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Jun
13
2022

Update: 06/13/2022:

The General Assistance is reopened as of today, Monday, June 13, 2022.

Original story posted 05/20/2022:

The Quechan Social Service Direct Assistance Program and Financial Assistance is closed as of Monday, May 16, 2022 until further notice.

If you have any questions please contact the office at (760) 572-0201 ext. 202.

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Jun
13
2022

COVID19 community levels have increased to high in Navajo and Apache counties and to moderate in Maricopa, Pima, Coconino, Cochise, Gila, and Mohave counties.

Please use caution when traveling to these areas. Get vaccinated, boosted, wear masks when in public, and use good hygiene habits. We have the tools to protect ourselves and it’s our responsibility to protect our community! 

Stay informed and find out how you can help reduce the spread: https://1.azdhs.gov/3MEYIGa

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Jun
9
2022

Good afternoon, Excessive Heat will affect the entire forecast area (except highest terrain) through this weekend before a downtrend occurs early next workweek. There is also a low potential for dry lightning over the higher terrain of south-central AZ today and Friday.

 

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Jun
7
2022

Although the sudden emergence of monkeypox can be alarming after two years of living through the COVID-19 pandemic, monkeypox is not a new virus and does not spread in the same way as COVID-19. The current risk of getting monkeypox is low.

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Jun
7
2022

The 2022 Arizona Monsoon outlook is here! Please prepare your home for monsoon season, stay up to date with daily weather forecasts, and know what to do if caught in a storm. Monsoon Awareness Week begins June 12, visit the website for more updates. 

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Jun
7
2022

Ease into Work. Nearly 3 out of 4 fatalities from heat illness happen during the first week of work.

New and returning workers need to build tolerance to heat (acclimatize) and take frequent breaks.

Follow the 20% Rule. On the first day, work no more than 20% of the shift’s duration at full intensity in the heat. Increase the duration of time at full intensity by no more than 20% a day until workers are used to working in the heat.

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Jun
7
2022

An Excessive Heat Watch was issued on Monday, June 6th, 2022 for Thursday, June 9th from 10AM until 8PM Sunday evening by the National Weather Service (Phoenix, AZ Forecast Office)

*WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions possible. Afternoon temperatures 107 to 116.

*WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Arizona and southeast and southern California.

*WHEN…From Thursday morning through Sunday evening. The hottest days are expected to be Saturday and Sunday.

*IMPACTS...High Heat Risk. Overexposure can cause heat cramps and heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, can lead to heat stroke.

 

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Jun
7
2022

Get vaccinated to lower your risk of long-term symptoms after COVID19 disease. Even if you are only mildly sick, post-COVID conditions could leave lasting impacts on your body.

Protect yourself and our communities by joining the VACCINation and getting your vaccine today.

#NativesStoptheSpread

#NativesVaxUp

#SkoVaxDen

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Jun
6
2022

The latest update on the anticipated heat wave later this coming week. Please try to limit outdoor activities, hydrate frequently, apply sunscreen, wear weather appropriate clothing, and check in with family and friends.  

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Jun
6
2022

Many people who could benefit the most from boosters still haven’t even gotten their third or fourth doses of COVID-19 vaccines, which are critical for preventing severe disease. As a young person, asking your loved ones to do ANYTHING can be a huge challenge, but here are a few ways you can respond to even the most stubborn family member.

More details ?? publichealth.jhu.edu/2022/the-power-of-boosters

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Jun
2
2022

Amid this trying time for many parents and caregivers needing formula for infants, ADHS is offering resources at azhealth.gov/FormulaShortage to help connect with critical information, including a graphic showing potential alternatives for infants using various types of formula.

 

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Jun
2
2022

Please use the 2022 BRACE Map, which includes the location and hours of the water and cooling sites throughout Yuma County. We encourage community members to share and utilize if they have need.

The water and cooling sites provide essential heat-relief services to our community.

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Jun
1
2022

Bureau of Trust Funds Administration (BTFA) Colorado River Field Operations.

In light of the evolving situation concerning the Coronavirus (COVID-19) we are working to maximize safe environments for the public and our staff by implementing substantial mitigation strategies at our office. Per the CDC, social distancing is paramount in reducing the spread of the virus. To limit direct contact between individuals, public access to the office will be limited and all visitors must contact staff at the below contact number to schedule an appointment to meet in person or if you need assistance.

OFFICE HOURS:

  • Monday - By Appointment Only
  • Tuesday thru Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Please contact:

  • Susan Eddy, (928) 575-3590
  • Renelda Paya, (928) 575-3602
  • Katrina Brown, (928) 575-3581
  • Sylvia Loya, Fiduciary Trust Officer (505) 362-2586

OR send email to:
BTFA A Colorado River@btfa.doi.gov.
You may also contact the Trust Beneficiary Call Center at (888) 678-6836 for assistance.

EW Mailing address:
Bureau of Trust Funds Administration
Attention: Colorado River
P.O. Box 26928
Albuquerque, NM 87125

For leasing, lease income, probate and social services related issues, please contact the Bureau of Indian Affairs Colorado River at (928) 669-7111 or Fort Yuma Agency at (928) 782-1202.

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May
26
2022

Due to ongoing hot and dry weather conditions and increased risk for wildfire activity, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is implementing Stage 2 fire restrictions in three of its four Arizona districts ahead of the Memorial Day weekend. BLM-managed public lands in the Phoenix District, Colorado River District and Gila District are affected. 

https://www.blm.gov/press-release/dry-hot-conditions-lead-additional-fire-restrictions-most-blm-lands-arizona

BLM Arizona Fire Restrictions: https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire/regional-info/arizona/fire-restrictions

Arizona Interagency Fire Restrictions Map: https://wildlandfire.az.gov/fire-restrictions 

 

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May
26
2022

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S. Too much sun can cause skin cancer. Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active, reduce stress, and get vitamin D. You can work and play outside without raising your skin cancer risk by protecting your skin from the sun. Most skin cancers are caused by too much exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. UV rays are an invisible kind of radiation that comes from the sun, tanning beds, and sunlamps. UV rays can damage skin cells. Protection from UV rays is important all year, not just during the summer. UV rays can reach you on cloudy and cool days, and they reflect off of surfaces like water, cement, sand, and snow. In the continental United States, UV rays tend to be strongest from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daylight saving time (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. standard time). The UV Index forecasts the strength of UV rays each day. If the UV index is 3 or higher in your area, protect your skin from too much exposure to the sun.

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May
25
2022

New CDC study finds one in five adults ages 18–64 years and one in four ages 65 years and older who survived COVID-19 had a new condition at least 4 weeks after their COVID-19 illness that may be associated with the past illness. Regardless of age, adult COVID-19 survivors had twice the risk of developing a blood clot in the lung or a new respiratory condition. 

Talk to your health care provider if you still have symptoms or develop new symptoms after a previous infection. Learn more: https://bit.ly/MMWR7121.

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May
24
2022

Heat illness is a preventable condition, but has been the number one weather-related cause of death in the United States. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), heat illness causes more deaths than hurricanes, lightning, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes combined. From 2009 to 2019, over 2,000 deaths were caused from exposure to excessive natural heat. Of deaths among Arizona residents, 34 percent occurred in older adults over the age of 65. The Heat and Older Adults Safety Toolkit (HOAST) was created to provide older adults and caregivers information to stay safe in the heat.

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May
24
2022

The CalHOPE Together for Wellness website has easy­-to-navigate wellness tools, including ones that educate and provide stress­-management and coping skills.

The University of California, Los Angeles partnered with CalMHSA to create these online resources to support Californians negatively impacted by the stressors brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Please visit https://calhope.semel.ucla.edu/ for more information.

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May
23
2022

Your body keeps itself cool by letting heat escape through the skin, and by evaporating sweat (perspiration). If your body does not cool properly or does not cool enough, you might suffer from a heat-related illness.

Anyone can be susceptible to heat-related illness. Those at greatest risk are infants and young children, adults over 65, people who are homeless, people who are overweight, people who overexert during work or exercise, and people who are physically ill or on certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation. Heat-related illness may be serious or even deadly if unattended.

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May
20
2022

A Tribal Distribution of 5.25 Million for all adult enrolled members has been approved. All checks will be mailed out to the current mailing address on file with the Revenue Distribution Department by May 20, 2022 in the amount is $1,782.08.

Tribal Members 18-20 Years of Age:  You must be 18 years of age before or by May 20, 2022 to receive this payment during this distribution. If you turn 18 after the mail out date, you will receive your payment at that time. Please contact the Tribal office to ensure that your address is correct. If you are already the age of 18 and over, you must call for yourself. Your parents can no longer request information or change your address unless there is a Power of Attorney on file.

Power of Attorney:  A current copy of a Power of Attorney, Guardianship/Conservator must be on file with the Revenue Distribution Department. Checks will be mailed to the assigned Agent. If the POA has not been updated from last year(s) please contact Revenue Distribution.

Mail:  Please allow (7) seven business days after May 20, 2022 to receive your check. If you do not receive your check by May 31, 2022 please contact the Revenue Distribution Department. If a stop payment is necessary, it will take forty-eight hours before a replacement can be re-issued. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS.

Note: If you need to update your mailing address, please do so by calling 760-919-3600 ext. 215. You can also email or fax to the numbers below. Please make all necessary changes as soon as possible. A 1099 will be issued for the 2022 Tribal Distribution in January 2023.

Please submit your address change to Finance/Revenue Distribution no later than May 13, 2022 at 5:00 p.m.

Any questions may be submitted to:

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