Social Services Department - Nooksack Indian Tribe

The Social Services Department consists of various programs that create stronger well being for all of our Tribal members. Below you will find more information about the programs within the Social Services Department.

Department Director

Vacant

Director of Social Services

Phone: (360) 592-0135 x3242

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

TANF will make available the tools necessary to promote the empowering of Indian families to become self-sufficient so they can support and nurture themselves, their children, and community. TANF is a Federal and State funded program that provides cash assistance and supportive services to Native American families who are in need.

You can receive:

Cash Assistance/Supportive Services
Education Development
Career Development
Child Care Assistance
Transportation Assistance
K-12 Clothing Allowance

In order to be eligible for the Tribal TANF Program, you must meet the following criteria:

One member of the household must be able to provide proof of membership with Federally recognized tribe through enrollment.
Be the guardian/caretaker or a needy Native American minor, or be in your third trimester of pregnancy.
Reside within the designated service area in Whatcom/Skagit County.
Must meet income guidelines of equal to or less than 150 percent

Required Documents

Valid Washington State Identification
Birth Certificates for all children
Social Security Cards
Proof of Tribal Enrollment
Proof of Income
Social Security Income Statements
Veterans Benefit Income Statements
Per Capita Payments
Wages/Salary Check Stubs
Current Child Immunization Records
K-12 Enrollment and Attendance Verification for all school age children
Current Bank Statements
Residency Verification

Social Services Staff

Vanessa Jimmy

Demming/Skagit TANF Receptionist

Phone: (360) 592-0135 x3441
Russell Cline

Social Services Driver

Phone: (360) 592-0135 x3304

TANF Staff, Deming site:

Phone: (360) 592-0135

Sherie Johnny

Assistant Director of Social Services

Phone: (360) 592-0135 x3422
Sarah Nelson

Program Assistant/Receptionist

Phone: (360) 592-0135 x3428
Rosalena Joseph

TANF Caseworker/General Assistance Coordinator

Phone: (360) 592-0135 x3427

TANF Staff, Skagit site:

Phone: (360) 848-1758 Fax: (360) 848-1768

Sativa Robertson

Lead Case Manager

Phone: (360) 592-0135 x3429
Jennifer Boome

Elders Nutrition and Program Coordinator

Phone: (360) 592-0100