Tribal General Assistance

Services & Programs

The NTC Tribal Services Department provides social services to tribal members and Native individuals living in the Ninilchik tribal boundaries. Staff members provide a safe and confidential environment for those experiencing domestic crises or in need of social outreach. Tribal Services offers two assistance programs for transitional periods of life as well as resources or home child care and parenting. Department representatives also advocate for and intervene in cases where the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) laws apply to the Ninilchik Tribe.

Use the tabs below to navigate between the programs and services our Social Services department provides.

General Assistance

Indian & Child Welfare Act Services

Burial Assistance

Child Care Assistance

It Takes A Village

General Assistance

General Assistance provides temporary funding to those who have unmet essential cost of living needs due to situations such as unemployment or dislocation. Applicants must demonstrate a need for living essentials as defined by Bureau of Indian Affairs standards, and they must also demonstrate they do not have another source of income. Funding amounts are calculated by demonstrated needs and standards.

Eligibility

  • Native residents within Ninilchik tribal boundaries

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