Elderly Services promotes health and well-being for tribal Elders through health and social services. The program assists tribal Elders and family caregivers in accessing community services and resources. Program staff may also provide home visits to ensure an Elder is safe in their home, and make appropriate referrals to help an Elder maintain an independent lifestyle.

Elderly Services provides:

• Reports of harm to Adult Protective Services when there is an incident of Elder abuse, neglect or financial exploitation;
• Advocacy by making referrals to service providers, assisting in the completion of applications and forms for such things as heating assistance, public assistance, Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security; and
• Coordination of health education events, cultural and fun group activities, Elder & Youth engagement, and promotion of activities that address issues and concerns such as Elders’ fall prevention, nutrition, and health related topics and issues.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be tribally enrolled or demonstrate proof of eligibility for tribal enrollment or provide a Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) from the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA).
• Must be age 60 or older.