Rocking the Seniors
One Elder, George, had what looked to be an airplane’s fuel tank on his property and he was using it for storage.
One Elder, George, had what looked to be an airplane’s fuel tank on his property and he was using it for storage. This definitely wasn’t something often seen, but resourceful is a word that is frequently used in tribal communities lacking certain amenities.
Another Elder, Helen, had a nice-sized lot nestled into a rural neighborhood, with her Hogan and corral. After being greeted by curious sheep and many dogs, we accepted Helen’s invitation into her tidy Hogan.
After being greeted by curious sheep and many dogs, we accepted Helen’s invitation into her tidy Hogan.
Everything had a place and nothing was out of place. The bed was placed next to the kitchen and the wood stove had the honorary placement in the middle of the room. Family photos and a framed image of “The Last Supper” shared a corner with an iconic poster titled “Boulevard of Broken Dreams,” which exhibited James Dean, Elvis, Marilyn Monroe, and Humphrey Bogart.
After all the deliveries in the Rough Rock community, we looked forward to visiting with a few of these Elders again at a special dinner the Senior Center co-hosted with the Southwest Reservation Aid (SWRA) program.
It was very apparent to any visitor that this center rocked!
Seeing all the seniors who attended the special event, which included a meal, recognitions, songs, and dance, there was no need to ask how Pauline or her staff at the center accomplished receiving the highest number of services in their agency. It was very apparent to any visitor that this center rocked!