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J.A.M.M. Transit and Chickasaw Nation paired up to co-host the 2015 Conference on Oklahoma Transit on June 24th thru the 26th at the beautiful Artesian Hotel in Sulphur Oklahoma. The 3

day event featured training and a unique opportunity to show

off southern Oklahoma. The first day began with a visit to Delta Public Transit in Pauls Valley and a highlight of their public transportation service. Later that evening a visit to the Sulphur Veterans Center was enjoyed by all. On the second day a road trip from Sulphur to Tisho-mingo took place. The road trip offered a wonderful opportunity for the group to experience the latest buses on the market first hand provided by the ven-dors. J.A.M.M. Transit hosted the training and video-conference from Mary A. Leary, Chief of the Rural and Targeted Programs Division of Transportation, Federal

Transit Administration who presented the latest devel-opments on the federal level. A great barbecue lunch-eon was served at the Tishomingo Training Center and then the participants got an opportunity to visit the downtown area, including The Pink Pistol which many were excited to experience. A highlight of the road trip was a tour through Chickasaw Nation’s original Capitol. The road trip concluded back in Sulphur at the Artesian with a great round table session, followed by a wonderful dinner, tour through the Chickasaw Cultural Center, and entertainment at the amphitheatre by the Chickasaw Nation Dance Troupe as the finishing touch. The final day was packed with outstanding speakers including the keynote speaker Judith Burrell, the Director of Getting America to Work from Wash-ington D.C. INCA really enjoyed co-hosting this event and having transit systems from all across the state visit southern Oklahoma and experience the history and beauty of our community.

Left Picture: Ms. Politano with Susan

Coldwater, CART of OU & Norman, a past

OTA president.

Right Picture: Tour of Chickasaw Nation Capital in

Tishomingo.

Left Picture: Sulphur Veterans Center, Pam Arms SVC Assistant

administrator.

Right Picture: Opening ceremonies, Chickasaw Nation

Honor Guard.

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J.A.M.M. Transit participated in the Johnston County 4th of July Parade in downtown Tisho-

mingo with a decorated van.

Many Murray County residents are finding it harder and harder to stay cool this summer. With this in mind, INCA is hosting a fan drive by asking the community for dona-tions. The Murray County office has received many re-quests for fans. Many of the requests are from the eld-erly and disabled who can’t afford to run air condition-

ing all day.

We are asking the community to donate fans to help

area residents to keep cool this summer. Fans can be

dropped off at the INCA Com-

munity Services 1216 West

9th in Sulphur Oklahoma

between 8 a.m. and 5

p.m. Monday- Friday.

INCA will deliver

fans to those in need

while supplies last.

For more information

about services please

call 580-622-5700 or

visit our website at

Incacaa.org.

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Watermelon is Nutritious and Healthy

Watermelons can help to combat the heat and bring sweet fun to a hot summer day. Watermelons offer nutritious benefits and can be a low maintenance dessert for kids and adults of all ages. According to the National Watermelon Promotion Board, watermelon contains more lycopene than any other fruit or vegetable. Watermelon is made up of 92% water and also contains thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B-6, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, choline, lycopene and be-taine.

Asthma prevention: asthma problems are lower in people who consume a high amount vitamin C, found in many fruits and vegetables including watermelon.

Blood pressure: watermelon extract supplementation re-duced ankle blood pressure, brachial blood pressure and stage 1 hypertension

Diets rich in lycopene may help protect against heart dis-ease.

Cancer: As an excellent source of the strong antioxidant vitamin C as well as other antioxidants, watermelon can help combat the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer. Lycopene intake has been linked with a decreased risk of prostate cancer prevention in several studies.

Digestion and regularity: Watermelon helps to prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract.

Hydration: Watermelon is full of important electrolytes; it is a great snack to have on hand during the hot summer months to prevent dehydration.

Inflammation: Choline is a very important and versatile nutrient in watermelon that aids our bodies in sleep, muscle movement, learning and memory.

Muscle soreness: Watermelon has been shown to reduce muscle soreness and improve recovery time following exer-cise in athletes. Researchers believe this is likely do to the amino acid L-citrulline

Skin: Watermelon is also great for your skin because it con-tains vitamin A, a nutrient required for sebum production that keeps hair moisturized. Vitamin A is also necessary for the growth of all bodily tissues, including skin and hair.

One cup of watermelon provides 21% of our daily needs and aids the building and maintenance of collagen, which provides structure to skin and hair. Watermelon also contributes to overall hydration, which is vital for having healthy looking skin and hair.

Many Consumers Took Advantage of the Availability of 2015 Plans with Premiums of $100 or Less Through the

Marketplaces in the HealthCare.gov States • Overall, more than half (55 percent) of the 8.8 mil-lion total individuals with 2015 plan selections through the Marketplaces in the HealthCare.gov states have a monthly premium of $100 or less after applying the advance premium tax credit. About 8 in 10 of these

individuals had the option of selecting such a plan.

• Meanwhile, more than 3 in 10 of the 8.8 million total individuals with 2015 plan selections through the Mar-ketplaces in the HealthCare.gov states have a monthly premium of $50 or less after applying any applicable advance premium tax credit. About 7 in 10 of eligible individuals had the option of selecting such a plan Other Data on Marketplace Enrollment-Related Activity in the HealthCare.gov States

Interest in the Marketplaces in HealthCare.gov states

has been high during the 2015 Open Enrollment pe-

riod, with more than 35 million visitors to the Market-

place websites, 15 million calls to the Marketplace call

center, and 9 million completed applications in the

HealthCare.gov states as of 2-15-15 (including SEP

activity through 2-22-15)

July 19th through 25th marked the celebration of the second National my Social Security Week. Benefits of having an account, are great financial planning and a benefit management tool! Please take this op-portunity to learn more about the benefits of signing up for a my Social Security account at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. With an ac-count, you can verify earnings and get estimates of future benefits to help you make important financial decisions. If you are already receiving benefits, you can get a benefit verification letter, check benefit and payment information, change your address or direct deposit information, and get a replacement Medicare card or SSA-1099 for tax season.

A my Social Security account is convenient, secure, and FREE!

It’s never too early or too late to plan for retirement.

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RSVP Staff would like to extend a big thank you to United Way of

South Central Oklahoma for their continued support of their program. They look forward to the campaign kick-ff and special events and fund-

raisers planned for the upcoming

campaign.

Flex Drivers (All Areas) Operates a transit vehicle, as assigned, for the transporting of par-

ticipants in the transit programs, following established policies, practices and procedures. The driver shall, at all times, utilize professional and safe practices in operating transit vehicles. This is a safety sensitive position in which all precautions should be taken to insure the safety of the par-

ticipants and public.

4 year old Teacher (Oakland) The teacher is responsible for total program activities of the

classroom. Plan activities and assure that all staff are involved and in compliance with requirements. To provide pre-school children with age appropriate learning experiences according to their indi-vidual abilities. Encourages and assists parents in becoming involved in their children’s education. Knowledge of normal early childhood development and capable of adjusting to meet the needs of individual children. Skillful in maintaining effective working relationships within assigned area as well as cooperating with all other Agency staff responsible for assuring program compliance. Handles confidential work with tact and discretion. Keeps direct supervisor informed. Capable of following both oral and written instructions. Bachelors Degree with Endorsement in Early Childhood Education; A baccalaureate or advance degree in any field and course work equivalent to a major relating to early childhood education, with experience teaching preschool-age children.

4 year old Assistant Teacher (Davis) Assist the teacher in providing a stimulating and com-

plete learning environment for pre-school children. Assist with all aspects of provision of comprehen-sive services to the Head Start children and their families. Be able to perform the duties of the teacher in her/his absence. GED or High School Diploma required. Preferred candidates would have A.A. Degree in Early Childhood or related field. Other Candidates considered will have one of the following: 1. an official college transcript with 48 college credits; 2. Paraprofessional certifica-tion from the Oklahoma Department of Education; 3. other A.A. or B.A. Degree; 4. verification of passing score on the Oklahoma General Education Test (OGET); These candidates must obtain their CDA (Childhood Development Associates) within first year of hire. During first 90 days of employ-ment complete ELCCT (entry level child care training) (licensing h:2) and complete 12 hours of docu-mented training per employment year of Tier 1 training, in accordance with Appendix L-1 as re-quired by state licensing(4B).

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3 year old Teacher (Sulphur) The teacher is responsible for the total classroom operation. Re-

sponsible for planning all activities and overseeing other classroom staff and volunteers. Responsible for providing pre-school children with age appropriate learning experiences according to their indi-vidual abilities. Encourage and assist parents in becoming involved with their children’s education Bachelor or Associates Degree in Early Childhood preferred. Or other candidates with a minimum of high school diploma with a CDA (Child Development Associates). Bachelor Degree in Early Childhood required.

3 year old Assistant Teacher (Sulphur & Oakland) Assist the teacher in providing a stimu-

lating and complete learning environment for pre-school children. Assist with all aspects of provision of comprehensive services to the Head Start children and their families. Be able to perform the du-ties of the teacher in her/his absence. GED or High School Diploma required. Preferred candidates would have A.A. Degree in Early Childhood or related field. Other Candidates considered will have one of the following: 1. Have a CDA; 2. Be enrolled in a CDA program that will be completed in nine months; 3. AA or BA (any area).

Food Technician (Madill) Responsible for planning, preparing and serving meals that meet the

requirements of USDA and Head Start Performance Standards. Assure that reports are turned in accurately and in a timely manner to prevent non-reimbursement of funds or late fees. Ability to read and follow written recipes and plan menus for large groups. Cooking experience for groups of 20 or 30 preferred. Current First Aid Card, Physical examination with documentation. Adequate means of transportation, Commerical Driver’s License. Criminal background clearance required. Show proof of or obtain Hep A (2), Hep B (3) and any booster immunizations.

HTS-Habilitation Training Specialist I & III Help train individuals on certain tasks to help

them become more independent for themselves. These can be daily living skills such as cleaning tasks, personal hygiene, etc. This depends on the actual person what you would be training on. HTS jobs right now would be fill-in positions as needed and are available in all counties.

DLS-Daily Living Support Staff II Assists individual(s) with developmental disabilities in ac-

quiring and maintaining individually prescribed self-help, socialization and adaptive skills necessary to reside in a home or community-based setting. Daily living support services are provided to the individual for supervision issues who needs 24/7 care with goals to be worked on daily so the indi-vidual can reside successfully and accomplish tasks they would normally do for themselves if they

did not have a disability in the home they lease or own by providing supervision and oversight.

Please call the Program Director, Kristy Mobbs, at 580-889-7393 for more information.

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You may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period Thinking about moving, getting married, having a baby, or changing jobs? When you make big decisions in life, you may be eligible to buy or change Health Insurance Marketplace coverage outside the yearly Open Enrollment Pe-riod. If you’ve had a qualifying major life event, you have 60 days from the life event to enroll in coverage. You can apply or change plans online or by phone.