Osage Nation Counseling Center

02/06/2026

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM).

Dating violence is more common than many people realize, especially among teens and young adults.
• 1 in 3 U.S. teens will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse from a dating partner before adulthood.
• Nearly 43% of U.S. college women report experiencing violent or abusive behaviors in dating relationships.

Each February, communities across the country come together to raise awareness, educate, and advocate for healthy relationships, working to stop dating abuse before it starts.

The 2026 TDVAM theme, “Real Love Respects,” centers on a simple but powerful truth: respect is non-negotiable. In a world full of mixed messages about love and relationships, this message matters more than ever.

Real love is earned.
Real love is honest.
Real love never makes you question your worth.

If it’s real, it’s respectful.

Show your support for healthy relationships and survivors of teen dating violence by wearing orange on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Osage Nation Family Violence Prevention
📍 1201 E. 11th St., Pawhuska, OK 74056
📞 Office: 539-212-2411
☎️ Crisis Line (24/7): 866-897-4747

You’re not alone. Support is here. 💜

01/28/2026

Join this initiative we support: Research Study for Native American Smokers

Get paid to quit smoking while helping researchers better understand chronic pain risk among Native Americans.

What’s involved:
• 2 in-person visits to assess physiology
• An 8-week smartphone-based quit-smoking program
• Compensation provided (up to $520)

You may qualify if you:
• Identify as Native American
• Are a current smoker
• Are 18 years or older
• Do not have chronic pain

📱 Scan the QR code to learn more
📧 tulsa.plan@gmail.com
📞 918-660-3048

IRB approved by the Indian Health Service – Oklahoma City Area Office and the University of Oklahoma Health Campus.

01/27/2026

🚨 WEATHER & SAFETY NOTICE 🚨

Please use extreme caution when visiting Osage Nation Health System Clinic and Title VI locations. Snow and ice removal is still ongoing, and slick areas and spots remain due to recent snowfall and low temperatures.

Your safety is our priority. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

For closures and real-time updates, please follow Osage Nation Health System on Facebook.

📞 Health Center: 918.287.9300
💊 Pharmacy: 918.287.9373

01/26/2026

❄️ Delayed Opening & Service Update ❄️

Due to inclement weather, Osage Nation Health System facilities will open at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, January 27.

This delayed opening includes the Counseling Center, Grant Programs, and Title VI.
Patients with pending appointments will be contacted to reschedule. Please remain weather aware and travel safely.

🍽️ Elder Nutrition Services (Both Sites):

📍 Tuesday
• Shelf-stable meals available for carry-out at the door
• Native American Elders only
• No home-delivered routes will run
• Drivers will contact clients to notify them that services will resume on Wednesday

📍 Wednesday
• Hot meal service available for dine-in and carry-out
• Home-delivered meal routes will resume

📲 Follow Osage Nation Health System on Facebook for the latest updates on closures and service changes.

01/26/2026

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HS Scholarship Program Accepting Applications
The IHS Scholarship Program (https://www.ihs.gov/scholarship/apply/) is currently accepting applications for scholarship support for the 2026–2027 academic year. The IHS strives to develop our next generation of leaders, as well as help make the pursuit of a meaningful career in Indian health attainable for American Indian and Alaska Native students. The list of 2026-2027 Scholarship Program Eligible Degree Programs is available here (https://www.ihs.gov/sites/scholarship/themes/responsive2017/display_objects/documents/2026-2027_IHS_Scholarship_Comparison_Chart.pdf). Eligible students are encouraged to apply by February 28.

IHS Scholarship Program funding plays a vital role in reducing the financial burden of health professions educational costs for tribal members, while increasing the number of American Indian and Alaska Native health care professionals. These scholarships are essential to expanding access to care and addressing clinical shortages within our communities. Learn more about IHS student opportunities here (https://www.ihs.gov/careeropps/studentopportunities/).

01/25/2026

🚨 WEATHER CLOSURE NOTICE ❄️

Due to ongoing impacts of the weather event, Osage Nation Health System facilities will be closed on Monday, January 26.

This closure includes:
• Counseling Center
• Grant Programs
• Title VI Services

Patients with scheduled appointments will be contacted to reschedule. Your safety is our priority, please remain weather aware and take precautions when traveling.

📲 Follow Osage Nation Health System on Facebook for the latest updates and closure information.

☎️ Wahzhazhe Health Center: 918.287.9300
💊 Pharmacy: 918.287.9373

Stay safe and warm. ❄️💙

01/25/2026

❄️ Winter Weather Preparedness Tips ❄️
Severe winter weather can happen quickly. Taking steps now can help keep you, your loved ones, and your animals safe. 🏠🐾

✅ Make a household plan
👵🏽🧓🏽Check on elders and those living independently
🥫 Stock up on essentials
🐶 Prepare your animals
💊 Request medications in advance
🚗 Prepare your vehicle

A little preparation goes a long way in protecting what matters most. Stay warm, stay safe, and look out for one another this winter. 🤍❄️

01/23/2026

CLOSURE NOTICE – INCLEMENT WEATHER

Due to impending inclement weather, Osage Nation Health System facilities will be closed on:

Friday, January 23

This closure includes:

Counseling Center

Grant Programs

Title VI Services

Patients with scheduled appointments will be contacted to reschedule. Please plan ahead, stay safe, and remain weather-aware. We encourage patients to request pharmacy refills in advance.

For the latest updates on closures and service availability, follow Osage Nation Health System on Facebook.

📍 Wahzhazhe Health Center
📞 Main: 918.287.9300
📞 Pharmacy: 918.287.9373

01/01/2026