Kaw Nation Tribal Social Service programs provide support services to Kaw members in need, defined by the department as those who are economically disadvantaged due to disability, unexpected hardship, or unemployment, elders on a fixed low income, and those without the resources to pay for vision or dental insurance. Applicants demonstrate need by providing a copy of their current household income (check stub, Social Security letter, SSI or food stamp card) with the application; without it the application cannot be processed.