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Community & Family Services
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn (In A Good Way Place) Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program 24-hour Crisis Line: (707) 487-3175
The Department of Community & Family Services was established in March 2006 by the Tribal Council. The primary purpose and functon of the Department is to ensure the wellness of tribal citzens by providing social services with both Tribal funds and multple grant awards. When providing services, department staf is also contnuously gathering data, evaluatng data and services and making recommendatons regarding needs of tribal citzens to Tribal Council. The Department oversees several programs, and has been awarded numerous grants.
Mission
The mission of Community & Family Services is to encourage a healthy community by providing services that address the unique social, cultural, and economic needs of our Tribal Family with accountability, integrity, and respect.
Vision
Children and youth are healthy, ready for and succeeding in school in preparaton for adulthood; families are safe, stable, economically self-sufcient, and nurturing; and safe communites that provide a high quality of life.
Goal
The Goal of the Community & Family Services is to support our tribal citzens to be healthy individuals that sustain our sovereign future.
Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation
Community & Family Services Department
SHU'-'AA-XUU-DVN (In A Good Way Place)
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/SEXUAL ASSAULT PROGRAM
Program Services Overview
At Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn (In A Good Way Place) Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program we provide domestic violence and sexual assault services to any tribally affiliated person that has experienced domestic violence/sexual assault;
- Man, woman, or child
- A victim with native a child/children
- A victim with a native abuser
Or any combination of the above criteria
We also offer a full range of comprehensive services and work with, and alongside, other tribal departments & programs, other tribes, and non-tribal community partners.
Our services include:
— Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Confidential 24-hour Crisis Line: (707) 487-3175
— DV/SA Emergency Shelter Assistance
— DV/SA Transitional Housing Services
— One to One DV/SA Peer Counseling
— Emergency Supplies
— Assistance Locating Safe Permanent Housing
— Relocation Assistance
— Transportation Assistance
— Victim Assistance Navigating Court Systems (Tribal and State)
— Victim Court Advocacy
— Community Education and Outreach
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn (In A Good Way Place) Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program
110 W. First Street | Smith River, CA 95567 | DV/SA 24-hour Crisis Line: (707) 487-3175
Elder Assistance: **please note that our monthly elder assistant payments are no longer taxable**
· Elders 55-59 are eligible to receive a monthly payment of $350
· Elders 60-64 are eligible to receive a monthly payment of $375
· Elders 65-69 are eligible to receive a monthly payment of $400
· Elders 70 + are eligible to receive a monthly payment of $425
Elder Emergency Assistance:
Available to Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Tribal Citizens who reside in our 5 county service area ONLY (Coos, Curry, Josephine, Del Norte and Humboldt)
· Obtain and complete an application for assistance.
· Completed and submitted applications will be eligible for a maximum allowance of $500 per calendar year, to use towards an emergency situation.
General Assistance is available to Tolowa Dee-ni’ Tribal Citizens who reside in our 5 county service area ONLY (Coos, Curry, Josephine, Del Norte and Humboldt)
- Obtain and complete an application for general assistance. Applicants MUST submit all information required, in order for an application to be complete.
- Applicants with children must apply for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), and submit an approval or denial letter.
- Applicants who are disabled and unable to work must apply for other financial assistance, such as State Disability, SSI/SSP, SSD, Workers compensation, etc.
- Applicants who are able to work, must apply with TDN TERO department and your local workforce center.
- Applicants also must apply for food stamps in your county, and submit approval or denial letter.
- ALL applicants must pass a drug test.
Available to all Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation Tribal Citizens
- You can obtain an application at our office.
- Download Higher Education Application [.pdf]
- Our Higher Education Committee will determine your eligibility.
- Contact our office for more information.
- Nuu - da’ - ye’ xwii - na’lh - ni (Our Families Strong They Are) Workforce Development and Youth Leadership
- Srtaa~ Shvm (hii) Mvlh Ghee - saa - ghi - na’ (Good Food Makes us All Healthy)
- UIHS Health of the Environment - Health of the People
- 9th tribe in the United States and the frst tribe in California to administer direct funded Title IV - E Foster Care.
- Awarded four grants totaling over $2,500,000 to support Shu’ - ‘aa - xuu - dvn (In a Good Way Place) Domestc Violence and Sexual Assault program services.
- Hosted natonally - traveling exhibit, Natve Voices: Natve Peoples’ Concepts of Health and Wellness.
- Child Care Development Fund Plan 2017 – 2019 approved by Administraton for Children and Families.
Office Location
110 First St.
Smith River, Ca. 95567
Phone: 707-487-9255
Fax: 707-487-0137
Would you like to stay up-to-date with CFS events and news?
Sign up for our email newsletter using the link below!
Heather Lopez
CFS Social Worker
Office 707-487-9255 ext. 1137 Cell 707-951-8385 Email heather.lopez@tolowa.com
Carolina Arenas, ASW
CFS Social Worker
Office 707-487-9255 ext. 1127 Cell 707-951-5991 Email carolina.arenas@tolowa.com
Tiffany Shannon
TANF Program Technician
Office 707-487-9255 x 1131 Cell 707-954-0132 Email Tiffany.Shannon@tolowa.com
Erika Partee
Food and Garden Coordinator
Office 707-487-9255 ext. 1132 Cell 707-954-9167 Email erika.partee@tolowa.com
Constance Athayde
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Manager
Office 707-487-9255 x 1134 Cell 707-951-8276 Email constance.athayde@tolowa.com
Samantha Evans
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program Coordinator
Office 707-487-9255 x 1193 24/7 DVSA Crisis Line 707-487-3175 Email samantha.evans@tolowa.com
Lauren Cornelis
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program Specialist
Office 707-487-9255 x 1123 Email lauren.cornelis@tolowa.com
Adrian Lopez
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program Specialist
Office: 707-487-9255 ext 1129 24/7 DVSA Crisis Line 707-487-3175 Email Adrian.lopez@tolowa.com
Julie Doerner
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Program Specialist
Office 707-487-9255 x 1136 24/7 DVSA Crisis Line 707-487-3175 Email julie.doerner@tolowa.com
Jamie Kissinger
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Outreach Specialist
Office 707-487-9255 x 1218 Cell 707-954-6312 24/7 DVSA Crisis Line 707-487-3175 Email Jamie.Kissinger@tolowa.com
Vanessa Ortiz
Preventative Specialist
Office: 707-487-9255 ext 1192 24/7 DVSA Crisis Line 707-487-3175 Email Vanessa.Ortiz@tolowa.com
Connie Wilson
Shu'-'aa-xuu-dvn Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Administrative Assistant
Office 707-487-9255 x 1217 Email connie.wilson@tolowa.com