices Closed for
Labor DayPAT Home Visits
8 9 10 11 12 13 14EYB Camping Trip EYB Camping Trip
15 16 17 18 19 20 21EYB Camping Trip PAT Home Visits
22 23 24 25 26 27 28After School
Program. 2:00pm-4:00pm
After School Program.
3:00pm-5:00pm
After School Program.
3:00pm-5:00pm. Indigenous Mother’s
5:30-7:30pm
Offices Closed for California Native American Day
29 30 1 2 3 4 5
After School Program.
2:00pm-4:00pm
After School Program.
3:00pm-5:00pm
After School Program.
3:00pm-5:00pm
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Notes
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6 7Offices Closed for
Labor DayComputer Lab.
10:00am-12:00pm by Appt.
Computer Lab. 10:00am-12:00pm by
Appt.
8 9 10 11 12 13 14Computer Lab.
10:00am-12:00pm by Appt.
15 16 17 18 19 20 21Computer Lab.
10:00am-12:00pm by Appt.
Fatherhood Is Sacred 5:30-7:30 PAT Home Visits
Computer Lab. 10:00am-12:00pm by
Appt. Family Night 5:30-7:30
PAT Home Visits
22 23 24 25 26 27 28Computer Lab.
10:00am-12:00pm by Appt.
Computer Lab. 10:00am-12:00pm by
Appt.
Offices Closed for California Native American Day
29 30 1 2 3 4 5
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Clovis
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